Peugeot 307 Key Replacement
Peugeots make use of an electronic key that's similar to a transponder that allows you to unlock and start the car. The loss of this key can be a nightmare for a lot of car owners. A professional locksmith can give you a replacement key in the shortest time.
A professional auto locksmith can program your new key to work with your current lock barrels. g28carkeys.co.uk can also replace the remote if it was damaged or lost.
Lost or Stolen Keys
The majority of Peugeot models manufactured 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 functions in combination with the immobiliser box. The system is encrypted with a complicated code that cannot be changed. It will only start the engine when it can identify the correct chip. If the immobiliser senses that there is a wrong chip, it will cut off the fuel supply and not spin.
If your Peugeot key is stolen, lost or damaged, it is extremely annoying and difficult to be without a working vehicle. This is particularly so when you share driving your Peugeot with others and all require their own set of keys. A professional car locksmith can create a new key right on the spot, ensuring you're not left in a bind. In most cases this is a quicker and less expensive alternative to returning your vehicle to the dealer.
The locksmith for your car must know the VIN number of your Peugeot to make a brand new one. This is how they will identify your particular Peugeot model. The car locksmith will then be able 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 is compatible with your Peugeot immobiliser, at which point they can give you the new keys to you.
Broken Keys
Peugeots were once so durable that you could even drop them off a mountain and they would still function. However, these days they are so fragile that they could break if dropped on the ground. A new key or at the very least an additional case will be required when this happens.
A mobile locksmith who is experienced can make 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 create keys for your Peugeot in much less time than it takes an Peugeot dealer to do so.
A Peugeot Flip car key contains a very thin piece of plastic, so thin you can almost see through it. This is a weak point in the design. The fact that the key is designed to be flipped around and back, which means that it is exposed to a lot of motion. Over time, this will wear down the buttons. If not taken care of, the entire switch mechanism will eventually fail. This is a typical issue with Peugeot keys, and it can be easily resolved by a mobile lock technician. In a matter of minutes, a replacement key can be created and the immobiliser chips re-configured. This will spare you the hassle of having to take your car to garage.
Keys that are damaged Keys
Peugeot are known for using extremely delicate plastic on their flip keys. The plastic appears as if it is made of Pavlova or Balsa. If you drop one on a hard surface, the button will be crushed and the electronic switch beneath will snap off.
The 'virtual chip' inside a Peugeot flip-key are actually quite complicated, with many parts on the board. The fragility of the thin plastic design, combined with all this makes it easy to cause to cause a Peugeot key to be damaged, especially when it is dropped, knocked, or thrown.
If this occurs the Peugeot specialist locksmith can replace the key and program it so that it is in sync with your vehicle's immobiliser. Dealerships can do this, however they'll charge you for the privilege of having your Peugeot towing there, and then spend a lot of time creating and programming the new key. A reputable mobile locksmith will have all the equipment needed to do this in a flash and at a lesser cost. They will also be able to assist you with any other Peugeot key or lock related issues you might have.
Immobiliser Fault
The immobiliser in your car is among the most important features as it stops your car from being stolen or hotwired. If there's a problem with the system, however, you will encounter issues locking or starting your vehicle. Fortunately, this issue can be addressed quickly and easily by locksmith.
The issue arises when the key fob you have not transmit the proper codes to the immobiliser system. If you're unable to unlock your car with your key fob and it doesn't work, that's the problem. If you try to start the car, but it won't turn on it is also a problem.
A professional can look over wiring and the CAN network to determine if there is an issue with the immobiliser system. They can also look at the transponder chip and immobiliser inside the key fob.
You will be able to tell if your immobiliser is defective by the warning light that will illuminate on your dashboard. It's usually for a few seconds, and then turn off if the immobiliser system has a problem. It could also be that your vehicle is having trouble locking or unlocking, or you are having trouble starting it. If this is the case you need to contact a professional immediately.