Peugeot 307 Key Replacement

Peugeots use a special transponder key to unlock the vehicle and allow it to start. It is a nightmare scenario for most car owners. A professional locksmith can provide you a replacement in the shortest amount of time.

An expert auto locksmith can program your new key to work with your existing lock barrels. They can also replace your remote if it's been damaged or is lost.

Keys stolen or lost

The majority of Peugeot models manufactured after 1995 come with an immobiliser. The system is based on a small chip of glass that is hidden inside the key which works in conjunction with the immobiliser box. The system is protected by a complex code which cannot be altered. It will only start the engine if it detects the correct chip. If the immobiliser recognizes the incorrect chip, it will cut off the fuel supply to the engine and stop it from turning.

If your Peugeot key is stolen, lost, or damaged it can be very frustrating and annoying not having an automobile that functions. This is particularly so in the event that you share the driving privileges of your Peugeot with others and all of them require their own keys. The use of a professional car locksmith will ensure that you're not stranded because they can design a replacement key according to your specifications immediately. This is usually a quicker and less expensive option than having to take your car to the dealer.

To make an entirely new key for your Peugeot the locksmith for your car will require access to your vehicle's VIN as this is used to identify the specific Peugeot model. The car locksmith will then be able to transfer the transponder from your old key to the new one. They will then be able to program the key to work with your Peugeot immobiliser. Then you can get the new keys.

Broken Keys

Peugeots used to be strong enough that you could even drop them off a mountain and they'd still work. But these days they are fragile enough that they may break if they are dropped on the ground. If this happens it will be necessary to replace the key. be required, or at minimum, a new case.

A professional mobile locksmith can create a replacement peugeot 208 key replacement car key quickly and efficiently. As the owner of a dealership-standard set of key cutting and programming tools, an auto locksmith can visit you and cut new keys for your Peugeot far more quickly than it would take to get an Peugeot dealer to do this.

The plastic used in a Peugeot Flip key is so thin that you can see right through it. This is a weak point in the design as well as the fact that the key is designed to flip back and forth, means it is subjected to a lot of movement. Over time this will start to wear down the buttons, and if it is left for too long it will eventually cause the entire switch mechanism inside will fail. This is a common issue with Peugeot keys, and it can be quickly fixed by a mobile locksmith. A replacement key can be created and the immobiliser chip replaced within a matter of minutes, avoiding the hassle of having your car towed to a garage.

Keys that are damaged Keys

Peugeot flip keys are made from a plastic that is extremely delicate. The plastic appears like it is made of Pavlova or Balsa. If you drop one on a hard surface, the button is likely to be crushed and the electronic switching underneath will break.

The "virtual chip" that is inside the Peugeot flip key is complex and consists of many components on a circuit board. The fragility of the thin plastic design, combined with all of this makes it very easy for an Peugeot key to become damaged especially if it is dropped, knocked or thrown.

If this happens it is possible that a Peugeot locksmith expert can replace the key and program it to ensure that it works in sync with the immobiliser on your Peugeot. Dealerships will perform this for you however they'll have to pay to transport your Peugeot there and spend the time programming and creating your new key. A reputable mobile locksmith will have the dealer-grade equipment to do this for you on the spot and much more cheaply as well! You can also seek assistance with any other Peugeot keys or locks issues.

Immobiliser Fault

The immobiliser system that you have in your car is among the most important features, as it stops your car from being stolen or wired. If there's a problem with your system, however, you will experience problems starting or locking your vehicle. Fortunately, this issue can be fixed very quickly and easily by a locksmith.

The issue arises when your key fob will not send the proper codes to the immobiliser's system. If you're not able to unlock your vehicle with your key fob and it doesn't work, that's the reason. If you attempt to start the car, but it won't turn on it is also a problem.

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

The warning light on the dashboard can flash if there's an issue with the immobiliser. If the immobiliser is at issue, it will typically stay on for 1-2 seconds before going off. There are other indicators, for instance difficulty locking or unlocking your vehicle, and difficulties getting it to start. If this is the case, contact a specialist straight away.