Peugeot 307 Key Replacement
Peugeots make use of an electronic key similar to a transponder to unlock and start the vehicle. The loss of this key is an incredibly stressful situation for most car owners. A professional locksmith can give you a spare within the shortest time.
A professional auto locksmith will program your new key so that it works with the lock barrels you have already installed. They can also repair the remote if the one you have has been damaged or lost.
Keys Lost or Stolen
Most Peugeot models made from 1995 onwards are equipped with an immobiliser. The system is based on a tiny chip of glass that is hidden inside the key that works in combination with the immobiliser. The system is encrypted with complex code that cannot be overridden and it will only allow the engine to start if it recognizes the correct chip. If the immobiliser recognizes the incorrect chip, it will cut off the fuel supply to the engine and stop it from turning.
If your Peugeot key is stolen, lost or damaged, it is extremely annoying and difficult to be without a functioning vehicle. This is especially true in the event that you share driving your Peugeot with a group of people and all of them require their own set of keys. A professional car locksmith will make a replacement key on the spot, so that you don't get stuck. This is usually a faster and less expensive option than taking your vehicle to a dealer.
The locksmith for your car needs to know the VIN number of your Peugeot in order to make a new one. This is how they identify your specific 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 able 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 durable that you could essentially drop them off an cliff and they'd function, but nowadays they're so fragile that even dropping them on the floor could cause the key switches inside will break. When this happens, a new key will be required or at the most, a replacement case.
A professional mobile locksmith can create a replacement 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 find an Peugeot dealer to do this.
The plastic used in a Peugeot Flip key is so thin that you can almost see right through it. This is a weak point 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 movement. As time passes, this will begin to wear down the buttons. If prolonged and the entire switch mechanism inside will fail. Fortunately, this is a common issue with Peugeot keys and one that can be quickly fixed by an mobile locksmith. A replacement key can be made and the immobiliser chip transferred over within a matter of minutes, without the hassle of having your car into a garage.
Damaged Keys
Peugeot have a habit of using really delicate plastic on their flip keys. peugeot key fob look like they could be made of Pavlova or Balsa wood, and if you have one that's dropped on a rough surface or thrown against something, it's unlikely to be a great thing. The button will likely get crushed and the electronic switch underneath will likely break off.
The "virtual chip" inside the Peugeot flip key is actually very complex and has many components on a circuit board. This, combined with the fragility of a thin plastic design means that it's pretty easy for a Peugeot flip key to be damaged, especially when it's dropped, knocked or thrown around.
If this happens it is time to call the help of a Peugeot specialist locksmith to replace the car key and program it to work with the immobiliser of your Peugeot. Dealerships can do this, but they'll have to charge you for the privilege of having your Peugeot transported to them and take a long time making and programming the new key. A reliable mobile locksmith will have all the tools needed to complete the task quickly and at a lesser cost. They can also assist you with any other Peugeot key or lock-related issues you might have.
Immobiliser Fault
The immobiliser system in your car is among its most essential features since it prevents it from being stolen or wired by thieves. If there's a problem with the system however, you'll encounter issues locking or starting your vehicle. Luckily, this can be fixed very quickly and easily by a locksmith.
This happens when your key fob isn't transmitting the correct codes to the immobiliser system. This is the situation if you attempt to unlock your car using your key fob, but it does not work. This is also the case if you attempt to start your car but it won't turn over.
A professional can inspect the wiring and CAN network to determine whether there is a problem with the immobiliser system. They can also check the transponder and immobiliser chip in the key fob.
It is easy to tell if your immobiliser is faulty because the warning light will flash on your dashboard. If the immobiliser has a problem, it will normally stay on for about a minute before going off. You may also notice that your vehicle is having trouble locking or unlocking, or you are having trouble starting it. If this is the case, seek out a professional immediately.