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Peugeot 208 Key Replacement Peugeot 208 key replacement is best left to professional auto locksmiths who have the appropriate equipment and know-how. They can create and program new keys quicker than a dealership and at a lower cost. If your key fob has stopped locking or unlocking your doors, it could be due to a dead coin battery. But, there are other reasons the key could be malfunctioning. Dead Coin Battery A dead coin battery can hinder your Peugeot 208 from locking or unlocking, and will not allow you to start the engine. In this situation, you will need to employ the alternate method of starting found in your vehicle's owner's manual. The spark plugs may also be worn out. The spark plugs light the fuel to start the engine. They are only able to last for a short time. If they are not used enough they will eventually fail. Luckily, there's an easy solution for this issue. Verify the voltage of your battery using a multimeter. If it's below 11.5 Volts, then you need to replace it. If The KeyLab is corroded it is essential to clean its contacts. This can be accomplished by removing the rubber covers off the two terminals on the battery and then using a wirebrush to remove any damaged parts of the battery. It is then time to reconnect the cables that connect the positive and negative poles. Water Damage If your 208 does not start and the battery has not failed, you should check the spark plugs. It could be that they are overly filthy, making them unable to spark. The spark plugs can be cleaned in the workshop. Peugeot automobiles are equipped with a transponder that is compatible with the immobiliser. This ensures that only a valid key is able to turn the engine. If the chip inside the Peugeot key is damaged, then it will not send the correct signal to the vehicle. Water damage is the most common reason for this issue. This is a common issue in areas with colder temperatures where the vehicle has been exposed to rain or snow. If this is the case, seek out a reputable auto locksmith who has all the tools and equipment needed to change the key's programming. They will also have the most up-to-date technological know-how and machinery required to create a Peugeot 208 smart key. The process should not take more than 15 minutes. Contacts to the battery are not working properly. Peugeot replaced the old transponder chips with a new type that uses electronic components mounted on a circuit board. The new system works great in its initial state, but the circuit boards begin to degrade with time and stop working properly. This can prevent the immobiliser from working, so your vehicle won't start. If this happens, it's recommended to get in touch with a Peugeot specialist or locksmith. Another issue that is common is when the battery in the key fob gets depleted, which causes the blade of the key to stop from entering the lock. A car locksmith can replace the battery and cut a new blade for you, it's normally a quick fix. Faulty Receiver Module It could be that the receiver module is faulty If your Peugeot key fob stops working after being dropped on the floor, exposed to a sudden storm or accidentally washed. The receiver module is responsible for transmitting radio frequency to the onboard computer which regulates the central locking system of your Peugeot vehicle. The rubber seals on the key fob stop water from getting to the electronic chip. The chip can be damaged by water if it is exposed to water for long periods of period of. The high salt content in the pool or ocean waters could cause damage to the key fob if it is submerged. The module must be replaced if the Peugeot spare key does not work anymore. This should be done by an Peugeot specialist or a professional auto locksmith. Peugeot keys like other cars are secured by an immobilizer system. This requires the proper coding to start the car. This is the reason that you should only trust an authorized Peugeot locksmith to create and program the replacement. Computers with faulty on-board computers The on-board computer in your Peugeot is responsible for many of the systems in the car, from power windows to the airbags. The on-board computer will display an error code when something goes wrong. The code will be stored within the system until the issue is fixed. Most often, this involves the on-board computer being replaced. The most frequent cause for the warning light for airbags to flash is corrosion or loose connections within the sensor. This can occur due to wear and tear, ageing or exposure to salt and moisture. This problem should be taken care of as soon as you can, because an airbag malfunctioning could be dangerous in the event of an accident. If your Peugeot is showing a card not detected error then the key battery in the key fob might be weak or dead. This will prevent the key fob from transmitting a signal that will disable the standard immobilizer in your vehicle. You can test this by pressing the unlock button on the key fob and then attempting to start your vehicle. If this does not work, then the key battery is in need of replacement.