Peugeot 307 Key Replacement

Peugeots use an electronic key that's similar to a transponder that allows you to unlock and start the car. The loss of this key could be a nightmare for a lot of car owners. A locksmith with the right skills can provide you with the 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 repair a remote if the original has been damaged or lost.

Keys Stolen or Lost

Most peugeot 207 car key replacement models made from 1995 onwards are equipped with an immobiliser. The system is based on a small chip of glass concealed in the key which works in combination with the immobiliser. The system is encrypted by an intricate code that can't be overridden and it will only allow the engine to start if it is able to recognize the correct chip. If the immobiliser detects the wrong chip, it will cut the fuel supply to the engine and prevent it from turning.

If your Peugeot key is stolen, lost, or damaged It can be extremely frustrating and unsettling not to have a vehicle that is functional. This is especially true if you have to share your Peugeot with others and each person requires their own set of keys. A professional car locksmith can create a new key on the spot, ensuring that you don't get stuck. In most cases, this is a quicker and less expensive alternative to taking your car back to the dealer.

To create a new key to your Peugeot the locksmith for your car will require access to your vehicle's VIN number because this is used to identify the particular Peugeot model. They will then be in a position to transfer your transponder chip of your old key to the new one. They will then be in a position to program the new key to ensure it is compatible with your Peugeot immobiliser and at that point, they will hand over the new keys to you.

Broken Keys

Peugeots were once so robust that you could essentially drop them off the edge of a cliff and they'd work, but these days they're so fragile that being dropped onto the floor could mean that the key switches inside will break. When this happens it's likely that a new key would be needed or at the minimum, a new case.

A replacement Peugeot car key can be easily made by a professional mobile locksmith. An auto locksmith who owns tools that are used by peugeot key code dealers can make you keys much more quickly than a Peugeot dealer.

The plastic used in the peugeot 207 key Programming Flip key is so thin that it is almost impossible to see through it. This is a weakness in the design and the fact it is designed to flip back and forth means that the key is subjected a considerable amount of motion. As time passes, this will begin to wear down the buttons. If prolonged, eventually the whole switch mechanism inside will fail. This is a common issue with peugeot boxer key keys and can be easily resolved by a mobile locksmith. In a matter minutes an alternative key can be made and the chips for immobilisation transferred. This will spare you the hassle of having to take your car to a garage.

Damaged Keys

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

The "virtual chip" inside a Peugeot flip key is actually extremely complex and has a number of components on the circuit board. The fragility of the plastic design, in combination with all this makes it easy for a Peugeot key to become damaged, especially when it is dropped, knocked, or thrown.

In this case it's time to contact a Peugeot specialist locksmith to repair the car key and program it to work in sync with the immobiliser on your Peugeot. Dealerships are able to do this, but they'll need to charge you for the privilege of having your Peugeot towing there, and then take a long time making and programming the new key. A reputable mobile car locksmith will have the dealer-grade equipment to complete the task on the spot, and more affordable too! You can also seek assistance with any other Peugeot keys or locks problems.

Immobiliser Fault

The immobiliser in your car is one of the most crucial features, as it helps to prevent your vehicle from being stolen or hotwired. If there's a glitch in the system however, you'll be unable to start or lock your vehicle. Locksmiths can fix this issue quickly and effectively.

The issue arises when the key fob you have not send the proper codes to the system of immobiliser. This is the case if you attempt to unlock your car using your key fob, but it doesn't work. The same is true if you attempt to start your car but it doesn't turn over.

A specialist can check the wiring and CAN network to see whether there is a problem with the immobiliser system. They can also inspect the transponder chip and immobiliser inside the key fob.

The dashboard warning light will often blink if there's an issue with your ignition. If the immobiliser is at fault, it will usually stay on for 1-2 seconds before it goes off. You might also notice other signs, such as difficulties locking or unlocking your vehicle, and difficulty getting it to start. If this is the case, you should seek out a professional immediately.