Peugeot 307 Key Replacement

Peugeots make use of a transponder-type key that allows you to unlock the vehicle and start it. The loss of this key can be a nightmare for a lot of car owners. A professional locksmith can give you a replacement in the shortest amount of time.

A professional auto locksmith can program your new key to ensure that it will work with the barrels of your current lock. They can also repair your remote in the event that it has been damaged or is lost.

Keys lost or stolen


Most Peugeot models manufactured after 1995 have an immobiliser. It is based on an insignificant glass chip inside the key which works in tandem with the car's immobiliser box. The system is encrypted with an intricate code that can't be changed. It will only start the engine if it is able to recognize the correct chip. If the immobiliser recognizes the wrong chip, it will shut off the fuel supply to the engine, and stop it from turning over.

If your Peugeot key is stolen, lost or damaged it can be a hassle and unsettling not to have an automobile that functions. This is especially true when you share the driving duties of your Peugeot with others and all require their own set of keys. The use of a professional car locksmith will ensure that you're not stranded since they can design a replacement key to your specifications on the spot. In most cases this is a faster and less expensive alternative to returning your car to the dealer.

The locksmith in your car must know the VIN number of your Peugeot to make a brand new one. This is how they identify your specific Peugeot model. They will then be in a position to transfer the transponder chip from your old key into the new one. They will then be in a position to program the new key so that it is compatible with your Peugeot immobiliser after which they will hand over the new keys to you.

Broken Keys

Peugeots were once so durable that you could practically drop them off the edge of a cliff and they'd work, but these days they're so fragile, even being dropped on the floor could mean that the key switches inside will fail. If this happens, a new key will be required or at the minimum, a replacement case.

A replacement Peugeot car key is easily made by a professional mobile locksmith. As the owner of a dealership-standard set of key cutting and programming tools, an auto locksmith can come out to you and create keys for your Peugeot in much less time than it would take to get a Peugeot dealer to do this.

The plastic used in the Peugeot Flip key is so thin, you can see right 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 lot of movement. In time, this will wear out the buttons. If left peugeot spare key , the whole switch mechanism will eventually fail. Fortunately this is a very common problem with Peugeot keys and is easily fixed with a mobile locksmith. In a matter of seconds, a replacement key will be created and the immobiliser chips transferred. This will save you the hassle of having to take your car to garage.

Damaged Keys

Peugeot have a habit of making use of extremely delicate plastic for their flip keys. They look like they could be made of Pavlova or Balsa wood and if one dropped on a hard surface or thrown against something, it's not going be a great thing. The button will likely get crushed, and the electronic switch underneath will probably break off.

The 'virtual chips' that make up the Peugeot flip-key are actually very complex, with a myriad of components on a board. All of that combined with the fragility of a lightweight plastic design makes it pretty easy for a Peugeot flip key to get damaged, especially when it's dropped, thrown or knocked around.

If this occurs it is possible that a Peugeot specialist locksmith can replace the key and program it to ensure that it works with your vehicle's immobiliser. Dealerships will do this for you however they'll have to pay to tow your Peugeot there and spend time programming and creating a new key. A trustworthy mobile locksmith will have all the tools needed to complete the task quickly and at a much lower cost. You can also seek assistance with any other Peugeot key or lock issues.

Immobiliser Fault

Your car's immobiliser system is among its most essential features since it protects it from being stolen or wired by thieves. If there is a problem with the system, however, you will have issues starting or locking your vehicle. Fortunately, this issue can be solved quickly and easily by a locksmith.

This problem occurs when the key fob is not transmitting the correct codes to the immobiliser system. It will be apparent that this is the situation if you try to unlock your car with your key fob, but it doesn't work. If you attempt to start your car, but it doesn't turn on it's the same.

A professional can look over wiring and the CAN network to determine if there's a problem in the immobiliser system. They can also look at the immobiliser and transponder chip inside your key fob.

The warning light on the dashboard can illuminate if there is a problem with your immobiliser. If the immobiliser has a fault, it will usually stay on for 1-2 seconds before turning off. You might also notice other signs, such as difficulties locking or unlocking your vehicle or problems getting it to start. If this is the case you should contact a professional immediately.