How to Get a Citroen
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Car key replacement can seem like a daunting job particularly if you've lost yours. You'll have to contact an authorized locksmith in your area or a dealership to purchase a replacement.
However, it can cost you a significant amount of money. You can prevent this by using a service such as SR Key Solutions.
Key Cutting
When you lose your keys, it could be a major hassle. Fortunately, Ace Hardware offers hassle-free key cutting services that can assist you in getting back on the right track.
We provide regular and high-security keys for duplication. We employ a key-cutting machine to duplicate regular keys. The machine can duplicate mortise keys or key cylinders. The key is placed in a vise, and then cut by a knife, then the new key is deburred--scrubbed using a wire brush built into the machine or manually with a bench grinder. This is to remove burrs that could be sharp and damage the lock.
When you're dealing with high-security keys, you need a special machine designed to cut these types of keys. The machine is more expensive, but also very accurate. It is a good idea bring the original key with you when getting these keys cut due to the fact that differences in the form of the key could render it useless.
Framon 2 manual-driven machine is regarded as the most accurate and stable in the industry. Some people have told stories of them falling off their work bench, but functioning perfectly. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators.
Transponder Programming
If your
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Normally the moment a car's key is lost the owner will head to their local car dealer to purchase a replacement and have it programmed into the vehicle. This can take between two and five days, and they will need to have the original key present.
However, you can cut the cost by purchasing the key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, allowing you to start your car with the same key. This will save you time and money since you won't need to wait for the car dealer to come up with a
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Citroen pre-2000 models can be converted into spare keys in only a few minutes. The manufacturer has recently added a PIN the plastic "security card" that is the size of a credit card. It is kept in the owner's wallet. This must be removed from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can help you with this and save you a trip to the dealer.
Door Lock Repair
When the lock or key is damaged, it could cause problems locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We can fix the ignition barrel or lock in your home at a fraction of the cost Citroen dealers charge. We can also create new keys if you've lost or stolen one.
Up until 1998 all Citroen vehicles did not have transponder chips, so making the new keys for them is a breeze simple and can be done on-site in a matter of minutes. From 1998 all models require a code which is stored on a plastic 'security card' about the size of an credit card inside the wallet of the owner. We can quickly access the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you.
The key fob might be out of sync with the car. We have the technology in our vans to re-synchronise your keys and get you back on the road in no time and save you up to 50% in comparison with
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Ignition Barrel Repair
Modern cars use a specific key which goes through a series of motions to start. If the key is jammed or damaged your car won't begin. Removal of a damaged or stuck key from the ignition could be difficult and should only be handled by a professional. By using tools and lubrication our technicians can safely remove your keys from the ignition barrel without causing further damage to your car.
With time, the key and tumblers in the ignition cylinder wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn your car key. This issue can be exacerbated by having a heavy keychain on your keys which places extra stress on the tumblers. This is why we recommend getting your Citroen keys and cylinders checked by our experts before they go out of service.
It can be time-consuming and expensive to replace your Citroen key at the dealer. They will order keys for replacement which could take as long as five days to arrive. Once it arrives, you'll need to go back in with your V5 and ID documents to have the key inserted into your vehicle. Northside Car Keys can help you save money by having us visit your home or office to perform an citroen c3 key programming -
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