Peugeot 307 Key Replacement

Peugeots have a special transponder style key to unlock the vehicle and allow it to start. It is a nightmare for the majority of car owners. A locksmith with the right knowledge can give you a spare key in no time.

An expert auto locksmith can program your new key to be compatible with your existing lock barrels. They can also repair remotes if the original is damaged or lost.

Keys stolen or lost

The majority of Peugeot models manufactured after 1995 will have an immobiliser system. They are based on tiny glass chips that are hidden within the key that works in conjunction with the car's immobiliser box. The system is encrypted with an intricate code that cannot be overridden. It will only start the engine if it detects the correct chip. If the immobiliser is able to detect the incorrect chip, it will cut the fuel supply to the engine and block it from turning.

In the event that your Peugeot key is stolen, lost or damaged, it can be very frustrating and inconvenient to not have a functioning vehicle. This is especially true if you share the driving of your Peugeot with a group of people and each one requires a separate set of keys. A professional locksmith for your car will ensure that you're not left stranded as they can make a replacement key that meets your requirements immediately. This is usually a quicker and less expensive alternative than taking your car to the dealer.

The locksmith for your car must know the VIN number of your Peugeot to make a new one. This is how they identify your particular Peugeot model. The locksmith in your car will be able to transfer the transponder of your old key to the new one. They will then be able to program the key to work with your peugeot key fob immobiliser. Then you can get the new keys.

Broken Keys

Peugeots were once so sturdy that you could drop them off on a mountain and still work. But these days, they are so fragile that they will break if dropped on the ground. In the event of this happening, a new key will be needed or at the minimum, a new case.

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

A Peugeot Flip car key contains an extremely thin piece of plastic, so thin it is almost impossible to see through it. This is a flaw in the design, and the fact that the key is designed to be 'flipped' back and forth means that it is exposed to a lot of movement. Over time, this is going to start to wear down the buttons and if left for too long, eventually the whole switch mechanism inside will fail. This is a frequent issue with Peugeot keys, and it can be easily fixed by a mobile lock technician. In just a few moments the replacement key can be made and the chips for immobilisation transferred. This will spare you the hassle of taking your vehicle to a garage.

Damaged Keys

Peugeot flip keys are made of a very delicate plastic. The plastic appears as if it could be made from Pavlova or Balsa. If you drop one on a hard, solid surface, the button is likely to be crushed and the electronic switch underneath could break off.

The 'virtual chips' in the Peugeot flip-key actually are quite complicated, with many parts on a board. The fragility of the thin plastic design, in combination with the other components makes it easy for an Peugeot key to be damaged especially if it is dropped, knocked, or thrown.

If this happens you'll need to find a Peugeot professional car locksmith to replace the car key and program it to work with the immobiliser of your Peugeot. Dealerships can do this, however they'll have to charge you for the privilege of having your Peugeot towing there, and then take a long time making and programming your new key. A reputable mobile locksmith will have all the equipment required to do this immediately and at a lesser cost. You can also get assistance with any other Peugeot keys or locks problems.

Immobiliser Fault

The immobiliser system in your car is among the most important features as it protects your vehicle from being stolen or wired. You might have issues locking or starting your car when there is an issue. A locksmith can fix this problem quickly and easily.

This problem occurs when the key fob you have not send the proper codes to the immobiliser's system. If you're not able to unlock your car using your key fob, and it fails to work, that's the reason. The same is true if you try to start your car, but it doesn't start.

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

The dashboard warning light will often flash if there's an issue with your ignition. If the immobiliser is at problem, it will normally remain on for a couple of seconds before going off. You may also notice other indicators, for instance difficulties locking or unlocking your vehicle or problems getting it to start. If this is the case, you should seek help from a professional right away.