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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key It can be a difficult task to replace your car keys especially if it's lost. You'll need to contact the local locksmith or a dealership to purchase a replacement. This could cost you a lot of money. You can avoid this issue by hiring a service like SR Key Solutions. Key Cutting When you lose your keys, it could be a major inconvenience. Fortunately, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services to help you get back on track. We provide regular and high-security key duplicate. We use a key-cutting machine to duplicate keys that are regular. This machine can duplicate mortise keys and cylinder keys. The key is put in a vise, and then cut by a knife, then the new key is deburred and scrubbed with a wire brush built inside the machine or using a bench grinder to remove any burrs that may be sharp and harm the lock. You will require a machine specifically designed to cut high-security keys. The machine is more expensive, but it's also extremely precise. Bring the original key when you receive the keys cut. Modifications in shape can render the key useless. Framon 2 manual-driven machine is regarded as the most reliable and stable machine in the market. Some people have told stories about them falling from their work bench, but functioning perfectly. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift. Transponder Programming If your Citroen has transponders, you will require a key to be programmed into the system. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car and should a different key be utilized, the computer on board cannot recognize the serial number and cannot allow the engine to start. Normally the moment a car's key is lost, the owner will go to the local dealer to purchase a replacement and have it programmed to the vehicle. It could take between two to five days. they'll require the original key in their possession. You can save money by purchasing a key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, which will allow you to start your car with a different key. You will save time and money by not waiting for the car dealer. Citroen models prior to 2000 can be made into spare keys within a few minutes. The manufacturer recently added a pin to an actual “security card” that is the size of an ordinary credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. This needs to be retrieved from the vehicle before we can program the new key. This is something we can easily do for you and again you'll avoid a trip to the dealer. Door Lock Repair When the key or lock are damaged, it can lead to problems locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We can visit your location and repair the ignition barrel or lock at much less than the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also create replacement keys if you've lost or stolen your keys. Since citroen c1 key fob were not equipped with transponder chips prior 1998, creating keys is a straightforward procedure that can be done on the spot in a matter of moments. Since 1998, all models require a code, which is stored on a plastic 'security card' the size of a credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. We can quickly get the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you. The key fob can be out of sync with the car. Our vans can re-synchronize the key and get you back on the road in no time. You can save up to 50% off the cost of Citroen dealer services. Ignition Barrel Repair Modern cars have a key that goes through a series of motions to start. If the key is jammed or damaged the car won't start. The removal of a broken or stuck key from the ignition can be tricky and should only be done by a professional. Using tools and lubrication, our experts will carefully remove your keys from the barrel of your ignition without causing further damage to your vehicle. Over time, the keys and tumblers in the ignition cylinder can wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn the key of your car. The issue can be made worse by a heavy keychain attached to your keys that causes extra stress on the tumblers. We recommend that you have your Citroen keys and cylinders examined by our experts before they are deemed unusable. Getting your Citroen keys replaced at a dealer can be a costly and time-consuming process. They will order a replacement key for you which can take up to five days to arrive. Once it arrives, you'll have to return with your V5 and ID documents to have the key programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by coming to your workplace or at home to carry out an Citroen replacement key service for a much lower price than what the dealer charges.