Peugeot 307 Key Replacement

Peugeots have a special transponder key to unlock the vehicle and to start it. The loss of this key is a nightmare scenario for most car owners. A locksmith with the right experience can give you a spare key in no time.

A professional auto locksmith can program your new key to be compatible with your existing lock barrels. They can also replace your remote if it's been damaged or lost.

Keys that were stolen or lost are not found

The majority of Peugeot models manufactured after 1995 will be fitted with an immobiliser system. The system is based on a tiny chip of glass concealed in the key that functions in conjunction with the immobiliser. The system is protected by a complex code which cannot be overridden. It will only start the engine if it can identify the correct chip. If the immobiliser detects there is a wrong chip, it will shut off the fuel supply and will not turn over.

In the event that your Peugeot key has been stolen, lost or damaged it can be extremely stressful and frustrating to not have a functioning vehicle. This is particularly so in the event that you share the driving duties of your Peugeot with a number of other people, and each one requires a separate set of keys. Utilizing a professional locksmith will ensure that you are not left stranded as they can design a new key to your specifications immediately. In most cases, this is a faster and cheaper alternative to returning 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 number as it is used to identify your particular Peugeot model. They will then be in a position to transfer your transponder chip of your old key to the new one. Then, they can program the key to work with your Peugeot immobiliser. Once that is done you will be able to receive the new keys.

Broken Keys

Peugeots were once so sturdy that you could essentially drop them off an cliff and they'd work, but now they're so fragile that even being dropped onto the floor could cause the key switches inside will fail. If this happens it's likely that a new key would be required or, at the minimum, a replacement case.

A professional mobile locksmith can create a replacement Peugeot car key quickly and efficiently. As the owner of a dealership-standard set of key cutting and programming tools an auto locksmith will visit you and make new keys for your Peugeot in much less time than it takes to get an Peugeot dealer to do so.

The plastic used in the 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 exposed to a large amount of movement. Over time this will start to wear down the buttons. If it is left for too long and the entire switch mechanism inside will fail. Thankfully it is a typical issue with Peugeot keys and one that can be quickly fixed by a mobile locksmith. A replacement key can be created and the immobiliser chip can be transferred within a matter of minutes, without the hassle of having your car towed to a garage.

Keys that are damaged Keys

Peugeot have a habit of using extremely delicate plastic on their flip keys. The plastic appears as if 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 switch beneath will snap off.

The "virtual chip" that is inside the Peugeot flip key is actually complex and consists of many components on a circuit board. All of that combined with the brittleness of a plastic-like design makes it quite easy for a peugeot 208 key replacement flip key to be damaged, particularly when it's damaged by being dropped, knocked down or thrown around.

In this case it's time to contact the help of a Peugeot professional car locksmith to replace the car key and program it to work 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 trustworthy mobile locksmith will have all the equipment required to do this on the spot and at a lesser cost. They can also assist you with any other peugeot car key replacement key or lock related issues that you may have.

Immobiliser Fault

The immobiliser feature in your car is among its most important features as it protects it from being stolen or hotwired by thieves. If there's a glitch in the system, however, you will be unable to start or lock your vehicle. Locksmiths can fix this problem quickly and easily.

This fault happens when the key fob doesn't send the correct codes to the immobiliser system. It will be apparent that this is the situation if you try to unlock your car with your key fob, but it does not work. This is also the case if you try to start your car, but it won't turn over.

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

It is easy to tell if the immobiliser in your vehicle is not working properly because the warning light will be visible on your dashboard. If the immobiliser is at defect, it is likely to stay on for about a minute before going off. You might also notice other signs, such as difficulties locking or unlocking your vehicle and issues getting it started. If this is the case, you should contact a specialist straight away.