Peugeot 208 Key Replacement

It is best to delegate the replacement of Peugeot keys 208 to auto locksmiths with the necessary equipment and technical skills. They can create and program keys faster and cheaper than dealers.

A dead battery for your coin is most likely to be the cause the reason why your key fob isn't locking or unlocking doors. There are other reasons that the key might be malfunctioning.

Dead Coin Battery

A dead coin battery will prevent your peugeot car key replacement 208 from locking or unlocking and will not start the engine. In this situation you'll need to choose the alternate method to start found in your vehicle's owner's manual.

The spark plugs can also be worn out. The spark plugs are responsible for instigating the fuel which starts the engine. However they have a short time of life. They'll eventually fail if they aren't used frequently enough.

There is a simple solution to this issue. The best solution is to determine the voltage of your car battery with a multimeter. If it's lower than 11.5 volts, then you need to replace it. It is also necessary to clean the battery's contacts if it has corrosion. This can be done by lifting the rubber covers that cover the two battery terminals and using a wire brush to remove any corroded areas of the battery. Then, you must reconnect the positive and negative pole cables.

Water Damage

If your 208 will not start and the battery hasn't fallen flat, it is time to examine the spark plugs. It is possible that they're overly dirty, causing them not to spark. This can be fixed easily by cleaning the spark plugs in an workshop.

Peugeot cars use a key with a transponder that is compatible with the immobiliser. This ensures that only the right key can turn the engine. If the chip inside the Peugeot key is damaged, it will not transmit the correct signal to the vehicle.

This is a frequent issue that is often caused by water damage. This is particularly common in colder climates, as the vehicle might have been exposed to snow or rain. If this is the case, you should seek out a reputable auto locksmith who will have all of the equipment and tools needed to reprogram the new key. They will also have all the latest technology and machinery needed to make a Peugeot smart key. The process shouldn't take longer than 15 minutes.

Contacts with the battery may be damaged.

Peugeot replaced the old transponder chips with a new model that is based on electronic components mounted on a circuit board. This new technology works great when it's brand new but as time passes, the circuit boards start to degrade and stop working correctly.

This can prevent the immobiliser from activating so your vehicle won't start. Contact a Peugeot specialist or a locksmith, if this is the situation.

A common issue is when the battery inside the key fob starts to fail. This causes the blade of the key to stop feeding into your lock. A locksmith in your car can replace the battery and cut a fresh blade for you, this is usually a simple fix.

Faulty Receiver Module

If your Peugeot key fob isn't working after dropping it on the floor, getting exposed to a sudden rain or accidently washing it the wrong way, it could be due to a defective receiver module. The receiver module is responsible for transmitting radio signals to the onboard computer which controls the central locking system of your Peugeot vehicle.

The rubber seals on the key fob block water from reaching the electronic chip. Water can damage the chip when it is exposed to water for long periods of time. Submerging the key fob into sea water at the beach or throwing it into the pool can be particularly damaging due to the high salt content.

If your Peugeot spare key fob doesn't work, you'll need to have the module replaced. This should be done by an Peugeot specialist or a professional auto locksmith. As opposed to other cars, Peugeot keys are protected by an unique immobilizer system that requires the right coding in order to start the engine. It is for this reason that you should only rely on the Peugeot locksmith to create and program a replacement.

Computer on board is not working properly

The computer on board in your Peugeot is responsible for many of the systems in your car, from power windows to airbags. The computer on board will display an error code when something goes wrong. The code is stored within the system and stays there until the problem is solved. This could mean that the on-board computers to be replaced.

The most frequent cause for the warning light for the airbag to flash is corrosion or loose connections within the sensor. This can be caused by wear and tear, aging or exposure to moisture and salt. This issue should be addressed as soon you can, since an airbag malfunctioning could pose danger in the event of an accident.

If you find the error "card not found" on your Peugeot, the key battery inside the key fob might be weak or dead. This prevents the key fob from transmitting a signal that will disable the standard immobilizer in your vehicle. You can test this by pressing the unlock button on the key fob and then attempting to start your vehicle. If this fails the battery on the key has to be replaced.