17 Signs You Work With Citroen Berlingo Van Key Replacement How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

It can be a difficult task to replace the car key, especially if it's been lost. You'll need to call a local locksmith or dealership for a new key.

However, it can cost a considerable amount of money. You can prevent this by utilizing a service like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are essential to your daily life, and when they're lost, it can cause a huge inconvenience. Ace Hardware offers hassle free key cutting services to assist you in getting your life back on course.

We provide regular and high-security key duplication. We employ a key-cutting machine to duplicate regular keys. The machine can duplicate mortise keys or key cylinders. The key is held in the vise, and is then cut using a blade. The new key is then deburred, by rubbing it down with wirebrushes built into the machine, or manually using a bench grinder - to remove burrs that could be sharp and cause damage to the lock.

When you're dealing with keys that are high-security you will require a special machine that can cut these keys. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, but it is also very precise. It is recommended to bring the original key with you while cutting these keys due to the fact that variations in the shape of the key could render it useless.

Framon 2 manual origin machine is regarded as the most stable and accurate machine in the industry. Some people have told stories of them falling off their workstations and being fine. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

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

Typically, when a loss of a car key occurs, the owner will visit their local dealer to get a replacement, and get it programmed into the vehicle. This can take anywhere between two and five days, and the original key will be required.


However you can cut the expense by acquiring keys from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, which will allow you to start your car with an alternative key. This will save you time and money because you don't have to sit for the car dealer to cut a new key.

Citroen pre-2000 models can be made into spare keys in only two minutes. More recently, the manufacturer has incorporated a PIN on a security card that is a plastic which is about the size of a credit card inside the wallet of the owner. It must be removed from the vehicle before we can program the new key, this is something we are able to do for you and again you'll not have to go to the dealer.

Door Lock Repair

If the lock or key is damaged, it could cause problems with locking, unlocking, and even starting your car. We can come to your address and repair the ignition barrel or lock at less than the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also create replacement keys in the event that you've lost or stolen one.

All Citroen vehicles did not have transponder chips, so making an entirely new key for them is a breeze simple and can be done on site in a few minutes. Since 1998, all models require a code which is stored on a plastic 'security card' that is 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 most common issue with modern keys is that the fob becomes 'out of sync' with the car. Our vans are able to re-synchronize the key and get you back on the road quickly. You can save up to 50% on the cost of Citroen dealer services.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars come with keys that go through a series of movements to start. If this process is interrupted by an unresponsive key or damage to the barrel that is used for ignition, your car won't start. It is difficult to remove a damaged or stuck key from the ignition. This task should only be handled by an expert. Utilizing tools and lubrication, our specialists can carefully remove your keys from the barrel of your ignition without any further damage to your vehicle.

Over citroen key replacement TheKeyLab , the key and tumblers in the cylinder of ignition can wear out making it difficult or impossible to turn your car key. The problem can be exacerbated by a heavy keychain attached to your keys that causes extra stress on the tumblers. This is why we suggest that you get your Citroen keys and cylinders checked by our experts before they become unusable.

It can be time-consuming and expensive to replace your Citroen key with the dealer. The dealership will order you the replacement key, which can take up to 5 days to arrive. Once it arrives, you'll need to enter the car with your V5 and ID documents to have the key inserted into your vehicle. Northside Car Keys can save you money if we visit your home or office to carry out the Citroen key replacement service for a lower price than the dealer would charge.