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Peugeots utilize a specific transponder-type key that allows you 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 expertise can give you the spare key in no time.

A professional auto locksmith can program your new key so that it works with the barrels of your current lock. They can also replace remotes if the original is damaged or lost.

Keys lost or stolen

The majority of Peugeot models manufactured from 1995 onwards are equipped with an immobiliser. The system is based on a small chip of glass hidden in the key that works in conjunction with the immobiliser box. The system is encrypted with an intricate code that can't be changed. It will only start the engine when it can identify the correct chip. If the immobiliser detects a wrong chip, it will cut off the fuel supply to the engine and block it from turning.

In the event that your Peugeot key is stolen, lost, or damaged, it can be extremely stressful and frustrating to be without a functioning vehicle. This is especially true if you have to share your Peugeot with others and every person has their own set. A professional locksmith for cars can make a replacement key right on the spot, ensuring you're not left stranded. In the majority of cases, this will be a much quicker and less expensive option than returning your car to the dealer.

To make an entirely new key for your Peugeot the locksmith for your car will need to have access to your vehicle's VIN since this is used to identify your particular Peugeot model. The locksmith for your car will be in a position to transfer the transponder of your old key to the new one. They will then 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 durable that you could literally drop them off a cliff and they'd still function, but nowadays they're so fragile that being dropped on the floor will mean that the key switches inside will break. A new key or at a minimum, a replacement case will be required when this happens.

A replacement Peugeot car key is easily made by an experienced mobile locksmith. As the owner of a dealership standard set of key cutting and programming tools, an auto locksmith can visit you and create new keys for your Peugeot far more quickly than it takes to find a Peugeot dealer to do it.

A Peugeot Flip car key contains a very thin piece of plastic, so thin you can almost see through it. This is a flaw in the design and the fact that it is designed to flip back and forth means that the key is subjected to a lot of movement. Over time, this will wear down the buttons. If left unattended, the entire switch mechanism will eventually fail. This is a common problem with Peugeot keys and can be easily resolved by a mobile lock technician. A replacement key can be created and the immobiliser chip is transferred within a matter of minutes, without the headache of having to have your car into garage.

Damaged Keys

Peugeot flip keys are made from a very delicate plastic. The plastic appears as if it is made of Pavlova or Balsa. If you drop one on a hard surface, the button could be crushed and the electronic switching underneath will break off.

The 'virtual chips' in the Peugeot flip-key are actually quite complicated, with many parts on the board. The fragility of the plastic design, combined with all this, makes it easy to cause an Peugeot key to be damaged particularly if it's dropped, knocked, or thrown.

In this case you'll need an Peugeot specialist locksmith to change the car key and program it to work with the immobiliser on your Peugeot. Dealerships can do this, but they'll charge you for the privilege of having your Peugeot taken to the dealership and spend a lot of time creating and programming the new key. A reliable mobile locksmith will have all the equipment needed to do this in a flash and at a lower cost. They can also help you with any other Peugeot key or lock-related issues you may face.

Immobiliser Fault

The immobiliser in your car is one of the most crucial features, as it prevents your vehicle from being stolen or hotwired. You may have problems locking or starting your car if there is a problem. Fortunately, this issue can be resolved quickly and easily by a locksmith.

This problem occurs when the key fob does not send the correct codes to the immobiliser system. If you're unable unlock your car with your key fob, and it doesn't work, it's the problem. If you try to start the car, but it doesn't work it's the same.

peugeot 207 car key  can check wiring and the CAN network to determine if there is an issue with the immobiliser system. They can also examine the immobiliser chip and transponder in your key fob.

It is easy to tell if the immobiliser in your vehicle is not working properly by the warning light that will appear on your dashboard. It will normally stay for a few seconds, and then turn off if the immobiliser is malfunctioning. It could also be that your vehicle isn't locking or unlocking, and you are having trouble starting it. If this is the case you should contact a specialist immediately.