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How to Get a Citroen Replacement KeyIt's a challenging task to replace your car key, especially if it's been lost. You'll have to contact a local locksmith or dealership to purchase a replacement.However, this could cost a fair amount of money. You can avoid this by using a service like SR Key Solutions.Key CuttingWhen you lose your keys, it could be a major hassle. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services to assist you in getting your life back on track.We offer regular and high-security keys for duplicate. For normal keys we employ a key cutting machine that can duplicate mortise keys or key cylinders. The key is placed in a vise and cut by a knife, then the new key is cleaned using a wire brush built in the machine or manually using a bench grinder to remove any burrs that may be sharp and damage the lock.When it comes to high-security keys you will require a special machine that can cut these keys. The machine is more expensive, but it is also extremely accurate. It is recommended to bring the original key when cutting these keys, as variations in the shape of the key could make it unusable.We use Framon two manual origin machines that are known to be the most reliable and stable in the industry. Some customers have even shared stories of them falling off their workstations to the floor and still being perfectly fine. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.Transponder ProgrammingIf 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 used the on-board computer cannot recognize the serial number, and cannot allow the engine to start.Normally, when a car key is lost the owner will go to their local car dealer to obtain a replacement and then program it 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 purchasing the key from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key and allow you to start your car with a fresh key. You will save time and money by not waiting for the car dealer.Citroen models before 2000 can be converted into spare keys in just a few minutes. The manufacturer recently added a pin to the form of a plastic "security card" that is the size of an ordinary credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. It is required to remove it from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can do this for you, and you'll save the trip to the dealer.Door Lock RepairIf the lock or key is damaged, it may create problems when locking, unlocking and even starting your car. We can come to your location and fix the lock or ignition barrel at only a fraction of the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also make new keys if you've lost or stolen one.Up until 1998 all Citroen vehicles didn't have transponder chips. So creating an entirely new key for them is pretty straight to do on-site in a matter of minutes. Since 1998 all models require an unique code that's stored on a card the size of a small credit card and stored in the owner's wallet. We can easily obtain this code and add an alternative Citroen key into your vehicle for you.Often the issue with these newer keys is that the fob is out of sync' to your car. Our vans are equipped to re-synchronize the key and get you back on the road quickly. TheKeyLab can save up to 50% over the cost of Citroen dealer services.Ignition Barrel RepairModern cars operate with a particular key which goes through a series of motions to begin. If this process is interrupted by an unresponsive key or damage to the barrel of the ignition, your car will not start. It is difficult to remove a damaged or stuck key from the ignition. This task should be handled by professionals. With the help of tools and lubrication our technicians can safely remove your keys from the ignition barrel without any further damage to your vehicle.Over time, the keys and tumblers within the ignition cylinder can wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn the key of your car. A heavy keychain could make the issue worse by putting more pressure on the tumblers. We recommend having your Citroen keys and cylinders inspected by our experts prior to when they break and become useless.It can be time-consuming and expensive to replace your Citroen key at a dealer. They will order keys for replacement which can take up to five days to arrive. You must return your V5 along with your ID documents to get it programmed into your car. Northside Car Keys can save you money when we visit your home or office to perform a Citroen key replacement service at a cheaper cost than the dealer would charge.