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The History Of Citroen Berlingo Van Key Replacement
How to Get a Citroen Replacement Key

The replacement of your car key can seem like a daunting task especially when you've lost yours. In order to get a replacement, you'll need to call an auto dealer or locksmith.

However, it can cost a fair amount of money. You can prevent this from happening by working with a company like SR Key Solutions.

Key Cutting

Your keys are vital to your everyday 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 track.

We offer regular and high-security key duplicate. For regular keys, we use an instrument for cutting keys that can duplicate mortise keys or keys made of cylinders. The key is put in a vise, and then cut by 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. This kind of machine is more expensive than other key duplicate machines, but it is also very precise. Bring the original key to get the keys cut. The shape of the key could render the key useless.

We make use of Framon two manual machines, which are known to be the most stable and accurate in the market. Some people have even told stories of them falling off their work bench to the floor and being perfectly fine. We also have Silca Matrix high-security duplicators and Silca Swift.

Transponder Programming

If your Citroen is equipped with transponder technology, it will require the use of a key that has been programmed to it. This is because the transponder chip is specific to each car. Consequently, when a different key is used the on-board computer cannot recognize the serial number and therefore cannot allow the engine to start.

Normally, when a car key is lost the owner will go to their local car dealer to obtain a replacement and then program it to the vehicle. This could take between two and five working days and the original key will be required.

You can save money by purchasing the key from an auto locksmith. They can cut and program the key for you, which will allow you to start your vehicle with the same key. This will save you time and money because you won't have to stand around for the car dealer to cut a new key.

Citroen models before 2000 can be converted into spare keys within two minutes. The manufacturer has recently added a PIN to an actual "security card" the size of an ordinary credit card that is kept in the wallet of the owner. This must be retrieved 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


When the lock or key get damaged, it could cause problems locking, unlocking and even starting your vehicle. We can come to your location and fix the barrel of your lock or ignition at less than the cost of Citroen dealers. We can also create replacement keys if you've lost or stolen one.

Prior to 1998, all Citroen vehicles didn't come with transponder chips. So creating an entirely new key for them is fairly straight forward and can be done on site in a few minutes. Since 1998, all models require an entry code that is stored on a plastic "security card' about the size of a credit card that is kept in the owners wallet. We can easily obtain this code and add a replacement Citroen key into your vehicle for you.

The main issue with modern keys is that the key fob is out of sync' with your vehicle. We have the technology in our vans to restore synchronisation of your keys and get you back on the road in a matter of minutes and also save you up to 50% when compared with Citroen dealership fees.

Ignition Barrel Repair

Modern cars come with keys that go through a series of movements to start. If the key is damaged or jammed, your car won't start. It can be difficult to remove a damaged or stuck key from the ignition. This task should only be done by a professional. Our specialists can remove your keys without damaging your vehicle with tools and oil.

Over replacement key for citroen c1 www.thekeylab.co.uk , the key and tumblers in the ignition cylinder wear out, making it difficult or impossible to turn the car key. The issue can be made worse due to the weight of the keychain that places extra stress on the tumblers. This is the reason why we suggest that you get your Citroen keys and cylinders examined by our experts before they become unusable.

Finding your Citroen keys replacement at a dealership can be expensive and time-consuming process. They will send the replacement key for you which could take up to five days to arrive. You must bring along your V5 and the ID documents to get it programmed into your car. Northside Car Keys can save you money when we visit your office or home to complete the Citroen key replacement service at a lower cost than the dealer would charge.