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Peugeots make use of an electronic key that is like a transponder used to unlock and start the car. The loss of this key can be a nightmare for many car owners. A locksmith with the right knowledge can provide you with the spare key in no time.

A professional auto locksmith will program your new key so it can work with the barrels of your current lock. They can also replace the remote if the one you have is damaged or lost.

Keys Stolen or Lost

The majority of Peugeot models manufactured after 1995 have an immobiliser. It is based on a small glass chip concealed in the key, which operates in conjunction with the vehicle's immobiliser box. The system is protected by a complex code that cannot be reprogrammed and will only allow the engine to start when it recognizes the correct chip. If the immobiliser senses that the wrong chip is present, it will shut off the fuel supply and will not spin.

In the event that your Peugeot key has been stolen, lost or damaged, it can be extremely annoying and difficult to be without a working vehicle. This is especially the case if you must share your Peugeot with others, and everyone needs their own set. A professional car locksmith will create a new key on the spot, making sure that you don't get stuck. This is usually a faster and less expensive alternative than taking your vehicle to the dealer.

To create a new key for your Peugeot the locksmith for your car will need to have access to your vehicle's VIN as it is used to identify your particular Peugeot model. The locksmith in your car will be in a position to transfer the transponder from your previous key to the new one. They will then be in a position to program your new key so that it can work with your Peugeot immobiliser, at which point they will hand over the new keys to you.

Broken Keys

Peugeots were once so tough that you could literally drop them off on a cliff, and they'd function, but nowadays they're so fragile that dropping them 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 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 create keys for your Peugeot and much faster than it takes an Peugeot dealer to do it.

A Peugeot Flip car key contains a very thin piece of plastic, so thin that you can almost see through it. This is a weak point in the design and the fact that the key is designed to be flipped around and back, which implies that it is subject to a lot of motion. As time passes, this will wear down the buttons. If left unattended, the whole switch mechanism will eventually fail. Fortunately this is a very common issue with Peugeot keys and one that can be fixed quickly by an mobile locksmith. A replacement key can be made and the immobiliser chip can be transferred in a matter of minutes, avoiding the headache of having to have your vehicle taken to garage.

Keys that are damaged Keys

Peugeot flip keys are made from a plastic that is extremely delicate. The plastic appears like it could be made from Pavlova or Balsa. If you drop the key on a hard surface the button will be crushed and the electronic switch beneath will snap off.

The 'virtual chip' inside a Peugeot flip key is very complex and has many components on the circuit board. All of that combined with the fragility of a lightweight plastic design means it's fairly easy to cause the Peugeot flip key to get damaged, particularly when it's dropped, thrown or knocked around.

If this happens it is possible that a Peugeot specialist locksmith can change the key and program it so that it functions 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 car locksmith will have the dealer-grade equipment to make this happen on the spot and at a much lower cost, too! You can also get assistance with any other Peugeot keys or locks issues.

Immobiliser Fault

The immobiliser in your car is one of the most important features, since it protects your vehicle from being stolen or hotwired. If there's a problem with the system however, you'll have issues starting or locking your vehicle. Fortunately, this issue can be solved quickly and easily by locksmith.

The issue arises when the key fob you have not transmit the correct codes to the system of immobiliser. If you're not able to unlock your vehicle using your key fob, and it fails to work, it's the reason. The same is true if you attempt to start your car, but it won't turn over.

A professional can look over wiring and the CAN network to determine if there's 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 your immobiliser is defective by the warning light that will flash on your dashboard. It's likely to stay on for 2-3 seconds and then go off if the immobiliser is malfunctioning. You might also notice that your vehicle is having difficulty locking or unlocking, and you are having trouble starting it. If this is the case, you should get in touch with a professional right away.