New Key For Peugeot 207

Peugeot 207 is one of the most popular automobiles on the road. It's a small car that has a lot of character and design.

As time passes they may develop some issues. If not addressed quickly they can become quite grave.

It can be expensive and difficult to replace the car key, especially if it has been stolen.

Lost Keys

Peugeot is a brand of cars which is renowned for its high-quality cars. These cars have a sturdy security system that stops the use of the vehicle by anyone who is not authorized. The system uses a transponder that is encrypted by a unique code. This allows the immobilizer identify the correct key and start the engine. This makes it difficult for thieves to make use of stolen peugeot 307 key replacement keys.

A professional auto locksmith will be in a position to assist you should you lose your car keys. They will come to your location and cut you a spare car key. They can also program the new key to work with your Peugeot's immobilizer and lock barrels. This is a less expensive option than visiting the dealer.

The process of getting an additional Peugeot key is quite simple for most models (except for the 107, 108, and Bipper). But, you'll need to know the PIN code of your vehicle to discover a new key. This can be a pain, especially if there is an extremely short time to wait for a locksmith.

Transponder Fault

The immobilizer on your Peugeot 207 verifies the key you used to start the vehicle is the correct one. This is done by sending a signal via an antenna from the microchip in your key to the ignition. This is a security function designed to stop your car from being taken.

The warning light will either flash or glow on the console if the immobilizer receives an incorrect code from the one it's expecting. This indicates there is an issue and you might need to take your car to a Peugeot dealer to have it reset and the keys be reprogrammed.

If you take your key to a garage who offers this service, they will scan it and determine if the transponder is defective. They can do this for no cost and will inform you whether the chip is working properly or if it is a problem elsewhere in the system stopping your Peugeot from getting started.

There's usually no need to be concerned unless you accidentally swapped the original Peugeot keycase for a different one (and lost the transponder), or if you damaged your key when it got wet. The most frequent immobilizer problems result from a weak battery, a damaged key antenna, or an electronic malfunction in the engine and module computer.

Key Blade Wobble

Peugeot decided to experiment with something different in the beginning of 2000's. In the beginning of 2000, Peugeot introduced a flip-key design instead of the more reliable transponder chip encased in carbon. Unfortunately, the new design presented numerous issues and one of the principal ones is the key blade wobble. This issue occurs when the blade on a key wears away, which is the part of the key which goes into the lock. The silver button inside the lock stops turning the mechanism and the key will no longer be able to enter the lock.

Fortunately, this is a simple issue to fix using a new key blade, cut according to. It is essential that the blade is copied from your old worn out key, not a generic replacement as this won't give you a precise shape and will continue to wear exactly in the same way as the original key did. Your local Car Key Man auto-locksmith can provide you with a brand new blade to resolve this problem.

Key Blade Damage

Quite often, the blade of the key is damaged, or more accurately the'mouth' of the key begins to wear out. If the key is not removed quickly, it will get stuck in the lock. This can lead to the dreaded "Immobiliser fault" on your dashboard. There are a variety of fairy tales on how to fix this problem, but the truth is that a new key blade is required.

It is a comparatively cheap task that can be completed by your local Car Key Man Auto Locksmith. They will simply need to cut a brand new blade and attach it to your Peugeot 207 key.

A good Peugeot flip key will last about five years before tiny hairline cracks start to appear on the circuit board that generates the transponder chip's signal. These cracks won't affect the chip but they do cause other issues with your Peugeot key.

One of the biggest problems with these Peugeot keys is that the flip mechanism, which keeps the blade in place isn't very effective. This is particularly in the Peugeot Partner, Peugeot 107 and Peugeot 407 ranges. This is due to the fact that the key's "flip mechanism" has changed from the previous model carbon-encased chips. This change has brought about four major issues, all of which can stop your Peugeot key from activating your car.