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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 vehicle. Losing this key is an unimaginable scenario for many car owners. A locksmith with the right expertise can give you spare keys in no time. A professional auto locksmith will program your new key so that it works with your existing lock barrels. They can also replace remotes if the original has been damaged or lost. Keys stolen or lost The majority of Peugeot models after 1995 will come fitted with an immobiliser system. These are based around an insignificant glass chip within the key that works in tandem with the car's immobiliser box. The system is protected by an intricate code that can't be altered, and it will only allow the engine to start if it can identify the correct chip. If the immobiliser detects 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 can be very frustrating and unsettling not to have an automobile that functions. This is particularly so in the event that you share the driving duties of your Peugeot with a group of people and all require their own set of keys. A professional car locksmith will make a replacement key right on the spot, making sure that you're not left in a bind. In most cases this is a faster and cheaper alternative than taking your car back to the dealer. To create a new key to your Peugeot the locksmith in your car will need to have access to your vehicle's VIN because this is used to identify your particular Peugeot model. They will then be in a position to transfer the transponder chip from your old key to the new one. Then they will be able program the key to work with your Peugeot immobiliser. Once that is done you will receive new keys. Broken Keys Peugeots were once so sturdy that you could literally drop them off on a cliff, and they'd function, but nowadays they're so delicate that even being dropped on the ground could cause the key switches inside will break. A new key or at the very minimum, a new case will be required when this happens. A professional locksmith mobile can create a replacement Peugeot car key quickly and efficiently. A locksmith for cars who owns tools that are used by Peugeot dealers can make you new keys much faster than an Peugeot dealer. The plastic used in a Peugeot Flip key is so thin, you could almost see through it. This is a weakness in the design and the fact it is designed to be flipped back and forth means the key is subjected a large amount of movement. As time passes, this will begin to wear down the buttons and if prolonged it will eventually cause the entire switch mechanism inside will fail. This is a frequent issue with Peugeot keys, and it can be easily resolved by a mobile locksmith. A replacement key can be created and the immobiliser chip replaced in just a few minutes, without the hassle of having your car into garage. Keys that are 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 is dropped on a hard surface or thrown into something, it's unlikely to be good news – the button could be crushed and the switch beneath will likely break off. The 'virtual chip' inside a Peugeot flip key is very complex and has many components that are on the circuit board. The fragility of the thin plastic design, when combined with all of this makes it very easy to cause to cause a Peugeot key to become damaged particularly when it is dropped, knocked or thrown. If this occurs it is possible that a Peugeot specialist locksmith can replace the key and program it so that it works with your Peugeot's immobiliser. Dealerships are able to do this, but they'll charge for the privilege of having your Peugeot taken to the dealership and spend a lot of time creating and programming the new key. A reputable mobile car locksmith will possess the dealer-standard equipment required to create and program your key on the spot, and more affordable as well! You can also get assistance with any other Peugeot key or lock related issues. Immobiliser Fault The immobiliser system in your car is one of the most important features, since it stops your car from being stolen or wired. It is possible that you have difficulty locking or starting your vehicle if there's an issue. Luckily, this issue can be solved quickly and easily by locksmith. This happens when your key fob is not transmitting the correct codes to the immobiliser system. If you're unable to unlock your vehicle using your key fob, and it doesn't work, that's the issue. If you try to start the car but it doesn't start, this is also true. A specialist can look over the wiring and CAN network to determine whether there is a problem with the immobiliser system. They can also look at the transponder chip and immobiliser inside the key fob. The dashboard warning light will often flash if there's a problem with your immobiliser. If the immobiliser has a fault, it will usually remain on for about a second before going off. The Key Lab could also be that your vehicle is not locking or unlocking, or you are having trouble getting it started. If this is the case, you should contact a specialist straight away.