How to Create a Peugeot Spare Key
Peugeot cars are equipped with an immobiliser that is exclusive to them. It depends on a chip in the keys for it to function. When you insert a key into the ignition, it looks for the chip and will only start the car if it locates it.
If you have a problem with your key the best solution is to contact an auto locksmith professional. They are equipped with the latest technology and tools to make you new keys for your car while you are waiting.
The most important
The Peugeot car key is a sophisticated piece of equipment. The Peugeot car key comes with an electronic chip that communicates with the vehicle's engine control units (ECUs) to allow it to start the car and open its doors. This technology means that only a locksmith equipped with the right tools will be able to create an additional Peugeot key.
This is a key that will replace a damaged worn or lost car key. Peugeot keys are not the regular blanks that you can purchase on the internet or in some hardware stores. They have to be programmed for your specific vehicle. This means that the keys must be cut according to the correct kind, have the right transponder and other parts. Additionally, it needs to be programmed correctly to the vehicle's security system. A professional auto locksmith can do all of this in the shortest amount of time.
Traditionally, Peugeot owners would need to visit their dealer to get keys replacement. It's an option, but it's always the best choice. Dealerships lack the right equipment or experience to handle Peugeot crucial emergencies at the roadside, at your workplace or at home.
A professional mobile auto locksmith on the other hand, is fully equipped to handle your crisis and can have a new Peugeot key for you in a short amount of time. They can do this for only a fraction of what you would pay if you went directly to the dealer.
There's a chance to find a "transponder chip' inside the key of an Peugeot model that's newer. This is a further layer of security that prevents your vehicle from being started until a particular code is received from the key. This is why it's impossible to duplicate the Peugeot key without the right equipment and software.
This key will come with the profile 'JMA HU-HCA.P The profile is the exact same as Silca HU83. You'll also find this type of key in the 106, 107, 206, 208, 306 and 406 models. We have this profile in stock, and we're able to cut the key for you, as well as program it. For more information, look up the 'Key Programming Information section at the top of this page. Customers in the motor trade or locksmith industry can register for an account with a business account to see our special pricing. You can also reach us by filling out the form below.
The immobiliser
The immobiliser is one of the most secure features in the Peugeot car. It is essentially a tiny glass chip concealed within the key to stop the theft of the vehicle, by stopping the engine turning on. The system is based on a complex program and doesn't require any sort of battery in order to function. It checks the code of the chip each time a key is put into the barrel of ignition. The car will only turn on in the event that it recognizes the chip. If not, fuel will be cut to stop the engine from starting.
This is a great idea and has reduced car crime dramatically. But it does mean that brand new Peugeot keys aren't simple to find and you'll require a professional locksmith for this type of work. The locksmith will employ tools made by dealers to create a Peugeot key. He or she will also need to program it so that the car will start. This can cost anywhere between 120 PS and 300 PS, depending on the model and complexity of the key.
Peugeot keys are prone to wear and will eventually fail with time generally after five years. They are dropped, thrown and get boiling hot and freezing cold regularly and this causes the electronic switches' condition to decline. This causes tiny hairline cracks appearing on the circuit board, and it causes the transponder signal to fail. This is the most common fault that occurs with a Peugeot key and is usually the cause of the vehicle not starting or having a "Immobiliser Fault" message on the dashboard.
If you do lose your Peugeot spare key or the original is stolen, you can visit an auto locksmith in your area to get it replaced. These experts can help you with a variety of automobile brands and will be able to arrive at your location, saving you the hassle of being taken back to their workshop or an auto dealer.
G28 Car Keys and program the key at around 120 PS, however they'll require the correct equipment to get your vehicle running. A large portion of the cheaper keys that look like the ones you buy on eBay or Amazon don't contain the correct chips and this can result in the key failing to work. Keys that are sold at a bargain price can be manufactured in China and are not of good quality. It is preferential to purchase a dealer-grade key. It is crucial to have a backup plan in the event you lose your keys. This will ensure that you can return home safely or get to the garage as fast as you can.