Peugeot 307 Key Replacement

Peugeots use a special transponder-type key to unlock the vehicle and then start it. The loss of this key can be a nightmare for the majority of car owners. A locksmith with the right experience can give you an extra key in a short time.

An expert auto locksmith will be able to program your new key to work with your existing lock barrels. They can also repair your remote if it has been damaged or is lost.

Keys lost or stolen

The majority of Peugeot models after 1995 will have an immobiliser system. The system is based on a small chip of glass that is concealed inside the key, which functions in conjunction with the immobiliser. The system is encrypted by a complex code that cannot be altered, and it will only allow the engine to start when it recognizes the correct chip. If the immobiliser detects the wrong chip is in place, it will cut off the fuel supply and not turn over.

If your Peugeot key is stolen, lost, or damaged It can be extremely frustrating and frustrating not having an auto that functions. This is especially true if you share the driving duties of your Peugeot with other people and each requires their own keys. Utilizing a professional locksmith will ensure that you are not in a position to be stranded as they can create a replacement key to your specifications in a matter of minutes. In the majority of cases, this will be a much quicker and less expensive option than returning your car to the dealer.

The locksmith for your car must know the VIN number of your Peugeot in order to make a new one. This is how they will identify your specific Peugeot model. They will then be in a position to transfer your transponder chip from your old key into the new one. They will then be able to program the key to work with your Peugeot immobiliser. Then you will be able to receive the new keys.

Broken Keys

Peugeots were once so robust that you could essentially drop them off on a cliff, and they'd work, but today they're so delicate that even being dropped on the floor could mean that the key switches inside will break. When this happens it's likely that a new key would be required or, at the very least, a replacement case.

A replacement Peugeot car key can be made easily by a professional mobile locksmith. An auto locksmith who owns a set of tools used by Peugeot dealers can create new keys in a shorter time than an Peugeot dealer.

The plastic used in a Peugeot Flip key is so thin, you could almost see through it. This is a weakness in the design, and the fact that it is designed to flip back and forth means that the key is subjected to a large amount of movement. As time passes, this will begin to wear down the buttons. If prolonged the whole switch mechanism inside will fail. This is a frequent issue with Peugeot keys, and it can be easily fixed by a mobile locksmith. A replacement key can be created and the immobiliser chip is transferred within a matter of minutes, which will save you the headache of having to have your car taken into garage.

Keys that are damaged Keys

Peugeot flip keys are made from a very delicate plastic. They appear to be made out of Pavlova or Balsa wood, and if you have one that's dropped on a rough surface or thrown into something, it won't be a good thing - the button is likely to be crushed and the electronic switch underneath will probably break off.

The 'virtual chips' in a Peugeot flip-key are actually quite complex, with numerous components on the board. This, combined with the brittleness of a thin plastic design makes it quite easy for a Peugeot flip key to be damaged, particularly when it's dropped, knocked or thrown around.

If this happens it is possible that a peugeot 207 key replacement specialist locksmith can change the key and program it so that it works with the immobiliser on your Peugeot. Dealerships are able to do this, but they'll charge you for the privilege of having your Peugeot taken to the dealership and spend a lot of time creating and programming your new key. A reliable mobile locksmith will have all the tools needed to do this immediately and at a much lower cost. They can also assist with any other Peugeot keys or lock issues that you may have.

Immobiliser Fault

The immobiliser feature in your car is one of the most crucial features, as it helps to prevent your vehicle from being stolen or wired. You may have problems locking or starting your car if there is a problem. Fortunately, this issue can be fixed very quickly and easily by locksmith.

This issue occurs when your key fob doesn't send the correct codes to the immobiliser system. It will be apparent that this is the case if you attempt to unlock your car with your key fob, but it does not work. It's the same if you attempt to start your car, but it doesn't start.

A professional can examine the wiring and CAN network to determine whether there is a problem with the immobiliser system. They can also test the immobiliser chip and transponder on your key fob.

The warning light on your dashboard will typically be lit if there is an issue with your immobiliser. If the immobiliser is at defect, it is likely to stay on for about a minute before going off. There are other indications, such as difficulties locking or unlocking your vehicle or difficulties getting it to start. If this is the case, contact a specialist straight away.