Peugeot 307 Key Replacement

Peugeots have a special transponder style key to unlock the car and to start it. The loss of this key could be a nightmare for many car owners. A locksmith with the right skills can provide you with spare keys in no time.

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

Keys Lost or Stolen

The majority of Peugeot models built after 1995 will come fitted with an immobiliser system. They are based on tiny glass chips that are hidden inside the key which works in sync with the car's immobiliser box. The system is encrypted by an intricate code that can't be reprogrammed and will only allow the engine to start when it can identify the correct chip. If the immobiliser detects the wrong chip is present, it will shut off the fuel supply and not turn over.

If your Peugeot key is stolen, lost or damaged it can be a hassle and frustrating not having an automobile that functions. This is especially true when you share driving your Peugeot with a number of other people, and all require their own keys. A professional car locksmith can make a replacement key right on the spot, so that you're not left in a bind. This is usually a faster and less expensive alternative than taking your vehicle to the dealer.

To make a new key to your Peugeot car, the locksmith in your car require access to your vehicle's VIN number because this is used to identify your specific Peugeot model. The locksmith in your car will be able to transfer the transponder from your previous key to the new one. Then, they can program the key to work with your Peugeot immobiliser. Then you will receive new keys.

Broken Keys

Peugeots used to be strong enough that you could drop them off the top of a mountain and they'd still work. However, these days, they are so fragile that they could break if they are dropped on the ground. A new key or at the very minimum, a new case will be needed if this happens.

A replacement Peugeot car key is easily made by a professional mobile locksmith. As the owner of a dealership-standard set of key cutting and programming tools, an auto locksmith will come out to you and create keys for your Peugeot in much less time than it takes a Peugeot dealer to do this.

A Peugeot Flip car key contains an extremely thin piece plastic that is so thin you can almost see through it. This is a problem in the design. The fact that the key is designed to flip' back and forth makes it subject to a lot of motion. Over time this will start to wear down the buttons, and if it is left for too long and the entire switch mechanism inside will fail. Thankfully it is a typical problem with Peugeot keys and can be quickly fixed by an mobile locksmith. A replacement key can be created and the immobiliser chip replaced in just a few minutes, without the hassle of having your car into a garage.

Damaged Keys

Peugeot flip keys are made of a very delicate plastic. They look like they could be made out of Pavlova or Balsa wood, and if you have one that is dropped on a hard surface or thrown into something it's not going to be a good thing - the button will likely get crushed and the switch beneath will probably break off.

The 'virtual chips' that make up a Peugeot flip-key are actually quite complex, with numerous components on the board. All of that combined with the brittleness of a thin plastic design means it's fairly easy to cause a Peugeot flip key to be damaged, particularly if it gets damaged by being dropped, knocked down or thrown around.

When this happens it is time to call to find a Peugeot professional car locksmith to replace the car key and program it to work in sync with the immobiliser inside your Peugeot. Dealerships will take care of this for you, but it'll cost them to transport your Peugeot there and then spend time programming and creating your new key. A trusted mobile locksmith will be equipped with all the tools needed to do this in a flash and at a significantly lower cost. You can also get assistance with any other peugeot 207 car key key or lock related problems.

Immobiliser Fault

Your car's immobiliser is among its most important features since it prevents it from being stolen or wired by thieves. If there is a problem with the system, however, you will be unable to start or lock your vehicle. Locksmiths can resolve this issue quickly and effectively.

This problem occurs when your key fob isn't sending the correct codes to the immobiliser system. If you're unable unlock your car with your key fob, and it doesn't work, it's the issue. It's the same when you try to start your car, but it won't turn over.

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

You can often tell if your immobiliser is defective because the warning light will appear on your dashboard. It's likely to stay on for a couple of seconds and then turn off if your immobiliser has a problem. It could also be that your vehicle is having trouble locking or unlocking, and you are having trouble getting it started. If this is the case you should contact a specialist immediately.