15 Terms Everybody Working In The Peugeot Car Key Replacement Industry Should Know

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15 Terms Everybody Working In The Peugeot Car Key Replacement Industry Should Know

New Key For Peugeot 207

Peugeot 207 is one of the most sought-after cars on the roads. It's a small car that has lots of personality and style.

Over time they may suffer from some problems. These can be dangerous if not addressed promptly.

Replacing keys for certain kinds of vehicles can be a very expensive and stressful procedure, especially when the vehicle has been stolen.

Lost Keys

Peugeot is known for its premium automobiles. They have a strong security system that blocks unauthorised use of the vehicle. The system is based on a transponder that is encrypted by a unique code. The immobilizer can then recognize the proper key to start the vehicle. This stops thieves from using stolen Peugeot keys.

A professional auto locksmith will be able to help you if you lose your car keys. They can cut you a replacement car key at your home. They can also program the key to work with Peugeot's immobilizers and lock barrels. This is a cheaper option than going to a dealer.

The process of obtaining the spare Peugeot key is relatively easy for most models (except for the 107, 108, and Bipper). You'll need the PIN number of your vehicle to acquire a new key. This can be a challenge especially if you are in a position with a limited amount of time available to wait for the locksmith to show up.

Transponder Fault

The immobilizer on your Peugeot 207 verifies the key you used to start your car is the right one. This is done by sending a signal via an antenna that is connected to the microchip inside your key to the ignition. This is a security device designed to stop your car from being stolen.

If the immobilizer control unit receives a signal from your key which is different from the code it's anticipating, it will either light the warning light that appears on the console or flash rapidly. This indicates that something is not right and you may have to surrender the vehicle at an Peugeot dealer, along with your registration card and identification document to reset the system and the keys reprogrammed.



If you take your key to a garage that provides this service, they will scan it and determine whether the transponder is not functioning properly. They can do this for free and will let you know whether the chip is reading correctly or if there is a problem in the system that is hindering your Peugeot from getting started.

If you've swapped the original Peugeot key case with a different one (and consequently lost the transponder chip) or damaged your key because it was wet, there's usually nothing to be concerned about.  peugeot 208 key replacement G28CarKeys  with the immobilizer system arise due to a low battery in your key, a damaged antenna, or electronic failure within the module as well as the engine computer.

Key Blade Wobble

Peugeot decided to try something different in the early 2000's. Instead of the traditional kind of carbon encased transponder chips, they introduced a flip key design. Unfortunately the new design had a number of major problems and one of the principal ones is the key blade wobble. This issue occurs when the key blade wears down, which is the part of the key which goes into the lock. This causes the silver button within the key to stop turning the mechanism and the key ceases to feed into the lock correctly.

It is, however, easy to repair with a new key blade, cut correctly to the correct. It is crucial that the blade is copied from the original key that is worn out, not a generic replacement as this won't give you a precise shape and will wear exactly in the same way that your original key did. Your local Car Key Man auto-locksmith can offer you a new blade to solve this frustrating problem.

Key Blade Damage

Quite often the key blade gets damaged, or more accurately the'mouth' key, starts to wear out. If the key isn't removed swiftly, it may become stuck in the lock. This leads to the common 'Immobiliser Fail appearing on your dashboard. There are a myriad of fairy tales on how to fix the problem, but in reality a new blade is required.

This is a very affordable task that can be performed by your local Car Key Man Auto Locksmith. They'll just need to cut a brand new blade and then attach it to your Peugeot 207 key.

The circuit board that generates the signal for the transponder chip will begin to show tiny hairline cracks after about five years. These cracks are not affecting the chip, but they can cause other issues for your Peugeot flip key.

One of the most significant issues with the Peugeot keys is that the flip mechanism - which keeps the blade in place does not work well. This is especially relevant to the Peugeot Partner, Peugeot 107 and Peugeot 407 ranges. This is due to the design of the key's 'flip' mechanism is different from the old model, a carbon-encased chip. This change has brought about four major issues, all of which could prevent your Peugeot key from starting your car.