Peugeot 307 Key Replacement
Peugeots use a special transponder-type key to unlock the car and start it. The loss of this key can be a major issue for car owners. A locksmith with the right expertise can provide you with the spare key in no time.
A professional auto locksmith will be able to program your new key to work with your existing lock barrels. They can also repair your remote if it's been damaged or is lost.
Keys that were stolen or lost are not found
Most Peugeot models made after 1995 will have an immobiliser system. These are based around tiny glass chips that are hidden within the key that works in sync with the car's immobiliser box. The system is secured by an intricate code that can't be changed. It will only start the engine if it recognizes the correct chip. If the immobiliser is able to detect the wrong chip, it will shut off the fuel supply to the engine and block it from turning over.
If your Peugeot key has been stolen, lost or damaged it can be extremely frustrating and annoying to not have a functioning vehicle. This is especially true if you share driving your Peugeot with a number of other people, and all require their own keys. Using a professional car locksmith will ensure that you're not left stranded as they can make a replacement key to your specifications right on the spot. Most of the time, this will be a much faster and less expensive option than returning your vehicle to the dealer.
To make a new key for your Peugeot the locksmith in your car will need to have access to your vehicle's VIN as this is used to identify the particular Peugeot model. The locksmith in your car will be in a position to transfer the transponder from your old key to the new one. They will then be in a position to program your new key to ensure it will work with your Peugeot immobiliser and they will be able to hand over the new keys to you.
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Broken Keys
Peugeots were once so tough that you could essentially drop them off an cliff and they'd work, but these days they're so fragile that even dropping them on the floor could cause the key switches inside will fail. A new key or at a minimum, a replacement case is needed if this happens.
A professional mobile locksmith can make a new Peugeot car key quickly and efficiently. As the owner of a dealership standard set of key cutting and programming tools, an auto locksmith will visit you and cut new keys for your Peugeot in much less time than it takes to get a Peugeot dealer to do this.
A Peugeot Flip car key is a very thin piece of plastic that is so thin you could almost see through it. This is a problem in the design, and the fact that the key is designed to be 'flipped back and forth, implies that it is subject to a lot of motion. In time, this will wear down the buttons. If left unattended, the switch mechanism will eventually fail. This is a common problem with Peugeot keys, and it can be quickly fixed by a mobile lock technician. A replacement key can be made and the immobiliser chip replaced in just a few minutes, which will save you the headache of having to have your car towed to garage.
Keys damaged Keys
Peugeot are known for using really delicate plastic on their flip keys. They appear to be made out of Pavlova or Balsa wood and if one that's dropped on a rough surface or thrown against something, it's not going be a pleasant experience - the button will likely get crushed, and the electronic switch underneath will probably break off.
The 'virtual chips' in a Peugeot flip-key are actually extremely complicated, with many parts on the board. All that coupled with the fragility of a lightweight plastic design makes it quite easy to cause the Peugeot flip key to get damaged, particularly if it gets hit, dropped or tossed around.
If this happens you'll need an Peugeot specialist locksmith to replace the car key and program it to work with the immobiliser inside your Peugeot. Dealerships are able to do this, but they'll charge you for the privilege of having your Peugeot taken to the dealership and spend a long time creating and programming your new key. A reputable mobile locksmith will have the dealer-standard equipment to complete the task on the spot and for a lower price and efficiently! They can also assist you with any other Peugeot lock or key related issues you may face.
Immobiliser Fault
Your car's immobiliser is one of its most important features as it protects it from being stolen or wired by thieves. There may be issues locking or starting your car if you have a problem. Locksmiths can resolve this problem quickly and easily.
This happens when your key fob will not send the correct codes to the immobiliser's system. You'll know this is the case if you attempt to unlock your car using your key fob, but it doesn't work. If you try to start the car but it doesn't work it is also a problem.
A specialist can check wiring and the CAN network to determine if there is a problem in the immobiliser system. They can also examine the immobiliser and transponder chip within your key fob.
The warning light on your dashboard will typically blink if there's a problem with your immobiliser. It's usually for about a minute and then go off if the immobiliser system has a problem. https://www.thekeylab.co.uk/peugeot-car-keys/ may also observe other signs, such as difficulties locking or unlocking your vehicle and issues getting it started. If this is the situation you should contact an expert immediately.
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