This Is The New Big Thing In Citroen Berlingo Van Key Replacement

How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

The replacement of your car key can appear like a daunting endeavor, especially when you've lost yours. To get a replacement, you'll need to call a local dealership or locksmith.

However, this could cost a fair amount of money. You can prevent this from happening by working with a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

When you lose your keys, it could be a huge hassle. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services to help you get back on your way.

We provide regular and high-security key duplication. We employ a key-cutting machine to duplicate keys that are regular. This machine can duplicate mortise keys or keys made of cylinders. The Key Cutting Service is placed in a vise, and then cut with a blade, then the new key is deburred and scrubbed using a wire brush built into the machine, or manually using a bench grinder to remove burrs which could be sharp and damage the lock.

You require a machine that is designed to cut high-security keys. This machine is more expensive but also very accurate. Bring the original key with you when you get the keys cut. Modifications in shape can make the key useless.

Framon 2 manual machine is known as being the most stable and accurate in the market. Some have told stories about them falling from their work bench but being fine. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen has transponder technology, it will require the use of a key that has been programmed to it. The transponder chip inside each vehicle is unique. If an alternative key was used, the on-board computer would not recognise the serial numbers and the engine would not start.

Normally when a car key is lost the owner should go to the local dealer to obtain a replacement and have it programmed to the vehicle. This could take anywhere from two to five working days, and the original key will be required.

You can save money by buying a key at an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key which allows you to open your car with a new key. This will save your time and money as you won't have to wait around for the car dealer to cut a new key.

Making an extra key is straightforward and can be done on site in just a few minutes for Citroen models pre-2000. Recently, the manufacturer has included a PIN code on a plastic 'security card which is about the size of a credit card inside 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 accomplish for you and you'll not have to go to your dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key are damaged, it can result in problems locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We can fix the ignition barrel or lock from your home at a fraction of the cost citroen key replacement near me dealers charge. We can also make spare keys in the event that yours has been stolen or lost.

Prior to 1998, all Citroen vehicles didn't have transponder chips, so making the new keys for them is quite straight simple and can be done on-site in a matter of minutes. Since 1998, all models need a code which is stored on a'security card' about the size of a credit card in the wallet of the owner. We can quickly get the code and program your replacement citroen xsara key van key for you.

The key fob might be 'out of sync' with your car. We have the technology in our vans to re-synchronize your keys and get you back on the road in a matter of minutes and save you up to 50% compared with Citroen dealership costs.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars are built to work with a certain key that is used to go through several motions in order to start. If this process is interrupted by the key being jammed or damaged to the barrel that is used for ignition, the car will not start. The removal of a broken or stuck key from the ignition can be a challenge and should be done by an expert. Using 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 within the cylinder of ignition can wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn the car key. The problem can be exacerbated by the weight of your keychain that causes extra stress on the tumblers. We recommend having your Citroen keys and cylinders inspected by our experts, before they break or become unusable.

The process of getting your Citroen keys replacement at a dealership can be costly and time-consuming process. They will purchase the replacement key for you which can take up to five days to arrive. You'll need to return your V5 along with your ID documents in order to have it programmed into your car. Northside Car Keys can save you money by having us visit your home or office to carry out the Citroen key replacement service at a lower price than the dealer would charge.