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A professional locksmith can design replacement keys for Peugeot automobiles at less than what dealerships charge. An auto locksmith has the most modern technology, equipment and tools to complete the job.

Peugeot cars come with an immobiliser built-in system that operates through an embedded transponder chip within the key. When it is inserted in the ignition the chip transmits a code that disables the immobiliser.

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It happens to everyone - you are filling up your car with fuel or loading your trunk and realize you have left your keys behind. In this situation you can contact your Peugeot dealer or seek out a local locksmith for assistance. A reputable auto locksmith should have the machinery, technological skills and tools needed to make the Peugeot spare key on the spot.

Most Peugeots from 1995 onwards have an immobiliser system installed at the factory. It works in conjunction with the tiny glass chip that is located inside the key casing. The chip contains an encrypted code that is not possible to duplicate. Each when you insert your key into the ignition barrel it checks for the code and transmits it electronically to the immobiliser system in the car. The fuel supply to the car is cut off if the chip is missing. The engine won't start.

Professional Peugeot locksmiths can create new keys for your car right away and at a fraction of the cost of dealerships. They can come to you and you don't have to be concerned about having your car transported to the dealer. Car insurance companies often cover these types of scenarios also, meaning you can receive a replacement key for your stolen or lost Peugeot keys to your car sooner than you think.

Transponder Chips

The majority of Peugeot cars built since 1995 include a transponder chips inside their car keys. It's a tiny electronic chip that is comprised of non-volatile memory a type of memory that doesn't require constant energy to maintain. Additionally, it has several windings (very delicate wires twisted around a tube) similar to those you'd see in an electric motor. When you insert a key into the ignition barrel, it sends this information to the immobiliser and if the correct information is received the engine will start.

This makes the Peugeot more difficult to get away from a novice car thief who might attempt to wire it. However, it's not foolproof and even this type of security system is a possibility to bypass with the right information.

A professional locksmith will be able to create an additional peugeot 308 key fob replacement key that contains a transponder chip. The key fob will need to be removed (using pliers or a screwdriver). The locksmith will remove the plastic cover and then place the transponder chip onto a piece tape, before affixing it onto the ignition lock. They will then be able to try starting the car with the dismantled key. If the chip doesn't work it can be moved.

Immobilisers

Immobilisers are now standard in nearly all modern vehicles. They prevent the car from starting when it's not powered by a key or key fob that's been authorized. When they are activated by these immobilisers, they send an unique code to your car's ECU. If the code doesn't match that of the vehicle's ECU, the ECU will not allow the engine start. It also disables the starter motor and fuel pump.

These systems are effective in preventing car theft but they must be maintained regularly to ensure that thieves can't overcome them. For example, researchers have claimed to be able to hack into some security systems and get an automobile started in less than 30 minutes.

To combat this, insurance-approved immobilisers need to be able to block two of the three major components that make a car run, namely the ignition, fuel system, and the starter motor. These security systems are class 1 and the most secure without alarm system.

They can be reset with an auto locksmith having access to the standard equipment of dealers. This means they can visit you at your workplace or at home and cut, program and hand over new Peugeot keys weeks before a dealership would be able to do so at a fraction of the cost.

Remote Locking Fobs

The majority of new Peugeots have key fobs that can be used to unlock the doors and start the engine with a simple press of one button. This technology is very convenient however, it has its own dangers. Some thieves have discovered ways to intercept the signal transmitted between the fobs, and the cars, allowing them access to the vehicles. To stop this, the majority of newer fobs have security features such as pseudo-random codes to prevent the same unlocking code from being sent out repeatedly.

Modern fobs can do much more than just unlock the car. With a simple push of the key, they can also lower the windows and even park the car. This feature is especially useful if there's a driver in close proximity to you when parking. Certain key fobs include panic buttons, which can be helpful in times of need. Some experts recommend keeping your car's key fob by the bedside to hit the panic button when you notice suspicious sounds in the night.

You may have to re-program your key fob if it is lost or damaged. This can be done at the dealer, but it's generally cheaper to have an automotive locksmith do it. We can get your key fob in working order and looking brand new in a matter of minutes.