Five People You Must Know In The Citroen Berlingo Van Key Replacement Industry How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It's a challenging task to replace your car's key especially if it's lost. You'll need to call a local locksmith or dealership to purchase a replacement.

This can cost you a lot of money. It is possible to avoid this issue by using a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

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

We provide regular and high-security key duplicate. For standard keys we use a key cutting machine that can duplicate mortise keys or cylinder keys. 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 using a bench grinder to remove any burrs that may be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

You need a machine designed to cut high-security keys. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, but it's also very accurate. It is a good idea to bring the original key with you when cutting these keys due to the fact that differences in the shape of the key could render it useless.

We make use of Framon two manual-driven machines that are known to be the most stable and accurate in the industry. Some people have even told stories of them falling off their workstations to the floor, and performing perfectly. We also have the Silca Matrix and the Silca Swift high-security duplicators.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen has a transponder system it will require a key that has been programmed to it. The transponder chip that is in every vehicle is unique. If you used a different key, the on-board computer will not recognize the serial numbers and the engine wouldn't start.

Normally the moment a car's key is lost the owner will head to their local car dealer to get a replacement and then have it programmed to the vehicle. This could take between two and five working days and the original key will be required.


However you can cut the expense by acquiring a key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, allowing you to start your vehicle with an alternative key. You'll save time and money by not waiting for the car dealer.

Citroen models from before 2000 can be converted into spare keys in only a few minutes. citroen replacement key cost has recently added a PIN on an actual "security card" similar to a small credit card that is kept in the owner's wallet. This needs to be removed from the vehicle in order to program the new key. We can do this for you and you'll be able to avoid an excursion to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the key or lock is damaged, it can cause problems when locking, unlocking and even launching your vehicle. We can come to your location and repair the ignition barrel or lock at only a fraction of the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also create replacement keys if you've lost or stolen yours.

From 1998 onwards, all Citroen vehicles don't use transponder chips. Therefore, making a new key for them is quite straight simple and can be done on-site in a matter of minutes. Since 1998 all models need a unique code which is stored in a plastic card that is the size of a credit card and kept in the owner's wallet. We can quickly access the code and program your replacement Citroen van key for you.

The most common issue with modern keys is that the fob is out of sync' with your car. We have the tools in our vans to restore synchronisation of your keys and get you back on the road in no time which can save you as much as 50% when compared with Citroen dealership fees.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars have a key that goes through a series of movements to start. If this is interrupted by a damaged or jammed key, or damage to the ignition barrel then your car won't start. Removal of a damaged or stuck key from the ignition can be difficult and should be done by a professional. Our specialists can remove your keys without damaging your vehicle with tools and grease.

With time, the key and tumblers within the ignition cylinder wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn the key of your car. A heavy keychain could make the problem worse by exerting more pressure on the tumblers. We recommend that you have your Citroen keys and cylinders checked by our experts prior to when they are deemed unusable.

It is time-consuming and costly to replace your Citroen key with the dealer. They will purchase keys for replacement which can take up to five days to arrive. You'll have to return your V5 along with the ID documents to get it programmed into your vehicle. Northside Car Keys can save you money if we come to your home or office to perform the Citroen key replacement service for a lower cost than what the dealer would charge.