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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key It's a challenging task to replace the car key in particular if it's lost. You'll need to contact the local locksmith or a dealership for a new key. This could cost you a significant amount of money. It is possible to avoid this issue by working with a company like SR Key Solutions. Key Cutting Your keys are vital to your daily routine If they're lost, it could create a significant inconvenience. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that will help you get your life back on the right track. We offer regular and high-security key duplicate. For regular keys, we use a key cutting machine that can duplicate mortise or cylinder keys. The key is clamped into an vise, and is then cut using a blade. The new key is then deburred and by rubbing it down with a wirebrush integrated into the machine, or manually on a bench grinder – to remove any burrs that could be sharp and cause damage to the lock. When it comes to keys with high security you require a specific machine that can cut these keys. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicating machines, however it is also very precise. It is a good idea to bring the original key with you when cutting these keys due to the fact that differences in the form of the key could make it unusable. We utilize Framon two manual machines that are known to be the most reliable and stable in the industry, some people have even told stories of them falling off their work benches to the floor and being perfectly fine. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators. Transponder Programming If your Citroen is equipped with transponder technology, it will require keys that have been programmed to it. The transponder chip that is in every car is unique. If you used a different key, the on-board computer would not recognise the serial numbers and the engine wouldn't start. Normally the moment a car's key is lost the owner will go to their local car dealer to obtain a replacement and then have it programmed to the vehicle. It could take between two and five days and they'll require the original key on hand. You can save money by purchasing a key at an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key that allows you to start your vehicle with a brand new key. This will save your time and money as you won't have to wait around for the car dealer to create a replacement. Citroen models from before 2000 can be made into spare keys in two minutes. More recently, the manufacturer has added a PIN code on a card called a security which is about the size of an ordinary credit card in the owners wallet. It is required to remove it from the vehicle to program the new key. We can do this for you and you'll be able to avoid the trip to the dealer. Door Lock Repair If the lock or key are damaged, it can cause problems locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We can come to your address and repair the ignition barrel or lock at less than the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also make spare keys in the event that yours has been stolen or lost. Since citroen c1 replacement key The Key Lab weren't equipped with transponder chips prior to 1998, creating keys is a straightforward procedure that can be accomplished 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 wallet of the owner. We can quickly obtain the code and then program an alternative Citroen key to your van for you. A common problem with newer keys is that the key fob is out of sync' with your car. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronise the key and get you on the road quickly. You can save up to 50% off the cost of Citroen dealer services. Ignition Barrel Repair Modern cars are built to work with a specific key which goes through various motions to begin. If this is interrupted by the key being jammed or damaged to the ignition barrel then the car will not start. Removal of a damaged or stuck key from the ignition can be difficult and should only be done by an expert. With the help of tools and lubrication our technicians can safely remove your keys from the ignition barrel without causing any damage to your vehicle. Over time, the key and tumblers in the ignition cylinder can wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn your car key. The issue can be made worse by the weight of your keychain attached to your keys that places extra stress on the tumblers. This is the reason we suggest getting your Citroen keys and cylinders checked by our experts before they go out of service. The process of getting your Citroen keys changed at a dealership could be expensive and time-consuming process. They will send a replacement key for you which could take up to five days to arrive. When it arrives you will be required to come back with your V5 and ID documents in order to have the key programmed into your vehicle. Northside Car Keys can help you save money by having us come to your office or home to carry out a Citroen key replacement service for a lower cost than what the dealer would charge.