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Peugeots use a special transponder style key to unlock the vehicle and then start it. Losing this key is an unimaginable scenario for many car owners. A professional locksmith can give you a spare in the shortest amount of 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 lost or stolen

Most Peugeot models after 1995 will be fitted with an immobiliser system. It is based on tiny glass chips that are hidden inside the key which works in conjunction with the vehicle's immobiliser box. The system is encrypted by an intricate code that cannot be altered and will only allow the engine to start when it recognises the correct chip. If the immobiliser detects a wrong chip, it will cut the fuel supply to the engine, and stop it from turning over.

If your Peugeot key is stolen, lost, or damaged it can be extremely frustrating and annoying being without a functioning vehicle. This is especially true if are sharing your peugeot replacement key fob with others and every person has their own set of keys. The use of a professional car locksmith will ensure that you are not left stranded as they can create a replacement key that is tailored to your requirements right on the spot. Most of the time, this will be a much quicker and less expensive option than returning your vehicle to the dealer.

To create a new key for your Peugeot the car locksmith will require access to your vehicle's VIN number because this is used to identify the particular Peugeot model. They will then be able to transfer the transponder chip that was on your old key to the new one. Then they will be able program the key to work with your peugeot 3008 key fob immobiliser. Then you will be able to receive the new keys.

Broken Keys

Peugeots were once so durable that you could even drop them off a mountain and they'd still work. However, nowadays they are so fragile that they will break if they are dropped on the ground. A new key or at the very least a replacement case is needed if this happens.

A professional mobile locksmith can make a replacement Peugeot car key quickly and easily. As the owner of a dealership-standard set of key cutting and programming tools an auto locksmith can come out to you and cut new keys for your Peugeot far more quickly than it takes to find an Peugeot dealer to do it.

A Peugeot Flip car key contains an extremely thin piece of plastic, so thin that it is almost impossible to see through it. This is a problem in the design. The fact that the key is designed to flip around and back, which means that it is exposed to a lot of movement. Over time, this is going to start to wear down the buttons. If it is left for too long, eventually the whole switch mechanism inside will fail. Thankfully, this is a common problem with Peugeot keys and one that can be solved quickly by a mobile locksmith. A replacement key can be made and the immobiliser chip replaced in a matter of minutes, without the hassle of having to get your car towed to a garage.

Damaged Keys

Peugeot are known for using extremely delicate plastic on their flip keys. The plastic looks like it is made of Pavlova or Balsa. If you drop one on a hard surface the button is likely to be crushed and the electronic switching underneath will break.

The virtual chips in the Peugeot flip-key are actually quite complex, with many components on a board. All that, when combined with the brittleness of a thin plastic design means that it's pretty easy to cause to cause a Peugeot flip key to become damaged, particularly when it's hit, dropped or tossed around.

If this happens If this happens, a Peugeot specialist locksmith can replace the key and program it so that it works in sync with the immobiliser in your Peugeot. Dealerships are able to do this, but they'll have to charge you for the privilege of having your Peugeot taken to the dealership and take a long time making and programming your new key. A reputable mobile locksmith will possess the dealer-standard equipment required to make this happen on the spot and at a much lower cost too! You can also get assistance with any other Peugeot key or lock issues.

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 your system, however, you will be unable to start or lock your vehicle. A locksmith can solve this problem quickly and easily.

This happens when the key fob does 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, this is the issue. It's the same if you try to start your car but it won't turn over.

A professional can examine the wiring and the CAN network to determine if there's a problem in the immobiliser system. They can also check the immobiliser chip and transponder on the key fob.

You can tell when your immobiliser has a problem by the warning light that will illuminate on your dashboard. If the immobiliser is at fault, it will usually stay on for about a minute before turning off. You might also notice other indications, such as difficulties locking or unlocking your vehicle or difficulty getting it to start. If this is the situation you must contact an expert immediately.