How to Create a peugeot 308 key fob replacement Spare Key

Peugeot cars have an exclusive immobiliser system which relies on a tiny chip in the key to work. When you insert a new key into the ignition it seeks out the chip and will only start the car if it locates it.

The call to a professional auto locksmith is the best option if you are having trouble with your key. They have the necessary technology and tools to make you new keys for your car while you wait.

The crucial

The Peugeot car key is a nifty piece of technology. The Peugeot car key comes with an electronic chip that communicates with the vehicle's engine control units (ECUs) to allow it to start the car and open its doors. This technology means that only a locksmith equipped with the right tools will be able to make a spare Peugeot key.

This is a key that will replace a damaged worn or lost car key. Peugeot keys are not the typical blanks you can purchase from the internet or at some hardware stores. They have to be programmed for your specific vehicle. This means that the key must be cut according to the correct type, contain the correct transponder, as well as other components. Also, it has to be configured properly for the security system of your vehicle. A professional auto locksmith is able to complete all this in the shortest time.

Peugeot owners used to have to visit their dealer in order to obtain replacement keys. It's an option, but not always the most effective option. Dealerships do not have the equipment or know-how to handle Peugeot critical emergencies on the roadside, at work or at home.

A professional mobile auto locksmith, however is fully equipped to handle your emergency and will have a brand new Peugeot key created for you in a matter of minutes. Furthermore, they'll be able to do this at a fraction of the cost that you'd pay to the dealership.

You'll likely find a 'transponder chip' inside the key of an Peugeot model that is newer. This is an additional layer of security that blocks the vehicle from starting until a particular code is received from the key. This is why it's impossible to duplicate a Peugeot key without the proper equipment and software.

This is the kind of key that will have the 'JMA' HU-HCA.P key profile, which is the same as the profile of Silca 833. You can also find this kind of key in the 106, 107, 206, 306, 208 and 406 models. We have this key profile in our inventory and are able to cut the key for you, as well as program it to the specific vehicle you have. Click on the Key Programming Information tab' at the top of the page to get more details. Customers in the locksmith or motor trade industry can sign up for an account with a business account to see our special pricing. Contact us by filling out the form below.

The immobiliser

The immobiliser in the Peugeot is among the most efficient security features. It is essentially a tiny glass chip hidden within the key to prevent theft of the vehicle through keeping the engine off. The system works on a complex code and does not require batteries. It checks the coding of the chip every time a key is in the barrel of ignition, and the car will only start in the event that it recognizes the chip. If not, fuel will be cut to prevent the engine from starting.

This is a wonderful thing that has reduced car crime drastically. However, it also means that new Peugeot keys are not easy to get and you need a specialist locksmith for this kind of work. The specialist can use dealer-standard tools to create the Peugeot spare key and also must program it to allow the car to begin. This could cost anything from 120 PS to 300 PS depending on the model of the peugeot 3008 key fob (hyperlink) and the complexity of the key is.

Peugeot keys are prone to wear and will eventually fail generally after five years. The electronic switches get damaged when they are dropped, thrown or exposed to extreme temperatures. This results in tiny hairline cracks appearing on the circuit board and it causes the transponder signal to fail. This is the most frequent fault on a Peugeot key. It usually results in the car not starting or a dashboard message that reads 'Immobiliser Failure'.

If you have lost your Peugeot spare key, or if the original key is stolen, then you can contact a local auto locksmith to get a replacement. These experts can help with a range of car brands, and they will come to you to save you the headache of having to be towed to a garage or dealership.

A professional can make and program the keys for about 120 PS, but they will need the correct equipment to get your vehicle running. Many of the less expensive keys that look like the ones you purchase on eBay or Amazon do not have the correct chips, and this can result in the key failing to work. The keys that are cheap can be made in China, and aren't of the highest quality. It is best to purchase a dealer-grade key. If you lose your key, it's a good idea to have a plan of attack in place to ensure you can return home safely, or get to the garage as fast as possible.