Peugeot 307 Key Replacement

Peugeots use a special transponder key to unlock the car and to start it. The loss of this key could be a nightmare for many car owners. A skilled locksmith can get you a replacement key in the shortest amount of time.

An expert auto locksmith can program your new key to work with your current lock barrels. They can also replace the remote if the one you have was damaged or lost.

Keys stolen or lost

Most Peugeot models made after 1995 come with an immobiliser. The system is based on a small chip of glass that is hidden inside the key that works in combination with the immobiliser box. The system is protected by an intricate code that cannot be reprogrammed and will only allow the engine to start when it recognises the correct chip. If the immobiliser detects the wrong chip, it will shut off the fuel supply to the engine and block it from turning.

If your Peugeot key is stolen, lost, or damaged it can be a hassle and annoying not having an automobile that functions. This is especially the case if you have to share your Peugeot with a friend 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 won't be left without a key. This is usually a faster and less expensive option than taking your car to the dealer.

To create a new key to your Peugeot the locksmith for your car will need to have access to your vehicle's VIN number as this is used to identify your particular Peugeot model. They will then be in a position to transfer the transponder chip that was on your old key to the new one. They will then be capable of programming the new key to ensure it will work with your Peugeot immobiliser after which they will hand over the new keys to you.

Broken Keys

Peugeots used to be so sturdy that you could even drop them off on a mountain and still work. However, nowadays, they are so fragile that they will break if they are dropped on the ground. When this happens, a new key will be required, or at minimum, a replacement case.

A replacement Peugeot car key is easily made by an experienced mobile locksmith. As the owner of a dealership standard set of key cutting and programming tools, an auto locksmith will visit you and create new keys for your Peugeot and much faster than it takes a Peugeot dealer to do so.

A Peugeot Flip car key contains a very thin piece of plastic, so thin that it is almost impossible to see 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. In time, this will begin 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 common issue with Peugeot keys, and it can be quickly fixed by a mobile lock technician. A replacement key can be created and the immobiliser chip is transferred in a matter of minutes, avoiding the headache of having to have your car into a garage.

Damaged Keys

Peugeot flip keys are made of a plastic that is extremely delicate. The plastic appears like it could be made from Pavlova or Balsa. If you drop the key on a hard surface, the button will get crushed and the electronic switching beneath will snap off.

The "virtual chip" that is inside the Peugeot flip key is actually complex and consists of many components on a circuit board. This, combined with the brittleness of a plastic-like design means it's fairly easy for to cause a peugeot boxer replacement key flip key to get damaged, especially when it's dropped, knocked or thrown around.

In this case, you need the help of a Peugeot professional car locksmith to replace the car key and program it to work with the immobiliser inside your Peugeot 107 Spare Key. Dealerships are able to do this, but they'll charge for the privilege of having your Peugeot towing there, and then take a long time making and programming the new key. A reputable mobile locksmith will have the dealer-standard equipment to make this happen immediately, and at a much lower cost and efficiently! They can also assist you with any other peugeot key code lock or key related issues you may face.

Immobiliser Fault

The immobiliser system in your car is one of the most important features, as it prevents your vehicle from being stolen or wired. It is possible that you have difficulty locking or starting your vehicle if there's an issue. Luckily, this can be fixed very quickly and easily by a locksmith.

This issue occurs when your key fob isn't sending the correct codes to the immobiliser system. If you're not able to unlock your vehicle with your key fob and it does not work, this is the issue. It's the same when you attempt to start your car however, it won't spin.

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

You will be able to tell if your immobiliser is defective by the warning light that will flash on your dashboard. It will normally stay for a few seconds, and then go off if the immobiliser system has a problem. You may also notice other indicators, for instance difficulty locking or unlocking your vehicle or difficulties getting it to start. If this is the case, you should contact a specialist straight away.