How to Create a Peugeot Spare Key

Peugeot cars have an unique immobiliser that depends on a small chip concealed in the key to function. When you insert a key into the ignition it seeks out the chip and will only start your car when it locates it.

Contacting a professional auto-locksmith the best solution if you have issues with your key. They have the right technology and equipment to create you new keys for your car while you wait.

The key

The Peugeot car key is an advanced piece of technology. It is equipped with an electronic chip inside that communicates with the vehicle's engine control unit (ECU) to allow the vehicle to start and open its doors. This technology ensures that only a locksmith that has the right tools can make a spare Peugeot key.

This key replaces an old or damaged car key. Peugeot keys are not the standard blanks you can buy online or in some hardware stores. They need to be programmed specifically for your vehicle. This means that the key has to be cut to the correct model, have the proper transponder, and include other components. It also needs to be configured properly for the vehicle's security system. A professional auto locksmith will perform all of this within the shortest amount of time.

Peugeot owners had to visit their dealer in order to get replacement keys. While that's still an option when you have the time and money to wait however, it's not the ideal option in all situations. Dealerships don't have the right equipment or experience to deal with Peugeot key emergencies on the roadside, at work or at home.

A mobile auto locksmith is equipped to deal with any emergency and can create a brand new Peugeot car key for you in record-breaking time. They can do this for less than the cost when you go directly to the dealer.

You'll likely see a "transponder chip' in the key of a Peugeot model that is newer. This is yet another layer of security that will prevent your vehicle from starting until it receives a special code from the key once it's been inserted. This is why it's impossible to duplicate the Peugeot key without the proper equipment and software.

This is the type of key with the 'JMA' HU-HCA.P key profile that is the same as that of Silca HU 83. It is also available as a type of key in the 106, 107, 206, 306, 208 and 406 models. We have this profile in stock and we can cut the key for you, as well as program it. For more information, look up the 'Key Programming Information tab at the top of this page. Customers who are working in the locksmith or motor trade can sign up for a trade account to see our preferential pricing. You can also contact us using the contact form below.

The immobiliser

The immobiliser is among the best security features in the Peugeot car. It basically uses a tiny glass chip that is hidden inside the key to stop theft of the vehicle by keeping the engine off. The system is based on a complex algorithm and doesn't require any kind of battery to operate. The system checks the code on the chip each time the key is put into the ignition barrel. The car will only start only if the chip is recognized by the. If it does not, the fuel supply will be cut off to stop the engine from starting.

This is a wonderful thing that has cut the amount of car crime drastically. However, it also means that brand new Peugeot keys aren't easy to obtain and you will require a locksmith who is specialized in this type of work. The specialist can utilize dealer-standard tools to create a Peugeot spare key and must program it in order for the car to begin. This could cost anywhere from 120 PS and 300 PS, depending on the model and the complexity of the key.

peugeot boxer key keys are susceptible to wear and tear, and eventually fail generally, around five years. The electronic switches deteriorate when they are dropped, thrown and exposed to extreme temperatures. The result is tiny hairline cracks on the circuit board, which in turn causes the transponder to fail. This is the most common issue with the Peugeot key and it typically results in the vehicle not starting or displaying an "Immobiliser Fault" message on the dashboard.

If you've lost your Peugeot spare or if the original key is stolen, then you can seek out a local auto locksmith to obtain the replacement. They can assist you with a number of different automobile brands and visit you, avoiding you the hassle of having to be transported back to their workshop or an auto dealer.

The key can be created and programmed by a specialist at around 120 PS however the specialist will need possess the correct equipment to get your car running again. Many of the cheaper keys available on eBay or Amazon do not have the right chips, which could cause the key not to work. The keys you can purchase for less are usually manufactured in China and can be low-quality, so you should consider buying a dealer key from the beginning. If you do lose your key, it's a good idea to have a backup plan in place to ensure that you can return home safely, or get to the garage as fast as you can.