How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It can be a difficult task to replace your car key particularly if it's lost. You'll need to call the local locksmith or a dealership to purchase a replacement.

However, it can cost you a significant amount of money. You can avoid this issue by using a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

If you lose your keys, it could be a huge hassle. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that can help you get your life back on course.

We provide regular and high-security key duplication. We use a key cutting machine to duplicate standard keys. The machine can duplicate mortise keys or cylinder keys. The key is placed in a vise, and then cut by a knife, then the new key is deburred, scrubbed with a wire-brush built in the machine or manually using a bench grinder to remove any burrs that may be sharp and damage the lock.

When it comes to keys with high security it is necessary to use a machine that is specifically designed to cut these types of keys. The machine is more expensive, but also very accurate. It's a good idea to bring the original key with you when getting these keys cut because differences in the form of the key could make it unusable.

We make use of Framon two manual origin machines, which are known to be the most stable and accurate in the industry, some clients have even told tales of them falling off their work bench to the floor and performing perfectly. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your citroen c3 key has transponders, you will need a key programmed to the system. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car and in the event that a different key is used, the computer onboard will not recognise the serial number and cannot allow the engine to begin.

Normally, when a lost car key occurs the owner will go to their local dealer in order to obtain an alternate key and have it programmed into the vehicle. It can take between two and five working days, and the original key will be required.

However you can reduce the expense by acquiring the key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, which will allow you to start your car with the same key. This will save you time and money since you won't have to wait for the dealer to make a replacement.

Making a spare key is easy and can be done on the spot in just a few minutes for Citroen models that were manufactured prior to 2000. More recently, the company has incorporated a PIN on a plastic 'security card similar to an ordinary credit card in the owners wallet. It is required to remove it from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can help you with this and you'll avoid an excursion to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

When the key or lock are damaged, it can result in problems locking, unlocking and starting your vehicle. We can fix the ignition barrel or lock at your home at a fraction of the cost Citroen dealers charge. We can also provide replacement keys if you have lost or stolen your keys.

Since all Citroens weren't equipped with transponder chips prior 1998, making a key is a simple procedure that can be accomplished on-site in just a few minutes. From 1998 all models require the use of a code that is stored on a plastic 'security card' the size of a credit card in the wallet of the owner. We can quickly obtain the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you.

The key fob can be out of sync with the car. We have the tools in our vans to restore synchronisation of your keys and get you back on the road in no time at all - again saving you up to 50% in comparison with Citroen dealership fees.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars come with a key that goes through a series of motions in order to start. If the key is damaged or jammed, your car won't start. Removing a damaged or stuck key from the ignition could be difficult and should be done by a professional. With the help of tools and lubrication our experts will carefully remove your keys from the ignition barrel without causing further damage to your vehicle.

Over time, the key and tumblers in the cylinder for ignition could wear out and make it difficult or even impossible to turn the car key. The problem can be exacerbated due to the weight of the keychains on your keys, which puts extra stress on the tumblers. This is why we recommend that you have your Citroen keys and cylinders examined by our experts before they become unusable.

Finding your Citroen keys replaced at a dealership can be costly and time-consuming process. The dealership will send you an alternative key, which could take up to 5 days to arrive. You'll have to return your V5 along with your ID documents to have it programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can save you money by coming to your home or workplace to complete an Citroen replacement key service for less than what a dealer would charge.