10 Erroneous Answers To Common Citroen Berlingo Van Key Replacement Questions: Do You Know The Right Ones

How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's not an easy task to replace your car key in particular if it's lost. It is necessary to contact a local locksmith or a dealership to purchase a replacement.

However, it can cost you a significant amount of money. You can avoid this problem by hiring a service like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

When you lose your keys, it could be a huge hassle. Fortunately, citroen c3 key replacement offers hassle-free key cutting services to help you get back on the right path.

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

You require a machine that is designed to cut high-security keys. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, but it's also very precise. Bring the original key when you get these keys cut. Shape variations could make the key useless.

We make use of Framon two manual origin machines, which are known to be the most reliable and stable in the business. Some customers have even shared stories of them falling off their work benches to the floor, and being perfectly fine. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators.

Transponder Programming

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

Normally when a car's key is lost the owner will go to their local car dealer to get a new one and have it programmed to the vehicle. It can take between two to five working days, and the original key will be required.

However you can reduce the cost by buying the key from an auto locksmith. They can program and cut the key which allows you to open your vehicle with a new key. You'll save time and money by not having to wait for the car dealer.

Making a spare key is easy and can be made on the spot in a matter of minutes for Citroen models pre-2000. The manufacturer recently added a pin to an actual "security card" which is about 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 in order 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 may cause issues with locking, unlocking, and even launching your vehicle. We can come to your address and repair the ignition barrel or lock at much less than the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also provide replacement keys if you have lost or stolen one.

Since all Citroens were not equipped with transponder chips prior to 1998, creating keys is a simple procedure that can be done on-site in only a few minutes. From 1998 all models require a code, which is stored on a security card' that is the size of an credit card inside the wallet of the owner. We can quickly get this code and program a replacement Citroen key to your van for you.

The key fob can become 'out-of-sync' with the car. We have the tools in our vans to re-synchronise your key and get you back on the road in a matter of minutes and save you as much as 50% when compared with Citroen dealership fees.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars are built to work with a certain key that goes through an array of 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 should only be handled by professionals. With the help of tools and lubrication our specialists can carefully remove your keys from the ignition barrel without causing any damage to your vehicle.

Over time, the keys and tumblers inside the cylinder of ignition can wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn your car key. The problem can be exacerbated due to the weight of the keychain on your keys which places extra stress on the tumblers. This is the reason why we suggest that you get your Citroen keys and cylinders tested by our experts before they become unusable.

It can be time-consuming and expensive to replace your Citroen key at the dealer. They will send keys for replacement which could take as long as five days to arrive. You'll need to bring along your V5 and the ID documents to get it programmed into your car. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by coming to your home or workplace to complete the Citroen replacement key service for much less than what the dealer would charge.

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Pub: 21 Apr 2024 14:05 UTC
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