Peugeot 307 Key Replacement
Peugeots use a special transponder-type key to unlock the vehicle and then start it. The loss of this key could be a nightmare for many car owners. A locksmith with the right knowledge can give you spare keys in no time.
A professional auto locksmith will program your new key to ensure that it will work with your existing lock barrels. They can also repair the remote if the one you have is damaged or lost.
Keys stolen or lost
The majority of Peugeot models manufactured from 1995 onwards are equipped with an immobiliser. The system is based on a small chip of glass concealed in the key, which functions in combination with the immobiliser box. The system is protected by a complex code which cannot be altered. It will only start the engine if it is able to recognize 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.
In the event that your Peugeot key is stolen, lost or damaged, it is extremely annoying and difficult to be without a functioning vehicle. This is particularly so in the event that you share the driving duties of your Peugeot with a number of other people, and each requires their own keys. Utilizing a professional locksmith will ensure that you are not in a position to be stranded as they can create a replacement key that meets your requirements on the spot. In the majority of cases, this is a faster and less expensive alternative to taking your car back to the dealer.
The locksmith in your car must know the VIN number of your Peugeot in order to make a new one. This is how they will identify your particular Peugeot model. The car locksmith will then be in a position to transfer the transponder from your old key to the new one. They will then be able to program the new key to ensure it can work with your Peugeot immobiliser, at which point they can give you the new keys to you.
Broken Keys
Peugeots were once so robust that you could practically drop them off the edge of a cliff and they'd function, but nowadays they're so delicate that even being dropped on the floor could result in the key switches inside will fail. A new key or, at the very minimum, a new case will be required in the event of this.
A replacement Peugeot car key can be made easily by an experienced mobile locksmith. A locksmith for cars who owns an arsenal of tools that are utilized by Peugeot dealers can make you new keys in a shorter time than the Peugeot dealer.
The plastic used in the Peugeot Flip key is so thin that you can almost see right through it. This is a problem in the design as well as the fact that the key is designed to be 'flipped around and back, which makes it subject to a lot of movement. Over time, this is going to start to wear down the buttons. If left too long, eventually the whole switch mechanism inside will fail. Fortunately, this is a common problem with Peugeot keys and one that is easily fixed with an mobile locksmith. G28 can be made and the immobiliser chip replaced within a matter of minutes, avoiding the hassle of having your car into a garage.
Damaged Keys
Peugeot have a habit of using really delicate plastic on their flip keys. They look like they could be made of Pavlova or Balsa wood, and if you have one that has been dropped on a hard surface or thrown into something, it's not going be a pleasant experience - the button will probably be crushed, and the electronic switch underneath will probably break off.
The 'virtual chip' inside the Peugeot flip key is actually extremely complex and has a number of components that are on the circuit board. The fragility of the thin plastic design, combined with all of this makes it easy to cause the Peugeot key to become damaged particularly when it is dropped, knocked, or thrown.
If this occurs the Peugeot specialist locksmith will be able to replace the key and program it so that it is in sync with your Peugeot's immobiliser. Dealerships can take care of this for you however, they'll charge you to transport your Peugeot there and then spend time programming and creating your new key. A reputable mobile locksmith will have the dealer-standard equipment needed to make this happen in a matter of minutes, and for a lower price too! You can also seek help with any other Peugeot lock or key related issues.
Immobiliser Fault
The immobiliser in your car is one of the most important features as it protects your vehicle from being stolen or hotwired. If there's a problem with your system however, you'll have issues starting or locking your vehicle. A locksmith can solve the issue quickly and easily.
This problem occurs when the key fob you have not transmit the correct codes to the immobiliser's system. It will be apparent that this is the case if you attempt to unlock your car with your key fob, but it does not work. It's the same when you try to start your car but it doesn't start.
A specialist can look over the wiring and CAN network to see whether there is an issue with the immobiliser system. They can also examine the immobiliser and transponder chip inside the key fob.
You will be able to tell if your immobiliser is defective by the warning light that will appear on your dashboard. If the immobiliser has a issue, it will typically stay on for 1-2 seconds before turning off. You might also notice other indicators, like difficulty locking or unlocking your vehicle or problems getting it to start. If this is the situation you must contact a specialist immediately.