How to Create a Peugeot Spare Key
Peugeot cars come with an immobiliser system unique to them. It depends on a chip inside the key in order to function. When you insert the key into the ignition, it looks for this chip and will start the car if it is located.
If you're having trouble with your keys, the best solution is to contact an experienced auto locksmith. They will have the technology and equipment to cut you a new key while you are waiting.
The crucial
The Peugeot car key is a nifty piece of technology. The Peugeot car key has 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 ensures that only a locksmith that has the right tools will be able to make an additional Peugeot key.
This key replaces a damaged or worn out car key. Unlike standard key blanks that can be bought online or at some hardware stores, Peugeot keys must be programmed to work with the specific vehicle you have. This means that the keys must be cut according to the right model, have the proper transponder and other parts. It also needs to be configured properly for the vehicle's security system. A professional auto locksmith is able to perform all of this within the shortest amount of time.
Peugeot owners had to visit their dealer in order to get replacement keys. Although breaking news is still an option when you have the time and funds to wait however, it's not the ideal solution in a lot of instances. Dealerships do not have the required equipment or knowledge to deal with Peugeot important emergencies on the roadside, at work or at home.
A professional mobile auto locksmith, on the other hand is equipped to handle any emergency and can have a new Peugeot key for you in a matter of minutes. In addition, they'll have the ability to do this at only a fraction of the cost that you would pay if you go to the dealership.
If you're driving a brand newer Peugeot model, it will likely have what's known as a "transponder" chip embedded in its key. This is a further layer of security which prevents your vehicle from starting without a code received from the key. It is impossible to duplicate the key of a Peugeot without the proper equipment and software.
This is the kind of key that comes with a 'JMA' HU-HCA.P key profile which is the exact same as that of Silca HU 85. You can also find this kind of key in the 106, 107, 206, 306, 208 and 406 models. We have this key profile in our inventory and are able to cut the key for you, as well as program it to the specific vehicle you have. Please click on the "Key Programming Information tab at the top of the page to get more details. Customers who are working in the motor or locksmith trade can sign up for an trade account to see our preferred pricing. Otherwise, you can contact us via the form below.
The immobiliser
The immobiliser on the Peugeot is among the most efficient security features. It operates by using a tiny glass chip embedded in the key to stop the car from starting. The system is based on a complicated code and doesn't require any sort of battery to operate. It checks the code of the chip every time the key is in the ignition barrel, and the car will only start if it recognises the chip. If not the chip is recognized, the fuel supply will be cut off, preventing the engine from running.
This is a wonderful thing that has reduced car crime dramatically. This does mean, however, that you will need locksmiths to complete this type of work. The locksmith will use tools that are standard for dealers to create a Peugeot spare key and also must program it to allow the car to begin. This can cost anywhere between 120 PS to 300 PS, depending on the type and complexity of the key.
Peugeot keys are prone to wear and tear and will eventually fail typically around five years. The electronic switches wear out when they are dropped, thrown and exposed to extreme temperatures. The result is tiny hairline cracks to appear on the circuit board, which then causes the transponder to fail. This is the most common issue with the Peugeot key. It is usually a result in a car not starting or a dashboard display that reads 'Immobiliser Failure'.
If you've lost your Peugeot spare key, or if the original key is stolen, then you can call a local auto locksmith for replacement. They can help you with a variety of car brands, and they'll come to you to save you the headache of having to be towed to a workshop or dealership.
The key can be designed and programmed by a specialist at around 120 PS but the specialist will need have the correct equipment to get your car running again. Many of the cheaper keys that are sold on eBay or Amazon do not have the right chips, which could cause the key to not work. These keys that are cheap are usually manufactured in China and can be poor quality, and you are better off buying a dealer key from the outset. If you do lose your key, it's recommended to have a backup plan in place to ensure you are able to get home safely or get to the garage as swiftly as you can.