Peugeot 307 Key Replacement

Peugeots make use of a transponder key to unlock the car and start it. Losing this key is a nightmare for the majority of car owners. A professional locksmith can give you a replacement key in the shortest amount of time.

A professional auto locksmith can program your new key for peugeot 207 key to work with your lock's existing barrels. They can also repair the remote if it was damaged or lost.

Keys Lost or Stolen

Most Peugeot models manufactured after 1995 will have an immobiliser system. The system is based on a tiny chip of glass that is hidden inside the key that functions in conjunction with the immobiliser box. The system is secured with a complex code that cannot be reprogrammed and will only allow the engine to start if it recognizes the correct chip. If the immobiliser detects there is a wrong chip, it will shut off the fuel supply and will not spin.

If your Peugeot key is stolen, lost or damaged, it can be very frustrating and inconvenient being without a functioning vehicle. This is especially true if must share your Peugeot with other people and each person requires their own set of keys. A professional locksmith for cars can create a new key right on the spot, ensuring you're not left in a bind. This is typically a faster and less expensive option than taking your vehicle to a dealer.

To create a new key for your Peugeot the car locksmith will need to have access to your vehicle's VIN since this is used to identify the particular Peugeot model. They will then be in a position to transfer the transponder chip from your old key to the new one. Then, they can program the key to work with your Peugeot immobiliser. At that point you will receive new keys.

Broken Keys

Peugeots were once so durable that you could essentially drop them off a cliff and they'd still work, but today they're so delicate that even dropping them on the floor could mean that the key switches inside will break. A new key or at the very least a replacement case will be required when this happens.

A mobile locksmith who is experienced 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 come out to you and create keys for your Peugeot far more quickly than it takes to get an Peugeot dealer to do so.

The plastic used in a Peugeot Flip key is so thin, you could almost 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 it is subjected to a lot of motion. As time passes, this will begin to wear down the buttons. If it is left for too long the whole switch mechanism inside will fail. Fortunately this is a frequent problem with peugeot 107 Key keys and one that can be solved quickly by an mobile locksmith. In a matter of minutes, a replacement key can be created and the immobiliser chip transferred. This will save you the hassle of taking your car to a garage.

Keys damaged Keys

Peugeot flip keys are made from a very delicate plastic. The plastic appears as if it could be made from Pavlova or Balsa. If you drop the key on a hard surface the button is likely to get crushed and the electronic switching beneath will snap off.

The "virtual chip" that is inside a Peugeot flip key is extremely complex and contains a lot of components on the circuit board. All that, when combined with the brittleness of a plastic construction means it's fairly easy to cause the Peugeot flip key to get damaged, particularly if it gets dropped, knocked or thrown around.

In this case, you need a Peugeot specialist locksmith to replace the car key and program it to work in sync with the immobiliser inside 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 spend a lot of time creating and programming your new key. A reputable mobile locksmith will have the dealer-grade equipment to do this for you immediately, and much more cheaply and efficiently! You can also get help with any other Peugeot lock or key related issues.

Immobiliser Fault

The immobiliser system in your car is one of the most important features as it stops your car from being stolen or hotwired. If there is a problem with the system, however, you will have issues starting or locking your vehicle. Luckily, this can be resolved quickly and easily by a locksmith.

This fault happens when your key fob isn't sending the correct codes to the immobiliser system. If you are unable to unlock your vehicle with your key fob and it doesn't function, this is the reason. If you try to start the car but it won't turn on it is also a problem.

A professional can look over wiring and the CAN network to determine if there is an issue with the immobiliser system. They can also check the transponder chip and immobiliser inside the key fob.

The dashboard warning light will often be lit if there is an issue with the immobiliser. If the immobiliser has a fault, it will usually remain on for about a second before turning off. You might also notice other indicators, like difficulty locking or unlocking your vehicle or Peugeot 107 Key problems getting it to start. If this is the case you must contact an expert immediately.