Peugeot 307 Key Replacement
Peugeots utilize a specific transponder-type key to unlock the vehicle and to start it. The loss of this key can be a nightmare scenario for most car owners. A locksmith with the right experience can give you the spare key in no time.
An expert 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 lost.
Keys lost or stolen
The majority of Peugeot models made from 1995 onwards are equipped with an immobiliser. The system is based on a tiny chip of glass hidden in the key, which functions in conjunction with the immobiliser box. The system is secured by a complex code which cannot be rewritten. 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 shut off the fuel supply and will not turn over.
If your Peugeot key is stolen, lost, or damaged it can be very frustrating and inconvenient not to have a vehicle that works. This is particularly so if you share the driving duties of your Peugeot with other people and all of them require their own set of keys. A professional locksmith for cars can make a replacement key right on the spot, ensuring that you don't get stuck. In the majority of cases, this will be a much faster and less expensive option than returning your car to the dealer.
To make an entirely new key for your Peugeot the locksmith for your car will require access to your vehicle's VIN as it is used to identify the particular Peugeot model. The locksmith for 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 the new key to ensure it works with your Peugeot immobiliser after which they will hand over the new keys to you.
Broken Keys
Peugeots were once so sturdy that you could even drop them off a mountain and they would still function. Nowadays they are so fragile that they will break if dropped on the ground. A new key or at the very least an additional case will be needed if this happens.
A replacement Peugeot car key can be easily made by a professional mobile locksmith. A locksmith for autos who has a set of tools used by Peugeot dealers can make you new keys faster than an Peugeot dealer.
The plastic used in the Peugeot Flip key 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 flip back and forth implies that it is subject to a lot of motion. Over time this will start to wear down the buttons, and if prolonged the whole switch mechanism inside will fail. This is a typical 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, avoiding the stress of having your vehicle taken to a garage.
Damaged Keys
Peugeot flip keys are made of a delicate plastic. They appear to be made of Pavlova or Balsa wood and if one that's dropped on a rough surface or thrown into something, it's unlikely to be a good thing - the button will probably be crushed, and the electronic switch underneath will probably break off.
G28 inside a Peugeot flip key is actually complex and consists of many components on a circuit board. All that, when combined with the brittleness of a lightweight plastic design means that it's pretty easy to cause to cause a Peugeot flip key to get damaged, particularly if it gets damaged by being dropped, knocked down or thrown around.
If this happens, a Peugeot locksmith expert can replace the key and program it to ensure that it works with the immobiliser in your Peugeot. Dealerships can do this, however they'll charge for the privilege of having your Peugeot towed there and then spend a long time creating and programming the new key. A reputable mobile locksmith will have the dealer-standard equipment to make this happen on the spot and at a much lower cost, too! You can also get help with any other Peugeot key or lock related issues.
Immobiliser Fault
Your car's immobiliser is one of its most important features as it helps to prevent it from being taken away or wired by thieves. It is possible that you have difficulty locking or starting your car if you have a problem. Fortunately, this can be addressed quickly and easily by locksmith.
This problem occurs when the key fob does not send the proper codes to the immobiliser system. You'll know this is the situation if you try to unlock your car using your key fob, but it does not work. If you try to start the car, but it doesn't turn on it's the same.
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 transponder and immobiliser chip in the key fob.
You will be able to tell if your immobiliser has a problem because the warning light will flash on your dashboard. It is usually on for 2-3 seconds and then turn off if the immobiliser is malfunctioning. You might also notice that your vehicle is having trouble locking or unlocking, or you are having trouble getting it started. If this is the case, you should get in touch with a professional right away.