New Key For Peugeot 207

Peugeot 207 is one of the most adored automobiles on the road. It's a very small car with a lot of character and style.

Over time they could develop problems. These may be serious if not dealt with promptly.

Replacing keys for certain makes of car is a costly and stressful procedure, especially in the event that the vehicle was stolen.

Lost Keys

Peugeot is well-known for its top-quality automobiles. These cars have a sturdy security system that blocks any unauthorized use of the vehicle. The system uses an encrypted transponder with a unique code. This allows the immobilizer identify the proper key and then turn on the engine. This keeps thieves away from using stolen peugeot car key keys.

A professional auto locksmith is in a position to assist you should you lose your car keys. They can cut you a replacement car key at your address. They can also program the key to work with Peugeot's immobilizers as well as lock barrels. This is a less expensive option than visiting an dealer.

The process for getting a spare Peugeot key is relatively simple for most models (except for the 107 and 108 Bipper). You will however need to know the PIN code of your vehicle in order to get a new key. This can be a hassle particularly if you have an extremely short time to wait for a locksmith.

Transponder Fault

The immobilizer on your Peugeot 207 verifies the key you used to start your car is the right one. It does this by transmitting a signal from the microchip embedded in your key to the ignition switch using an antenna. This is a security feature that was designed to prevent your car from being stolen.

If the immobilizer control module receives a code from your key that is not identical to the one it is anticipating, it will either light the warning light on the console or flash quickly. This means that something is not right and you may need to surrender the vehicle at a Peugeot dealer, along with your registration card and identification document to have the system reset and the keys programmed.

If you take your keys to a garage offering this service, they can examine it and determine whether the transponder is not functioning properly. They are able to do this for free and inform you whether the chip is functioning properly or if there is a problem in the system stopping your Peugeot from getting started.

Unless you accidentally swapped your original Peugeot key case with another (and therefore lost the transponder chip) or damaged your key by getting it wet, there is usually nothing to be concerned about. The most common problems that affect the immobilizer system are due to a low battery in your key, a broken antenna, or electronic failure within the module and the engine computer.

Key Blade Wobble

Peugeot decided to experiment with something different in the early 2000's. Instead of the dependable kind of carbon encased transponder chips, they introduced the flip key design. The new design had its problems. One of the most severe is the key blade wobble. This issue occurs when the blade of a key wears out, 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 won't feed into the lock.

This can be easily corrected with a new blade cut to match. It is vital that the blade be copied from the worn-out key and not a generic one, because the latter will not provide you with the exact shape of your key and will continue to wear in the same manner. Your local Car Key Man auto-locksmith can provide you with a replacement blade to solve this frustrating problem.

Key Blade Damage

The key blade or, to be more precise, the'mouth' of the lock key can wear out. This can cause the key become stuck in the lock if it's not removed fast enough. This can cause the frequently-spread "Immobiliser fault" on your dashboard. There are many fairy-tales about how to fix the problem, but in reality a new blade is required.

It is a comparatively cheap task that can be performed by your local Car Key Man Auto Locksmith. They'll have to cut a new key blade and fit it onto your Peugeot 207.

A quality Peugeot flip key will last for around five years before tiny hairline cracks start to appear on the circuit board that generates the transponder chip's signal. These cracks do not affect the chip, but they can cause other problems with your Peugeot key.

The flip mechanism that keeps the blade in place isn't very reliable. This is particularly in the Peugeot Partner, Peugeot 107 and Peugeot 407 ranges. This is because the structure of this key 'flip' mechanism has changed from the old type, carbon-encased key. This has led to four major issues, all of which could prevent your peugeot key; Ongoing, from starting your car.