How to Create a Peugeot Spare Key
Peugeot cars are equipped with a unique immobiliser system that relies on a small chip concealed in the key to function. When you insert the key into the ignition, it searches for this chip and will only turn off your car when it is found.
Calling a professional auto-locksmith is the best solution if you have issues with your key. They are equipped with the latest technology and machinery to make you new keys for your car while you are waiting.
The key
The Peugeot car key is a sophisticated piece of equipment. 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 open its doors. Only a locksmith with appropriate tools can make a spare Peugeot.
This key will replace an old or damaged car key. Contrary to standard key blanks which are available on the internet or in some hardware stores, Peugeot keys must be programmed for your specific vehicle. This means that the key has to be cut to the right model, and have the right transponder, as well as other components, and be programmed for the immobiliser system. A professional auto locksmith will do all of this in the shortest time.
Traditionally, Peugeot owners would need to visit their dealer to get replacement keys. Although this is still an option should you have the time and funds to wait but it's not the best option in all cases. Dealerships do not have the right equipment or experience to handle Peugeot crucial emergencies at the roadside, at your workplace or at home.
G28 can be equipped to handle any emergency situation and can create a brand new Peugeot car key for you in record-breaking time. Additionally, they'll be able to do so at a fraction of the cost that you'd pay to the dealership.
There's a chance to find a "transponder chip' inside the key of an Peugeot model that's newer. This is an additional layer of security that blocks the vehicle from starting without a code received from the key. It is impossible to duplicate an Peugeot without the right equipment and software.
This is the type of key that has JMA's HU-HCA.P key profile which is the exact same as that of Silca HU 85. You can also find this kind of key in the 106, 107, 206, 208, 306 and 406 models. We have this profile in stock and we're able to cut the key for you and program it. For more details, go to the Key Programming Information section at the top of this page. Customers who are working in the motor or locksmith trades can sign up for a trade account to view our pricing discounts. You can also contact us via the form below.
The immobiliser
The immobiliser is one of the best bits of security in the Peugeot car. It is operated by tiny glass chips that are in the key to stop the car from beginning. The system is based on a complex code and doesn't require any type of battery to operate. The system works by checking the code on the chip each time the key goes into the ignition barrel. The car will start if it recognizes the chip. If not, fuel will be cut to stop the engine from getting started.
This is a great idea and has reduced the rate of car theft dramatically. However, it means, that you will need a locksmith to do this type of work. The specialist will use standard tools from dealers to make a Peugeot key. They will also need to program it to allow the car to start. This could cost anywhere from 120 PS and 300 PS, depending on the type and complexity of the key.
Peugeot keys are prone to wear and eventually fail with time, usually after five years. The electronic switches degrade when they are dropped, thrown, and exposed to extreme temperatures. This causes tiny hairline cracks that appear on the circuit board which causes the transponder to fail. This is the most typical fault that occurs 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 do lose your Peugeot spare key, or if the original is stolen, you can visit an auto locksmith near you to have it replaced. They can assist you with a variety of automobile brands and will be able to visit you, avoiding you the hassle of being transported back to their workshop or a dealership.
The key can be manufactured and programmed by a specialist at around 120 PS however the specialist will need to have the correct equipment in order to bring your car back to life. A lot of the cheaper keys available on eBay or Amazon don't have the proper chips, which can cause the key to stop working. These cheap keys are normally made in China and can be poor quality, which is why you should consider buying a dealer key right from the beginning. It is essential to have a plan in the event of losing your key. This will ensure you return home safely or get to the garage as soon as possible.