The Best Tips You'll Ever Receive On Citroen Berlingo Van Key Replacement
How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key
It's a challenging task to replace your car's key, especially if it's been lost. You'll need to call the local locksmith or a dealership to get a new one.
This can cost you a significant amount of money. You can avoid this problem by working with a company like SR Key Solutions.
Key Cutting
When you lose your keys, it could be a major inconvenience. Luckily, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services that can help you get back on the right path.
We offer regular and high security key duplication. We use a key-cutting machine to duplicate standard keys. This machine can duplicate mortise keys or cylinder keys. The key is put in a vise and cut by a knife, then the new key is cleaned with a wire brush built in the machine or manually using a bench grinder to remove burrs that could be sharp and harm the lock.
When you're dealing with high-security keys you will require a special machine that is designed to cut these types of keys. This machine is more expensive, but it's also extremely precise. Bring the original key to get the keys cut. Shape variations could cause the key to be useless.
Framon 2 manual-driven machine is known as the most stable and accurate machine in the industry. Some have told stories of them falling off their work bench but performing perfectly. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.
Transponder Programming
If your Citroen is fitted with a transponder system it will require the use of a key that has been programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is unique to each car. in the event that a different key is utilized, the computer on board will not recognize the serial number and therefore cannot allow the engine to start.
Normally the moment a car's key is lost the owner should go to the local dealer to obtain a replacement and then program it to the vehicle. It can take between two and five working days, and the original key will be required.
You can save money by purchasing a key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, allowing you to start your vehicle with the same key. You'll save time as well as money by not waiting for the dealer to arrive.
Making a spare key is relatively easy and can be made on-site in a matter of minutes for Citroen models prior to 2000. The manufacturer has recently added a pin to the form of a plastic "security card" which is about the size of a small credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. The card must be removed from the vehicle before we can program the new key. This is something we can easily do for you, and you'll not have to go to the dealer.
Door Lock Repair
If the lock or key is damaged, it could create problems when locking, unlocking and even starting your car. We can repair the ignition barrel or lock from your home for a fraction of what Citroen dealers charge. We can also make spare keys if yours have been stolen or lost.
All Citroen vehicles don't use transponder chips. So creating an entirely new key for them is fairly straight simple and can be done on site in a few minutes. Since 1998 all models require a unique code which is stored inside a plastic card that is the size of a small credit card and stored in the owner's wallet. We are able to quickly locate this code and add a replacement Citroen key into your vehicle for you.
The key fob could be 'out of sync' with your car. Our vans can re-synchronize the key and get you back on the road quickly. You can save as much as 50% off the cost of Citroen dealer services.
Ignition Barrel Repair
Modern cars are built to work with a specific key that is used to go through various motions to begin. If the key is jammed or damaged the car won't start. It can be difficult to remove a broken or stuck key from the ignition. This should only be performed by an experienced professional. Utilizing tools and lubrication, our technicians can safely remove your keys from the ignition barrel without causing any damage to your vehicle.
With time, the key and tumblers inside the ignition cylinder wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn your car key. This issue can be exacerbated by the weight of your keychain that adds extra stress to the tumblers. We suggest having your Citroen cylinders and keys checked by our experts, before they break and become useless.
Finding citroen berlingo van key replacement at a dealership can be a costly and time-consuming process. They will send an alternative key for you which can take up to five days to arrive. You'll need to return your V5 along with your ID documents to get it programmed into your car. Northside Car Keys can save you money when we come to your home or office to complete a Citroen key replacement service at a cheaper cost than what the dealer will charge.