10 Things We Are Hating About Citroen Berlingo Van Key Replacement

How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

The replacement of your car key can seem like a daunting job, especially in the event that you've lost your key. To get a replacement you'll have to contact an authorized locksmith or a local dealer.

However, it can cost you a significant amount of money. You can avoid this with a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

When you lose your keys, it could be a major hassle. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services to help you get your life back on the right track.

We provide regular and high-security key duplication. For normal keys we use the key cutting machine which can duplicate mortise or cylinder keys. The key is put in a vise, and then cut with a blade then the new key is deburred--scrubbed with a wire-brush built into the machine or manually using a bench grinder to remove any burrs that may be sharp and harm the lock.

You need a machine designed to cut high-security keys. The machine is more expensive but it is also extremely accurate. It's a good idea to bring the original key while cutting these keys because variations in the shape of the key could render it useless.

We utilize Framon two manual-driven machines that are known to be the most stable and accurate in the business. Some customers have even shared stories of them falling off their workstations to the floor and still functioning perfectly. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your citroen picasso key fob replacement is fitted with transponder systems, it will require an appropriate key programmed to it. The transponder chip in each vehicle is unique to each car. If you used a different key, the on-board computer will not recognize the serial numbers and the engine wouldn't start.

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

However you can cut down on the cost by purchasing keys from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, enabling you to start your car with a different key. You'll save time as well as money by not waiting for the car dealer.

Making an extra key is easy and can be done on-site within a matter of minutes for Citroen models prior to 2000. The manufacturer has recently added a pin to an actual "security card" which is about the size of a credit card. It is kept in the wallet of the owner. This must be removed from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can help you with this and save you an excursion to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key is damaged, it could cause problems with locking, unlocking or even launching your vehicle. We can visit your address and repair the ignition barrel or lock at much less than the cost of citroen xsara key dealers. We can also make spare keys if the ones you have been lost or stolen.

Since all Citroens weren't equipped with transponder chips prior 1998, creating keys is a straightforward procedure that can be done on the spot in a matter of minutes. Since 1998 all models need a unique code that is stored on a card the size of a small credit card and kept in the owner's wallet. We are able to quickly locate the code and program your replacement citroen c1 key Citroen van key for you.

Often the issue with these newer keys is that the fob loses its sync' with your car. Our vans can re-synchronize the key and get you on the road quickly. You can save up to 50% off the cost of Citroen dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars are designed to use a specific key that goes through several motions in order to begin. If this is interrupted due to a jammed key or damage to the barrel that is used for ignition, your car won't start. Removal of a damaged or stuck key from the ignition could be a challenge and should be done by an expert. By using tools and lubrication our experts can safely remove your keys from the barrel of your ignition without any further damage to your vehicle.

Over time the tumblers and key in the ignition cylinder could wear out and make it difficult or even impossible to turn the car key. A heavy keychain can cause the problem to get worse by putting extra pressure on the tumblers. This is why we recommend that you have your Citroen keys and cylinders checked by our experts before they become unusable.

The process of getting your Citroen keys replaced at a dealer can be costly and time-consuming process. They will purchase a replacement car keys citroen key for you that can take up to five days to arrive. When it arrives, you'll be required to come back with your V5 and ID documents in order to have the key programmed into your vehicle. At Northside Car Keys we can help you save money by coming to your home or workplace to carry out the Citroen replacement key service for a much lower price than what the dealer charges.