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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key It's a challenging task to replace your car keys especially if it's lost. You'll need to contact a local locksmith or a dealership to obtain a new key. This could cost you a lot of money. You can avoid this by using a service like SR Key Solutions. Key Cutting Keys are an integral part of your everyday life, and when they're lost, it could cause a huge inconvenience. Fortunately, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services to help you get back on the right path. We provide regular and high-security key duplicate. We use a key cutting machine to duplicate keys that are regular. The machine can duplicate mortise keys and keys that are cylinders. The key is put in a vise and cut by a knife, then the new key is cleaned with a wire brush that is built in the machine or manually with a bench grinder. This is to remove any burrs that may be sharp and damage the lock. You will require a machine specifically designed to cut high-security keys. citroen berlingo van key replacement www.thekeylab.co.uk of machine is more expensive than other key duplicating machines, however it is also very precise. It is a good idea bring the original key when cutting these keys because variations in the shape of the key could render it useless. We utilize Framon two manual origin machines that are regarded as the most reliable and stable in the industry. Some people have even told stories of them falling off their work benches to the floor and remaining perfectly safe. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators. Transponder Programming If your Citroen is equipped with transponder systems, it will require a key that has been programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car and in the event that a different key is used the on-board computer cannot recognize the serial number and cannot permit the engine to start. Normally the moment a car's key is lost, the owner will go to their local car dealer to purchase a replacement and then have it programmed to the vehicle. This can take anywhere between two to five working days and the original key will be required. You can save money by buying keys from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key which allows you to open your car with a new key. This will save you time and money since you won't have to wait for the dealer to cut a new key. Making a spare key is straightforward and can be done on site in a matter of minutes for Citroen models that were manufactured prior to 2000. The manufacturer recently added a PIN an actual “security card” the size of a small credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. It is required to remove it from the vehicle to program the new key. We can help you with this, and you'll save the trip to the dealer. Door Lock Repair If the key or lock is damaged, it can cause issues with locking, unlocking and even starting your car. We can repair the ignition barrel or lock at home for a fraction of what Citroen dealers charge. We can also create replacement keys in the event that you've lost or stolen one. Since all Citroens were not equipped with transponder chips prior to 1998, making a key is a simple procedure that can be accomplished on-site in just a few minutes. Since 1998 all models require a unique code which is stored in a plastic card the size of a small credit card and kept in the wallet of the owner. We can quickly obtain this code and add a replacement Citroen key to your van for you. The key fob can be out of sync with the car. We have the technology in our vans to restore synchronisation of your keys and get you back on the road in no time and save you up to 50% compared with Citroen dealership costs. Ignition Barrel Repair Modern cars have a key that goes through a series motions to start. If the key is damaged or jammed the car will not start. It can be difficult to remove a damaged or stuck key from the ignition. This task should only be handled by a professional. Our experts can remove the keys without damaging your vehicle with tools and lubricant. Over time, the key and tumblers within the ignition cylinder can wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn your car key. A heavy keychain could cause more damage by putting extra pressure on the tumblers. We recommend that you have your Citroen keys and cylinders examined by our experts before they are deemed unusable. It can be time-consuming and expensive to replace your Citroen key at a dealer. The dealership will order you the replacement key, which could take up to 5 days to arrive. You'll have to return your V5 along with the ID documents to get it programmed into your car. Northside Car Keys can save you money when we visit your office or home to carry out an Citroen key replacement service at a lower cost than what the dealer would charge.