How to Create a Peugeot Spare Key

Peugeot cars have an unique immobiliser which relies on a tiny chip inside the key to function. When you insert the key into the ignition, it searches for the chip and will turn off your car when it is found.

If you are having issues with your key the best option is to call an auto locksmith professional. They have the necessary technology and equipment to create you a new car key while you are waiting.

The key

The Peugeot car key is an innovative piece of technology. The key for the Peugeot car has an electronic chip that communicates with vehicle's engine control units (ECUs) to enable it to start the car and unlock its doors. This means that only a locksmith who has the right tools will be able to create a spare Peugeot key.

This key will replace the worn out or damaged car key. Peugeot keys are not the ordinary blanks you purchase online or at hardware stores. They must be specifically programmed for your vehicle. This means that the key needs to be cut according to the right model, have the proper transponder and other components. Also, it has to be configured properly for the security system in your vehicle. A professional auto locksmith is able to complete all this in the shortest amount of time.

Traditionally, Peugeot owners would need to go to their dealer for replacement keys. While that's still an option if you have the time and funds to wait however, it's not the ideal solution in a lot of cases. Dealerships don't have enough facilities or expertise to handle peugeot 307 key replacement crucial emergencies at the side of the road, in your office parking lot or at home, as you unwind at the end of your long day.

A professional mobile auto locksmith, on the other hand is equipped to handle any emergency and can have a new Peugeot key created for you in a matter of minutes. Furthermore, they'll be able to do this for just a fraction of what that you'd pay to the dealership.

If you've purchased a more recent Peugeot model you're likely to find what's called a 'transponder' chip built into its key. This is an additional layer of security that blocks your vehicle from being started without a code received from the key. This is what makes it impossible to duplicate a Peugeot key without the right equipment and software.

This key will sport the profile JMA HU-HCA.P The profile is the exact same as Silca HU83. You can also find this kind of key in the 106 and 107, 206, 208, 306 and 406 models. We have this profile in stock and we're able to cut the key for you as well as program it. 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 trade business can sign up for an account with a business account to see our special pricing. Otherwise, you can contact us using the contact form below.

The immobiliser

The immobiliser is among the most secure features in the Peugeot car. It is operated by small glass chips inside the key to prevent the car from starting. The system is based on complex code and does not require batteries. It works by checking the coding of the chip each time the key is placed into the barrel for ignition, and the car will only be turned on if it recognises the chip. If it does not, fuel will be cut to prevent the engine from getting started.

This is a wonderful thing that has cut the amount of car crime drastically. However, it means, that you will need an expert locksmith to carry out this type of work. The locksmith will make use of tools made by dealers to create a Peugeot key. The locksmith will also need to program it so that the car can start. It could cost anything from 120 PS to 300 PS depending on the model of the peugeot 207 key replacement and the complexity of the key is.

Peugeot keys are susceptible to wear and tear and eventually fail generally, within five years. They are thrown, dropped and are hot, boiling and freezing cold frequently and this causes the electronic switches' condition to decline. The result is tiny hairline cracks that appear on the circuit board which then causes the transponder to fail. This is the most common fault with the Peugeot key and it is usually the cause of the car not starting or showing an Immobiliser Fault message on the dashboard.

If you lose your Peugeot spare key or the original has been stolen, you can contact an auto locksmith in your area to have it replaced. They will assist you with a number of different auto brands and will be there for you, avoiding you the hassle of being taken back to their workshop or a dealership.

A professional can create and program the key for around 120 PS, however they'll require the proper equipment to get your vehicle functioning again. A lot of the keys you can purchase on eBay or Amazon do not have the right chips, which can cause the key to malfunction. These cheap keys are normally made in China and can be low-quality, so you are better off buying a dealer key from the beginning. It is crucial to have a backup plan in the event that you lose your key. This will ensure that you reach home safely or the garage as soon as you can.