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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. It is necessary to contact a local locksmith or dealership to obtain a new key. This could cost you a significant amount of money. You can avoid this issue by utilizing a company such as SR Key Solutions. Key Cutting When you lose your keys, it can be a major hassle. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services that will assist you in getting your life back on course. We offer regular and high-security key duplication. For normal keys, we use an instrument for cutting keys that can duplicate mortise or cylinder keys. The key is clamped into a vise, then cut with a blade. The new key is then deburred, rubbed down with a wirebrush integrated into the machine, or manually on the bench grinder to remove any burrs which could be sharp and cause damage to the lock. When it comes to keys with high security, you need a special machine that is specifically designed to cut these types of keys. This machine is more expensive however, it's also very precise. It's a good idea to bring the original key with you when cutting these keys, as variations in the shape of the key could render it useless. We use Framon two manual-driven machines that are known to be the most reliable and stable 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, you'll need a key programmed to the system. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car and when a different key is employed, the onboard computer cannot recognize the serial number and cannot allow the engine to begin. Normally when a car key is lost the owner will head to their local car dealer to get a replacement and have it programmed into the vehicle. This could take between two to five days. they will need to have the original key present. However you can cut down on the cost by purchasing the key from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key which allows you to open your car with a fresh key. This will save you time and money as you won't have to wait for the dealer to create a replacement. Citroen pre-2000 models can be converted into spare keys in only a few minutes. In recent times, the manufacturer has included a PIN code on a'security card' made of plastic' the size of a credit card inside the wallet of the owner. It is required to remove it from the vehicle to program the new key. We can do this for you and you'll avoid going to the dealer. Door Lock Repair If the key or lock is damaged, it can cause issues with locking, unlocking, and even launching your vehicle. We can fix the ignition barrel or lock in your home for a fraction of what Citroen dealers charge. We can also create spare keys in the event that yours has been lost or stolen. From 1998 onwards, all Citroen vehicles didn't come with transponder chips, therefore creating a new key for them is pretty straight forward and can be done on site in a few minutes. Since 1998, all models require a code which is stored on a plastic 'security card' that is the size of an credit card inside the wallet of the owner. We can quickly obtain the code and then program an alternative Citroen key into your vehicle for you. The key fob could become '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% on the cost of Citroen dealer services. G28 Car Keys come with a key that goes through a series of motions in order to start. If the key is jammed or damaged your car won't begin. Extracting a stuck or broken key from the ignition could be difficult and should be done by a professional. By using tools and lubrication our experts will carefully remove your keys from the ignition barrel without causing further damage to your car. Over time the key and tumblers in the ignition cylinder could wear out, making it difficult or even impossible to turn the car key. A heavy keychain could cause more damage by exerting more pressure on the tumblers. This is the reason we suggest to have your Citroen keys and cylinders tested by our experts before they become unusable. 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 could take up to five days to arrive. Once it arrives, you'll need to go back in with your V5 and ID documents in order to have the key inserted into your vehicle. Northside Car Keys can save you money if we visit your home or office to provide the Citroen key replacement service at a lower cost than what the dealer will charge.