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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key It's not an easy task to replace your car keys in particular if it's lost. To get a replacement you'll need to contact an authorized locksmith or a local dealer. This could cost you a lot of money. You can reduce this cost by utilizing a service like SR Key Solutions. Key Cutting Your keys are crucial to your daily routine, and when they're lost, it could cause major disruption. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services to assist you in getting back on track. We provide regular and high security key duplication. For regular keys we use a key cutting machine that can duplicate mortise or keys made of cylinders. citroen key fob is put in a vise, and then cut by a blade, then the new key is deburred—scrubbed with a wire brush built into the machine, or manually in a bench grinder to remove burrs which could be sharp and damage the lock. It is necessary to have a machine designed to cut high-security keys. This machine is more expensive but it is also extremely accurate. It is recommended to bring the original key when cutting the keys, as variations in the shape of the key could make it unusable. We use Framon 2 manual originating machines, which are known to be the most stable and accurate in the business. Some customers have even shared stories of them falling off their workstations to the floor, and performing perfectly. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators. Transponder Programming If your Citroen has transponder technology, it will require a key that has been programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is specific to each car. Consequently, when a different key is employed, the onboard computer will not recognise the serial number and therefore will not allow the engine to begin. Typically, when a loss of a car key is lost the owner must visit their local dealer in order to obtain a replacement, and have it programmed into their vehicle. This could take anywhere from two and five days, and the original key will be required. However you can cut down on the cost by getting the key from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key which allows you to open your car with a new 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 in just a few minutes. The manufacturer recently added a PIN to a plastic “security card” similar to the size of a credit card that is kept in the owner's wallet. It must be removed from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can help you with this and you'll be able to avoid a trip to the dealer. Door Lock Repair If the key or lock is damaged, it may create problems when locking, unlocking, and even launching your vehicle. We can visit your address and repair the barrel of your lock or ignition at only a fraction of the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also create replacement keys if you have lost or stolen yours. Prior to 1998, all Citroen vehicles didn't come with transponder chips. Therefore, making a new key for them is a breeze simple and can be done at the site in a couple of minutes. Since 1998, all models need 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 get the code and then program the replacement Citroen key into your vehicle for you. The key fob may be out of sync with the car. We have the tools in our vans to restore synchronisation of your key and get you back on the road in no time at all – again saving you up to 50% when compared with Citroen dealership fees. Ignition Barrel Repair Modern cars operate with a particular key that goes through a series of motions to begin. If the key is damaged or jammed the car will not start. Removing a damaged or stuck key from the ignition can be difficult and should only be handled by an experienced technician. Utilizing tools and lubrication, our specialists can carefully remove your keys from the barrel of your ignition without causing any further damage to your vehicle. Over time, the key and tumblers inside the ignition cylinder can wear out and make it difficult or even impossible to turn the car key. This issue can be exacerbated by a heavy keychain on your keys which puts extra stress on the tumblers. This is the reason why we suggest to have your Citroen keys and cylinders checked by our experts before they go out of service. It is time-consuming and costly to replace your Citroen key at a dealer. They will order keys for replacement which can take up to five days to arrive. When it arrives you will be required to come back with your V5 and ID documents to have the key programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can save you money by coming to your workplace or home to complete a Citroen replacement key service for less than what the dealer charges.