Peugeot 307 Key Replacement

Peugeots utilize an electronic key like a transponder used to unlock and start the vehicle. The loss of this key can be a major issue for car owners. A locksmith with the right skills can give you a spare key in no time.

A professional auto locksmith will be able to program your new key to work with your lock's existing barrels. They can also repair a remote if the original has been damaged or lost.

Keys stolen or lost

The majority of peugeot 308 key fob replacement models manufactured from 1995 onwards are equipped with an immobiliser. The system is based on a tiny chip of glass hidden in the key that functions in combination with the immobiliser box. The system is encrypted with a complex code which cannot be altered. It will only start the engine if it is able to recognize the correct chip. If the immobiliser senses that the wrong chip is present, it will cut off the fuel supply and not spin.

If your Peugeot key is stolen, lost, or damaged it can be very frustrating and unsettling not to have an auto that functions. This is particularly so in the event that you share the driving privileges of your Peugeot with a number of other people, and all require their own keys. A professional locksmith can make a replacement key right on the spot, ensuring that you're not left in a bind. In most cases, this is a quicker and cheaper alternative to returning your vehicle to the dealer.

The locksmith in your car must know the VIN number of your Peugeot in order to make a new one. This is how they will identify your particular Peugeot model. They will then be capable of transferring the transponder chip that was on your old key into the new one. They will then be able program the key to work with your Peugeot immobiliser. Once that is done you will receive new keys.

Broken Keys

Peugeots were once so durable that you could essentially drop them off the edge of a cliff and they'd work, but these days they're so delicate that even being dropped onto the floor Peugeot 307 Key replacement could cause the key switches inside will break. When this happens, a new key will be required or, at the very least, a replacement case.

A professional mobile locksmith can make a replacement peugeot car key replacement car key quickly and efficiently. An auto locksmith who owns the tools used by Peugeot dealers can create new keys in a shorter time than the Peugeot dealer.

The plastic used in a Peugeot Flip key is so thin that it is almost impossible to see through it. This is a weak point in the design, and the fact that the key is designed to be 'flipped around and back, which implies that it is subject to a lot of movement. Over time, this will wear out the buttons. If left unattended, the entire switch mechanism will eventually fail. Fortunately this is a very common issue with Peugeot keys and can be fixed quickly by a mobile locksmith. In a matter minutes, a replacement key will be created and the immobiliser chips transferred. This will take away the hassle of taking your vehicle to a garage.

Damaged Keys

Peugeot are known for making use of extremely delicate plastic for their flip keys. The plastic looks like it could be made from Pavlova or Balsa. If you drop one on a hard surface, the button could get crushed and the electronic switch underneath will break off.

The 'virtual chips' in a Peugeot flip-key are actually very complicated, with many parts on the board. The fragility of the thin plastic design, combined with all of this makes it easy to cause an Peugeot key to be damaged, especially when it is dropped, knocked or thrown.

If this happens it's time to contact the help of a Peugeot specialist locksmith to change the car key and program it to work in sync with the immobiliser inside your Peugeot. Dealerships will perform this for you however they'll have to pay to tow 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 lower cost. You can also seek help with any other Peugeot key or lock problems.

Immobiliser Fault

The immobiliser feature in your car is among its most important features as it helps to prevent it from being taken away or hotwired by thieves. You may have problems locking or starting your car if you have an issue. Locksmiths can resolve the issue quickly and easily.

This issue occurs when the key fob does not send the proper codes to the immobiliser system. You'll know this is the case if you try to unlock your car with your key fob, but it doesn't work. The same is true if you try to start your car, but it won't turn over.

A professional can examine the wiring and the CAN network to determine if there's an issue with the immobiliser system. They can also look at the transponder chip and immobiliser on the key fob.

You will be able to tell if your immobiliser is faulty by the warning light that will illuminate on your dashboard. If the immobiliser is at fault, it will usually stay on for 1-2 seconds before going off. You may also notice other indicators, for instance difficulties locking or unlocking your vehicle, and problems getting it to start. If this is the situation you need to contact an expert immediately.