by Dominik Colston
Peugeot 307 Key Replacement
Peugeots use a special transponder key to unlock the car and start it. The loss of this key can be a nightmare for many car owners. A locksmith with the right experience can provide you with the spare key in no time.
A professional auto locksmith can program your new key to ensure that it works with your existing lock barrels. They can also repair a remote if the original is damaged or lost.
Keys stolen or lost
Most Peugeot models built after 1995 have an immobiliser. The system is based on a small chip of glass that is concealed inside the key that works in conjunction with the immobiliser. 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 in place, it will shut off the fuel supply and not spin.
If your Peugeot key is lost, stolen or damaged, it can be very frustrating and inconvenient to be without a working vehicle. This is particularly so when you share the driving of your peugeot 3008 replacement key cost with a number of other people, and all of them require their own set of keys. A professional car locksmith can make a replacement key on the spot, making sure that you won’t be left without a key. In most cases this is a quicker and less expensive option than returning your car to the dealer.
To make a new key to your Peugeot the car locksmith will need to have access to your vehicle’s VIN number because this is used to identify your particular Peugeot model. They will then be in a position to transfer the transponder chip of your old key into the new one. They will then be capable of programming the new key to ensure it can work with your Peugeot immobiliser after which they can hand over the new keys to you.
Broken Keys
Peugeots were once so durable that you could drop them off a mountain and they’d still function. However, nowadays they are so fragile that they could break if dropped on the ground. A new key or, at a minimum, a replacement case is needed if this happens.
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 can visit you and cut new keys for your peugeot boxer key replacement in much less time than it takes to find a Peugeot dealer to do so.
The plastic used in a Peugeot 406 key fob Flip key is so thin that it is almost impossible to see through it. This is a weakness in the design and the fact it is designed to flip back and forth means the key is subjected to a considerable amount of motion. Over time, this will wear out the buttons. If left unattended, the whole switch mechanism will eventually fail. This is a typical issue with peugeot partner van key fob keys, and it can be fixed quickly by a mobile lock technician. A replacement key can be made and the immobiliser chip is transferred in a matter of minutes, which will save you the headache of having to have your car taken into a garage.
Damaged Keys
Peugeot flip keys are made of a very delicate plastic. The plastic looks like it is made of Pavlova or Balsa. If you drop the key on a hard floor, the button will be crushed and the electronic switching underneath will break off.
The “virtual chip” that is inside the Peugeot flip key is extremely complex and contains a lot of components that are on the circuit board. The fragility of the plastic design, in combination with the complexity of the circuit board makes it easy to cause to cause a Peugeot key to be damaged especially if it is dropped, knocked down, or thrown.
If this happens, a Peugeot specialist locksmith will be able to replace the key and program it to ensure that it works in sync with the immobiliser on your Peugeot. Dealerships can do this, however they’ll charge you for the privilege of having your peugeot 207 replacement key cost transported to them and spend a long time creating and programming the new key. A reputable mobile locksmith will have the dealer-standard equipment needed to do this for you on the spot, and much more cheaply as well! You can also seek assistance with any other Peugeot lock or key related issues.
Immobiliser Fault
The immobiliser system in your car is one of the most crucial features, as it prevents your vehicle from being stolen or hotwired. It is possible that you have difficulty locking or starting your vehicle if there’s a problem. A locksmith can fix the issue quickly and easily.
This problem occurs when your key fob does not transmit the proper codes to the system of immobiliser. If you’re unable to unlock your car with your key fob, and it fails to work, that’s the problem. If you try to start your car, but it doesn’t work, this is also true.
A specialist can look over the wiring and CAN network to determine whether there is an issue with the immobiliser system. They can also inspect the transponder chip and immobiliser within your key fob.
You will be able to tell if your immobiliser has a problem because the warning light will be visible on your dashboard. If the immobiliser is at issue, it will typically stay on for 1-2 seconds before it goes off. You might also notice other indications, such as difficulties locking or unlocking your vehicle, and difficulties getting it to start. If this is the case, you should contact a specialist straight away.