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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key Car key replacement can seem like a daunting task, especially in the event that you've lost your key. You'll have to contact an authorized locksmith in your area or a dealership to purchase a replacement. However, it can cost a fair amount of money. You can avoid this problem by using a company like SR Key Solutions. Key Cutting Your keys are essential to your daily life If they're lost, it could cause major disruption. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services that can assist you in getting back on track. citroen key fob provide regular and high-security key duplicate. For normal keys, we use an instrument for cutting keys that can duplicate mortise keys or cylinder keys. The key is clamped in a vise, and then cut using a blade. The new key is then deburred – using a wirebrush built into the machine, or manually using a bench grinder – to remove burrs that could be sharp and cause damage to the lock. It is necessary to have a machine designed to cut high-security keys. This type of machine is more expensive than other key duplicating machines, but it's also very accurate. It's a good idea to bring the original key when getting these keys cut since differences in the shape of the key could render it useless. We make use of Framon two manual machines, which are regarded as the most reliable and stable in the industry, some clients have even told tales of them falling off their workstations to the floor and still being perfectly fine. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift. Transponder Programming If your Citroen is fitted with a transponder system it will require the use of a key that has been programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car, and should a different key be used the on-board computer will not recognise the serial number and will not allow the engine to start. Typically, when a loss of a car key is lost the owner must visit their local dealer to obtain an alternate key and get it programmed into the vehicle. This can take between two and five days, and they will need to have the original key with them. You can save money by purchasing a key from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key, allowing you to start your car with a fresh key. This will save you time and money as you won't have to stand for the car dealer to make a replacement. Making a spare key is relatively easy and can be done on-site in a matter of minutes for Citroen models that were manufactured prior to 2000. In recent times, the manufacturer has added a PIN code on a'security card' made of plastic that is the size of a credit card in the owner's wallet. It must be removed from the vehicle before we can program the new key. This is something we can accomplish for you and you'll save a trip to the dealer. Door Lock Repair If the lock or key get damaged, it could cause problems locking, unlocking and starting your vehicle. We can come to your location and fix the barrel of your lock or ignition at only a fraction of the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also provide replacement keys if you've lost or stolen your keys. Since all Citroens were not equipped with transponder chips prior to 1998, making a key is a simple procedure that can be completed on-site in only a few minutes. Since 1998, all models require the use of a code that is stored on a security card' the size of an credit card inside the owners wallet. We can quickly obtain the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you. The key fob might be out-of-synchronisation with the car. We have the tools in our vans to re-synchronize your keys and get you back on the road in no time which can save you as much as 50% when compared with Citroen dealership costs. Ignition Barrel Repair Modern cars come with keys that go through a series of motions in order to start. If the key is jammed or damaged your car won't begin. It is difficult to remove a broken or stuck key from the ignition. This task should only be handled by an experienced professional. Using tools and lubrication, our technicians can safely remove your keys from the ignition barrel without causing any damage to your car. Over time, the key and tumblers within the ignition cylinder wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn your car key. The issue could be made more difficult by the weight of your keychain attached to your keys that places extra stress on the tumblers. This is why we suggest to have your Citroen keys and cylinders inspected by our experts before they become unusable. It can be time-consuming and expensive to replace your Citroen key at an outlet. The dealership will send you an alternative key, which can take up to 5 days to arrive. When it arrives you will need to go back in with your V5 and ID documents in order to have the key programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by coming to your workplace or home to perform the Citroen replacement key service for a much lower price than what the dealer charges.