peugeot key cutting 307 Key Replacement

Peugeots use an electronic key that is like a transponder. It can unlock and start the vehicle. The loss of this key can be a nightmare scenario for most car owners. A locksmith with the right expertise can give you a spare key in no time.

A professional auto locksmith will program your new key so it can work with your existing lock barrels. They can also repair the remote if it has been damaged or lost.

Keys Lost or Stolen

Most Peugeot models built after 1995 have an immobiliser. It is based on a small glass chip concealed within the key that works in conjunction with the vehicle's immobiliser box. The system is encrypted by a complex code that cannot be overridden and it will only allow the engine to start when it can identify the correct chip. If the immobiliser senses that the wrong chip is in place, 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 being without a functioning vehicle. This is especially the case if you need to share your Peugeot with other people and everyone needs their own set of keys. A professional locksmith can create a new key on the spot, making sure that you don't get stuck. Most of the time, this will be a much faster and less expensive option than returning your vehicle to the dealer.

The locksmith for your car must know the VIN number of your Peugeot to create a new one. This is how they can identify your particular Peugeot model. The locksmith in your car will be able to transfer the transponder of your old key to the new one. They will then be in a position to program your new key so that it can work with your Peugeot immobiliser and at that point, they will hand over the new keys to you.

Broken Keys

Peugeots used to be so durable that you could even drop them off the top of a mountain and they'd still work. But these days they are so fragile that they will break if dropped on the ground. If this happens, a new key will be needed or at the most, a replacement case.

A replacement Peugeot car key can be easily made by a professional mobile locksmith. As the owner of a dealership-standard set of key cutting and programming tools an auto locksmith will visit you and make new keys for your Peugeot and much faster than it takes to find an Peugeot dealer to do it.

The plastic used in a Peugeot Flip key is so thin, you can see right through it. This is a weakness in the design, and the fact that the key is designed to be 'flipped back and forth, makes it subject to a lot of movement. Over time, this is going to start to wear down the buttons and if left for too long it will eventually cause the entire switch mechanism inside will fail. This is a frequent issue with Peugeot keys, and can be quickly fixed by a mobile locksmith. A replacement key can be made and the immobiliser chip replaced in just a few minutes, which will save you the stress of having your car taken into a garage.

Damaged Keys

peugeot 107 replacement key 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 to be a good thing - the button will likely get crushed and the electronic switch underneath will likely break off.

The 'virtual chip' inside a Peugeot flip key is actually very complex and has many components on the circuit board. All of that combined with the fragility of a plastic-like design makes it quite easy for to cause a Peugeot flip key to be damaged, especially when it's hit, dropped or tossed around.

In this case it's time to contact the help of a Peugeot specialist car locksmith to repair the car key and program it to work in sync with the immobiliser in your Peugeot. Dealerships are able to do this, but they'll have to charge you for the privilege of having your Peugeot towed there and then spend a lot of time creating and programming the new key. A reputable mobile locksmith will have all the equipment needed to complete the task immediately 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 the most important features, since it helps to prevent your vehicle from being stolen or wired. If there is a problem with the system, however, you will encounter issues locking or starting your vehicle. Luckily, this can be fixed very quickly and easily by a locksmith.

This issue occurs when the key fob isn't transmitting the correct codes to the immobiliser system. This is the situation if you attempt to unlock your car with your key fob, but it doesn't work. If you attempt to start your car, but it doesn't work it is also a problem.

A professional can look over wiring and the CAN network to determine if there's a problem in the immobiliser system. They can also look at the transponder chip and immobiliser within the key fob.

The warning light on the dashboard will usually flash if there's an issue with your immobiliser. It is usually on for 2-3 seconds and then go off if the immobiliser system has a problem. You may also observe other signs, such as difficulty locking or unlocking your vehicle and issues getting it started. If this is the situation you should contact a specialist immediately.