How to Create a Peugeot Spare Key
Peugeot cars come with an immobiliser system that is unique to them. It depends on a chip inside the key in order to work. When you insert the key into the ignition, it searches for that chip and will only start your car if it locates it.
If you have a problem with your key the best solution is to contact an auto locksmith professional. They'll have the latest technology and machinery to cut you an entirely new key while you are waiting.
The key
The Peugeot car key is a highly-tech piece of equipment. The Peugeot car key comes with an electronic chip that communicates with vehicle's engine control units (ECUs) to allow it to start the car and open its doors. Only a locksmith with appropriate tools can make a spare Peugeot.
This key is a replacement for a damaged or worn out car key. Peugeot keys are not the typical blanks you can purchase from the internet or at some hardware stores. They need to be programmed specifically for your vehicle. This means that the key needs to be cut to the right model, and have the right transponder as well as other components and be configured for the vehicle's immobiliser system. A professional auto locksmith can complete all this in the shortest time.
Traditionally, Peugeot owners would need to go to their dealer for keys replacement. It's an option, but it's always the best choice. Dealerships don't have the equipment or know-how to deal with Peugeot critical emergencies on the roadside, at your workplace or at home.
A professional mobile auto locksmith on the other hand is equipped to handle your crisis and will have a brand new Peugeot key made for you within a record time. peugeot car key replacement can do this at only a fraction of the cost for a direct visit to the dealer.
If you've purchased a more recent Peugeot model, it will likely have what's known as a "transponder" chip in its key. This is an additional layer of security which prevents your vehicle from starting unless a special code is received from the key. It is impossible to duplicate an Peugeot without the proper equipment and software.
The key will have the profile "JMA HU-HCA.P This profile is the exact same profile as Silca HU83. This key is also available in the 106 and 107 models and also the 206,208, 306 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, visit the 'Key Programming Information' tab at the top of this page. Customers who are in the locksmith or motor trade business can sign up for an account for businesses to view our special pricing. If not, you can reach us via the contact form below.
The immobiliser
The immobiliser is one the best security features in the Peugeot car. It works by using a tiny glass chip concealed within the key to protect against the theft of the vehicle by keeping the engine off. The system is based on a complicated code and doesn't need any kind of battery to work. It works by checking the coding of the chip each time a key is placed into the barrel of ignition, and the car will only turn on if it recognises the chip. If not, fuel can be cut to stop the engine from getting started.
This is a wonderful thing that has reduced car crime dramatically. However, it does mean, that you will need an expert locksmith for this type of job. The specialist will employ dealer-standard tools in order to create a Peugeot key. They will also have to program it to allow the car to start. This can cost anything between 120 PS to 300 PS based on the model of the Peugeot and how complex the key is.
Peugeot keys are prone to wear and will eventually fail with time generally after five years. They are thrown, dropped and then boiled hot and freezing cold frequently and this causes the electronic switches to deteriorate. This causes tiny hairline cracks that appear on the circuit board which in turn causes the transponder to fail. This is the most frequent issue with a Peugeot key. It can result in the car not starting, or a dashboard message stating 'Immobiliser Failure'.
If you've lost your Peugeot spare key or the original has been stolen, you can contact an auto locksmith in your neighborhood to get it replaced. They will assist you with a number of different automobile brands and will be able to be there for you, avoiding you the hassle of being towed back to their workshop or a dealership.
A professional can design and program the keys for around 120 PS, however they'll need the right equipment to get your car back in operation. A lot of the cheaper keys that are sold on eBay or Amazon don't have the correct chips, which could cause the key to not work. These cheap keys can be manufactured in China and aren't of the highest quality. It is preferential to buy a dealer key. If you lose your key, it's best to have an emergency plan in place to ensure you can return home safely, or get to the garage as soon as possible.