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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key It can be a difficult task to replace your car key especially if it's lost. You'll need to contact a local locksmith or dealership to get a new one. This can cost you a significant amount of money. It is possible to avoid this issue by utilizing a company such as SR Key Solutions. Key Cutting If you lose your keys, it could be a major problem. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services to assist you in getting your life back on track. We offer regular and high security key duplication. We use a key-cutting machine to duplicate standard keys. This machine can duplicate mortise keys as well as keys made of cylinders. The key is placed in a vise and cut by a blade, then the new key is cleaned with a wire brush that is built into the machine or manually using a bench grinder to remove burrs which could be sharp and cause damage to the lock. You need a machine designed to cut high-security keys. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, however it is also very precise. Bring the original key to get these keys cut. Differences in shape could make the key unusable. We utilize Framon two manual-driven machines, which are regarded as the most reliable and stable in the industry, some clients have even told tales of them falling off their work benches to the floor, and functioning perfectly. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators. citroen c3 keys If your Citroen has transponder systems, it will require an appropriate key programmed to it. The transponder chip inside each vehicle is unique. If an alternative key was used the computer on board would not be able to recognize the serial numbers and the engine wouldn't start. Normally when a car key is lost the owner will go to their local car dealer to obtain a replacement and have it programmed into the vehicle. It could take between two and five days, and they'll need the original key with them. You can save money by purchasing keys from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key which allows you to open your car with a fresh key. You'll save time and money by not waiting for the dealer to arrive. Citroen models before 2000 can be made into spare keys in a few minutes. More recently, the company has put a PIN number on a card called a security similar to 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 save you a trip to the dealer. Door Lock Repair If the lock or key get damaged, it could lead to problems locking, unlocking and starting your vehicle. We can repair the ignition barrel or lock in your home at a fraction of the cost Citroen dealers charge. We can also make new keys if you've lost or stolen yours. Since all Citroens weren't equipped with transponder chips prior 1998, creating keys is a simple procedure that can be done on-site in only a few moments. Since 1998, all models need the use of a code that is stored on a security card' about the size of an credit card inside the owners wallet. We can quickly obtain this code and program the replacement Citroen key into your vehicle for you. The most common issue with modern keys is that the fob is out of sync' with the car. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronize the key and get you back on the road quickly. You can save up to 50% off the cost of Citroen dealer services. Ignition Barrel Repair Modern cars come with a key that goes through a series of movements to start. If the key is damaged or jammed the car will not start. It can be difficult to remove a broken or stuck key from the ignition. This should only be handled by an experienced professional. Our experts can take out your keys without causing damage to your car with tools and oil. Over time, the key and tumblers within the ignition cylinder wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn your car key. A heavy keychain can make the issue worse because it puts extra pressure on the tumblers. We recommend that you have your Citroen keys and cylinders examined by our experts, before they break and become useless. The process of getting your Citroen keys replaced at a dealership can be a costly and time-consuming process. They will purchase a replacement key for you which can take up to five days to arrive. When it arrives you will need to go back in with your V5 and ID documents in order to get the key programmed into your vehicle. Northside Car Keys can save you money when we visit your home or office to carry out a Citroen key replacement service at a less price than the dealer would charge.