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How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key The replacement of your car key can seem like a daunting task, especially when you've lost the key. To obtain a replacement you'll need to contact a local dealership or locksmith. This could cost you a lot of money. You can prevent this with a company like SR Key Solutions. Key Cutting If you lose your keys, it could be a huge hassle. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that can assist you in getting your life back on track. We offer regular and high-security keys duplication. We employ a key-cutting machine to duplicate standard keys. This machine can duplicate mortise keys as well as cylinder keys. The key is placed in a vise and cut by a blade, then the new key is deburred—scrubbed with a wire-brush built in the machine or manually using a bench grinder to remove burrs which could be sharp and harm the lock. When it comes to high-security keys you will require a special machine that can cut these keys. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicating machines, but it's also very accurate. Bring the original key to get the keys cut. The shape of the key could cause the key to be useless. We use Framon 2 manual originating machines, which are known to be the most stable and accurate in the market. Some people have even told stories of them falling off their workstations to the ground and remaining perfectly safe. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators. The Keylab If your Citroen has transponders, you'll require a programed key to the system. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car and in the event that a different key is employed, the onboard computer will not recognize the serial number and therefore cannot allow the engine to begin. In the normal course, if a lost car key occurs, the owner will visit their local dealer to get the replacement key and get it programmed into the vehicle. This can take anywhere between two and five days and the original key will be required. However you can reduce the expense by acquiring a key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, which will allow you to start your vehicle with the same key. You will save time and money by not waiting for the dealer to arrive. Citroen models before 2000 can be made into spare keys in just two minutes. More recently, the manufacturer has included a PIN code on a plastic 'security card similar to an ordinary credit card in the wallet of the owner. It must be removed from the vehicle to program the new key. We can help you with this and you'll avoid a trip to the dealer. Door Lock Repair If the key or lock is damaged, it may cause problems when locking, unlocking or even starting your car. We can fix the ignition barrel or lock from your home for a fraction of what Citroen dealers charge. We can also provide replacement keys in the event that you've lost or stolen one. Up until 1998 all Citroen vehicles didn't have transponder chips, therefore creating an entirely new key for them is pretty straight forward and can be done on the spot in just a few minutes. Since 1998 all models need a unique code that is stored in a plastic credit card similar to a credit card. It is then placed in the owner's wallet. We are able to quickly locate this code and program an alternative Citroen key into your vehicle for you. The most common issue with newer keys is that the fob becomes 'out of sync' with your vehicle. Our vans can 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 motions in order to start. If this is interrupted by the key being jammed or damaged to the barrel that is used for ignition, your car won't start. Removal of a damaged or stuck key from the ignition could be difficult and should be handled by a professional. With the help of tools and lubrication our technicians can safely remove your keys from the ignition barrel without causing any further damage to your car. Over time the tumblers and key in the ignition cylinder could wear out and make it difficult or even impossible to turn the car key. The issue can be made worse by a heavy keychain attached to your keys that puts extra stress on the tumblers. This is why we recommend to have your Citroen keys and cylinders examined by our experts before they break and become useless. Finding your Citroen keys replaced at a dealership can be costly and a lengthy process. The dealership will order you a new key, which could take up to 5 days to arrive. When it arrives you will be required to come back with your V5 and ID documents in order to have the key inserted into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by visiting your workplace or at home to carry out a Citroen replacement key service for less than what the dealer charges.