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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key It's a challenging task to replace the car key particularly if it's lost. It is necessary to contact a local locksmith or dealership for a new key. However, this could cost a considerable amount of money. You can prevent this from happening by working with a company like SR Key Solutions. Key Cutting Your keys are vital to your daily life, and when they're lost, it could cause major disruption. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that can help you get your life back on track. We provide regular and high-security keys for duplication. For standard keys we employ a key cutting machine that can duplicate mortise or keys made of cylinders. The key is placed in a vise and cut by a blade, then the new key is deburred—scrubbed with a wire-brush built inside the machine or using a bench-grinder to remove burrs that could be sharp and harm the lock. You need a machine designed to cut high-security keys. The machine is more expensive however, it's also very precise. It's a good idea to bring the original key when getting these keys cut since variations in the shape of the key could make it unusable. We utilize Framon 2 manual originating machines, which are known to be the most stable and accurate in the industry, some people have even told stories of them falling off their work benches to the floor and still remaining perfectly safe. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators. Transponder Programming If your Citroen is fitted with transponder systems, it will require keys that have been programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car and should a different key be used, the computer onboard will not recognize the serial number, and will not permit the engine to start. Normally when a car key is lost the owner should go to the local dealer to get a new one and have it programmed to the vehicle. This could take anywhere from two to five working days and the original key will be required. You can save money by buying a key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, enabling you to start your car with another key. You'll save time as well as money by not having to wait for the dealer to arrive. Citroen pre-2000 models can be made into spare keys in a few minutes. The manufacturer recently added a pin to the form of a plastic “security card” that is the size of an ordinary credit card that is kept in the owner's wallet. This must be removed from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can do this for you and you'll be able to avoid going to the dealer. Door Lock Repair If the lock or key get damaged, it could cause issues locking, unlocking and starting your vehicle. We can repair the ignition barrel or lock at home for a fraction of what Citroen dealers charge. citroen ds3 key fob replacement The Keylab can also make replacement keys if you've lost or stolen one. From 1998 onwards, all Citroen vehicles didn't come with transponder chips, therefore creating an entirely new key for them is a breeze to do on site in a few minutes. Since 1998 all models require a unique code which is stored in a plastic credit card similar to a credit card, and then kept in the owner's wallet. We are able to quickly locate the code and then program an alternative Citroen key to your van for you. The key fob may be 'out of sync' with your car. Our vans are able to re-synchronize the key and get you back on the road in no time. You can save up to 50% over the cost of Citroen dealer services. Ignition Barrel Repair Modern cars have keys that go through a series of movements to start. If the key is jammed or damaged your car won't begin. Removal of a damaged or stuck key from the ignition could be difficult and should be done by a professional. Our specialists can remove your keys without causing damage to your vehicle with tools and oil. Over time the key and tumblers in the cylinder for ignition wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn your car keys. This issue can be exacerbated by a heavy keychain that causes extra stress on the tumblers. This is why we recommend that you get your Citroen keys and cylinders inspected by our experts before they are unable to use them. Finding your Citroen keys changed at a dealership could be costly and time-consuming process. The dealership will then order the replacement key, which can take up to 5 days to arrive. You'll need to return with your V5 and your ID documents to have it programmed into your car. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by coming to your workplace or at home to complete an Citroen replacement key service for a much lower price than what the dealer charges.