How to Create a Peugeot Spare Key
Peugeot cars are equipped with an immobiliser system that is unique to them. It relies on a chip that is hidden inside the key in order to work. When you insert a key into the ignition it searches for the chip and will only start your car when it finds it.
If you're experiencing issues with your key, the best solution is to contact a professional auto locksmith. They will have the technology and tools to cut you a new key while you wait.
The key
The Peugeot car key is an innovative piece of technology. It is equipped with an electronic chip inside that communicates with the vehicle's engine control unit (ECU) to allow the car to start and unlock its doors. This means that only a locksmith equipped with the right tools will be able to create a spare Peugeot key.
This key is a replacement for a damaged or worn out car key. In contrast to standard key blanks that can be bought on the internet or in some hardware stores, Peugeot keys must be programmed to work in your specific vehicle. This means the key needs to be cut to the proper model, and have the right transponder, as well as other components, as well as being properly configured for the vehicle's immobiliser system. A professional auto locksmith is capable of completing all these tasks in the shortest amount of time possible.
Peugeot owners were required to visit their dealer to get keys replacement. Although this is still an option should you have the time and funds to wait however, it's not the ideal option in all instances. Dealerships do not have the equipment or experience to handle Peugeot key-related emergencies by the side of the road, in your office parking lot, or even at home as you relax at the end of a long day.
A mobile auto locksmith is equipped to deal with any emergency and can create a new Peugeot car key for you in record-breaking time. In addition, they'll have the ability to do so at less than the price that you would pay if you go to the dealership.
You'll likely find a 'transponder chip' inside the key of the Peugeot model that's older. This is an additional layer of security that stops your vehicle from being started until a particular code is received from the key. It is impossible to duplicate a Peugeot without the proper equipment and software.
This is the kind of key that comes with the 'JMA' HU-HCA.P key profile that is identical as the profile of Silca HU 83. This type of key in the 106 or 107, 206 or 306, 208, and 406 models. We have this key profile in stock and are able to cut the key for you, as well as program it to your specific vehicle. Please click on the 'Key Programming Information tab' at the top of the page for more information. Customers who are in the locksmith or motor trades can sign up for a trade account and benefit from our preferential pricing. You can also contact us by using the form below.
The immobiliser
The immobiliser is one of the most secure features in the Peugeot car. It basically uses a tiny glass chip that is hidden inside the key to prevent theft of the vehicle through keeping the engine off. The system is based on a complex algorithm and doesn't require any type of battery to operate. It checks the code of the chip each time the key is placed into the barrel for ignition, and the vehicle will only turn on when it recognizes the chip. If it does not, the fuel supply will be cut off to prevent the engine from running.
This is a fantastic thing and has helped cut car crime dramatically. But it does mean that new Peugeot keys aren't simple to obtain and you will require a locksmith who is specialized in this kind of work. The locksmith will employ standard tools from dealers to create the Peugeot key. He or she will also have to program it to allow the car to start. It can cost between 120 PS to 300 PS, depending on the model and complexity of the key.
Peugeot keys are prone to wear and tear, and eventually fail over time typically about five years. G28 Car Keys are thrown, dropped and get boiling hot and freezing cold frequently and this causes the electronic switches to degrade. The result is tiny hairline cracks to form on the circuit board, which in turn causes the transponder to fail. This is the most typical problem with the Peugeot key and it will usually result in the vehicle not starting or showing an "Immobiliser Fault" message on the dashboard.
If you lose your Peugeot spare or the original key is stolen, you can call a local locksmith to get an alternative. They can help you with a range of car brands and come to you to save you the stress of having to take your vehicle to a workshop or dealership.
A professional can design and program the keys for about 120 PS, but they'll need the right equipment to get your vehicle running. A lot of the cheap key replicas you can buy on eBay or Amazon do not have the correct chips and this could result in the key not working. The keys that are cheap can be made in China and are of poor quality. It is best to purchase a dealer key. If you do lose your key, it is best to have a plan of attack in place to ensure you can get home safely or get to the garage as soon as you can.