Ouida Hetrick asked 2 years ago
Peugeots make use of an electronic key that’s similar to a transponder to unlock and start the vehicle. It is an incredibly stressful situation for most car owners. A locksmith with the right skills can give you an extra key in a short time.
A professional auto locksmith will be able to program your new key to be compatible with your existing lock barrels. They can also replace your remote if it’s been damaged or lost.
Keys that were stolen or lost are not found
Most Peugeot models manufactured after 1995 are equipped with an immobiliser. The system is based on a small chip of glass that is hidden inside the key, which functions in conjunction with the immobiliser. The system is protected by an intricate code that can’t be changed. It will only start the engine when it detects the correct chip. If the immobiliser detects the wrong chip is in place, Peugeot 307 Key Replacement it will cut off the fuel supply and not spin.
If your Peugeot key is stolen, lost, or damaged, it can be frustrating and inconvenient not to have a vehicle that works. This is particularly so when you share the driving privileges of your Peugeot with other people and all of them require their own set of keys. Utilizing a professional locksmith will ensure that you are not stranded because they can design a replacement key according to your specifications in a matter of minutes. This is typically a faster and less expensive option than having to take your car to the dealer.
To create a new key to your Peugeot car, the locksmith in your car need to have access to your vehicle’s VIN number as it is used to identify your specific Peugeot model. They will then be in a position to transfer your transponder chip from your old key into the new one. They will then be in a position to program your new key so that it will work with your Peugeot immobiliser and they can give you the new keys to you.
Broken Keys
Peugeots were once so robust that you could drop them off a mountain and they’d still work. But these days, they are so fragile that they can break if they are dropped on the ground. A new key or, at the very minimum, a new case will be required in the event of this.
A professional mobile locksmith can make a new Peugeot car key quickly and efficiently. A locksmith for autos who has tools used by Peugeot dealers can create new keys faster than an Peugeot dealer.
A Peugeot Flip car key contains the tiniest piece of plastic, so thin that you can almost see through it. This is a weakness in the design and the fact that the key is designed to be flipped’ back and forth means that it is exposed to a lot of motion. As time passes, this will wear out the buttons. If not taken care of, the entire switch mechanism will eventually fail. This is a frequent issue with Peugeot keys, and it can be easily resolved by a mobile lock technician. A replacement key can be created and the immobiliser chip is transferred in just a few minutes, avoiding the hassle of having to get your car towed to a garage.
Keys damaged Keys
Peugeot flip keys are made from a very delicate plastic. They appear to be made from Pavlova or Balsa wood and if one that has been dropped on a hard surface or thrown against something it’s not going to be a good thing – the button will likely get crushed and the switch beneath is likely to snap off.
The ‘virtual chips’ that make up the Peugeot flip-key are actually quite complex, with many components on the board. All that coupled with the brittleness of a plastic-like design means that it’s pretty easy to cause a Peugeot flip key to get damaged, especially if it gets dropped, knocked or thrown around.
When this happens it’s time to contact an Peugeot specialist locksmith to repair the car key and program it to work with the immobiliser inside your Peugeot. Dealerships are able to do this, but they’ll charge you for the privilege of having your Peugeot towed there and then spend a long time creating and programming the new key. A reliable mobile locksmith will have all the equipment needed to complete the task in a flash and at a much lower cost. They can also assist you with any other Peugeot lock or key related issues that you may have.
Immobiliser Fault
The immobiliser feature in your car is one of the most important features, as it stops your car from being stolen or hotwired. If there’s a problem with the system however, you’ll have issues starting or locking your vehicle. Luckily, this issue can be addressed quickly and easily by a locksmith.
This fault happens when your key fob isn’t sending the correct codes to the immobiliser system. This is the situation if you attempt to unlock your car with your key fob, but it doesn’t work. If you try to start the car, but it won’t turn on the engine, it’s also true.
A professional can look over wiring and the CAN network to determine if there is a problem in the immobiliser system. They can also examine the transponder chip and immobiliser inside your key fob.
The warning light on the dashboard will usually blink if there’s an issue with your immobiliser. If the immobiliser is at issue, it will typically stay on for Peugeot 307 Key Replacement 1-2 seconds before going off. You may also observe other indicators, for instance difficulty locking or unlocking your vehicle or problems getting it to start. If this is the situation you must contact an expert right away.
