Peugeot 307 Key Replacement
Peugeots have a special transponder-type key that allows you to unlock the vehicle and to start it. The loss of this key could be a major issue for car owners. A locksmith with the right knowledge can provide you with a spare key in no time.
A professional auto locksmith will be able to program your new key to be compatible with your existing lock barrels. They can also repair a remote if the original is damaged or lost.
Keys that were stolen or lost are not found
Most Peugeot models after 1995 will be equipped with an immobiliser system. The system is based on a small chip of glass hidden in the key which works in conjunction with the immobiliser. The system is secured by an intricate code that cannot be changed. It will only start the engine if it detects the correct chip. If the immobiliser senses that there is a wrong chip, 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 inconvenient to be without a functioning vehicle. This is particularly so when you share the driving privileges of your Peugeot with a group of people and all require their own keys. A professional locksmith can create a new key right on the spot, ensuring you're not left in a bind. Most of the time, this will be a much faster and less expensive alternative to returning your car to the dealer.
The car locksmith needs to know the VIN number of your Peugeot to create a new one. This is how they identify your specific Peugeot model. They will then be in a position to transfer your transponder chip of your old key into the new one. They will then be in a position to program the new key so that it will work with your Peugeot immobiliser after which they will be able to hand over the new keys to you.
Broken Keys
Peugeots were once so robust that you could practically drop them off on a cliff, and they'd function, but nowadays they're so delicate that even being dropped onto the floor could result in the key switches inside will break. A new key or, at the very minimum, an additional case will be needed if this happens.
A mobile locksmith who is experienced can make a new 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 make new keys for your Peugeot in much less time than it takes to get a Peugeot dealer to do it.
A Peugeot Flip car key is an extremely thin piece plastic, so thin that you can almost see through it. This is a weakness in the design. The fact that the key is designed to be 'flipped around and back, which makes it subject to a lot of movement. As time passes, this will wear down the buttons. If not taken peugeot key fob not working of, the entire switch mechanism will eventually fail. Thankfully it is a typical issue with Peugeot keys and can be fixed quickly by an mobile locksmith. In a matter of seconds the replacement key can be made and the immobiliser chips re-configured. This will save you the hassle of taking your car to a garage.
Damaged Keys
Peugeot have a habit of making use of extremely delicate plastic for their flip keys. The plastic appears like it's made of Pavlova or Balsa. If you drop the key on a hard surface the button will be crushed and the electronic switch beneath will snap off.
The 'virtual chips' that make up a Peugeot flip-key are actually very complex, with numerous components on a board. The fragility of the thin plastic design, when combined with all this, makes it easy for a Peugeot key to be damaged, especially when it is dropped, knocked, or thrown.
If this happens the Peugeot specialist locksmith can replace the key and program it so that it works in sync with your vehicle's immobiliser. Dealerships can do this, but they'll charge for the privilege of having your Peugeot towed there and then spend a lot of time creating and programming the new key. A reliable mobile locksmith will have all the equipment needed to complete the task quickly and at a lower cost. They can also assist you with any other Peugeot key or lock related issues you might have.
Immobiliser Fault
The immobiliser in your car is among the most important features, as it protects your vehicle from being stolen or wired. If there's a problem with the system however, you'll be unable to start or lock your vehicle. Fortunately, this issue can be fixed very quickly and easily by a locksmith.
This issue occurs when your key fob doesn't send the correct codes to the immobiliser system. This is the case if you try to unlock your car with your key fob, but it doesn't work. If you attempt to start the car, but it doesn't work it's the same.
A specialist can check wiring and the CAN network to determine if there's an issue with the immobiliser system. They can also examine the immobiliser and transponder chip within the key fob.
The warning light on the dashboard will usually illuminate if there is an issue with the immobiliser. It is usually for a few seconds, and then go off if your immobiliser is malfunctioning. You may also notice other indicators, like difficulty locking or unlocking your vehicle and difficulty getting it to start. If this is the case, seek help from a professional right away.