Peugeot 307 Key Replacement
Peugeots make use of an electronic key similar to a transponder to unlock and start the car. The loss of this key is a nightmare for the majority of car owners. A reputable locksmith can get you a replacement key in the shortest time.
A professional auto locksmith can program your new key so that it is compatible with the barrels of your current lock. They can also repair remotes if the original has been damaged or lost.
Keys that were stolen or lost are not found
Most Peugeot models built after 1995 are equipped with an immobiliser. It is based on tiny glass chips that are hidden inside the key which works in tandem with the car's immobiliser box. The system is encrypted with an intricate code that cannot be changed. It will only start the engine when it can identify the correct chip. If the immobiliser senses that the wrong chip is present, it will cut off the fuel supply and not turn over.
If your Peugeot key has been stolen, lost or damaged, it is extremely stressful and frustrating to be without a working vehicle. This is especially true when you share the driving privileges of your Peugeot with other people and all require their own keys. Using a professional car locksmith will ensure that you're not stranded since they can make a replacement key to your specifications immediately. This is usually a faster and less expensive alternative than taking your vehicle to a dealer.
The locksmith for your car needs to know the VIN number of your Peugeot to create a new one. This is how they can identify your particular Peugeot model. G28 Car Keys in your car will be in a position to transfer the transponder from your old key to the new one. Then, they can program the key to work with your Peugeot immobiliser. After that you will be able to receive the new keys.
Broken Keys
Peugeots used to be so robust that you could drop them off the top of a mountain and they'd still work. Nowadays they are so fragile that they could break if they are dropped on the ground. When this happens a new key will be required or at the minimum, a new case.
A mobile locksmith who is experienced 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 can visit you and create keys for your Peugeot in much less time than it takes to find an Peugeot dealer to do it.
A Peugeot Flip car key is a very thin piece of plastic, so thin you could almost see through it. This is a weakness in the design and the fact that it is designed to be flipped back and forth means that the key is exposed to a large amount of movement. As time passes, this will begin to wear down the buttons, and if left 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 fixed quickly by a mobile lock technician. A replacement key can be created and the immobiliser chip can be transferred in a matter of minutes, avoiding the hassle of having to get your car towed to garage.
Keys that are damaged Keys
Peugeot are known for making use of extremely delicate plastic for their flip keys. They look like they could be made out of Pavlova or Balsa wood, and if you have one that is dropped on a hard surface or thrown against something, it won't be a good thing - the button is likely to be crushed, and the electronic switch underneath is likely to snap off.
The "virtual" chip inside the Peugeot flip key is actually complex and consists of many components that are on a circuit board. All that coupled with the brittleness of a plastic construction means it's fairly easy to cause a Peugeot flip key to get damaged, particularly when it's hit, dropped or tossed around.
When this happens you'll need a Peugeot specialist car locksmith to replace your car key and program it to work with the immobiliser on your Peugeot. Dealerships will perform this for you however it will cost them to take your Peugeot there and then spend time programming and creating your new key. A reputable mobile locksmith will have all the tools needed to complete the task immediately and at a significantly lower cost. They will also be able to assist you with any other Peugeot lock or key related issues that you may have.
Immobiliser Fault
Your car's immobiliser system is one of its most important features since it protects it from being taken away or wired by thieves. If there's a glitch in the system however, you'll encounter issues locking or starting your vehicle. Luckily, this can be resolved quickly and easily by locksmith.
This problem occurs when the key fob does not send the proper codes to the system of immobiliser. It will be apparent that 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 your car, but it doesn't turn on it's the same.
A professional can examine the wiring and the CAN network to determine if there is a problem in the immobiliser system. They can also test the transponder and immobiliser chip in your key fob.
The warning light on the dashboard can blink if there's an issue with the immobiliser. It's likely to stay for a few seconds, and then turn off if your immobiliser is malfunctioning. You might also notice other indicators, for instance difficulties locking or unlocking your vehicle and problems getting it to start. If this is the case you need to contact an expert right away.