How to Create a Peugeot Spare Key
Peugeot cars have an immobiliser system that depends on a small chip inside the key to work. Whenever you insert a key into the ignition, it searches for that chip and will only start your car when it locates it.
If you're experiencing issues with your key, the best option is to call a professional auto locksmith. They have the right technology and machinery to make you an entirely new car key while you are waiting.
The crucial
The Peugeot car key is a nifty piece of technology. The Peugeot car key is equipped with an electronic chip that communicates with vehicle's engine control units (ECUs) to allow it to start the car and open its doors. This means that only a locksmith who has the appropriate tools will be able to create a spare Peugeot key.
This is a key that will replace a damaged worn or lost car key. Contrary to standard key blanks which are available on the internet or in some hardware stores, Peugeot keys must be programmed to function in your specific vehicle. This means that the keys must be cut according to the right kind, have the right transponder and other parts. It also needs to be set up correctly for the security system of your vehicle. A professional auto locksmith will perform all of this within the shortest time.
Traditionally, Peugeot owners would need to go to their dealer to purchase replacement keys. It's an option, but not always the most effective option. Dealerships simply don't have the tools or the experience needed to deal with Peugeot key-related emergencies by the roadside, in your workplace parking lot, or at home while you relax at the end of a long day.
A professional mobile auto locksmith however, is fully equipped to handle any emergency and can have a new Peugeot key for you within a record time. In addition, they'll have the ability to do so at just a fraction of what you'd pay if you went to the dealership.
If you've purchased a more recent Peugeot model you're likely to find what's called a 'transponder' chip embedded in its key. This is a further layer of security which prevents the vehicle from starting unless a special code is received from the key. It is impossible to duplicate a Peugeot without the correct equipment and software.
This is the type of key that comes with a 'JMA' HU-HCA.P key profile that is identical as the profile of Silca 85. This key is also available in the 106 and 107 models as well as the 206,208, 306 and 406 models. We have this key profile in stock and can cut this key for you, as well as program it to your specific vehicle. For more information, look up the 'Key Programming Information tab at the top of this page. Customers who are in the locksmith or motor trades can sign up for a trade account to benefit from our preferred pricing. If you don't have a trade account, you can contact us via the contact form below.
The immobiliser
The immobiliser on the Peugeot is among the most efficient security features. It is essentially a tiny glass chip that is hidden inside the key to stop theft of the vehicle by stopping the engine from turning on. The system is based on a complicated code and doesn't require any kind of battery to operate. It works by checking the coding of the chip every time a key is placed into the barrel of ignition. The car will only turn on only if it recognizes the chip. If it does not then the fuel supply will be cut off, preventing the engine from starting.
This is a very good thing that has cut the amount of car crime drastically. However, it does mean that you'll require an expert locksmith for this kind of work. The locksmith can make use of tools made by dealers to create an Peugeot spare key and will need to program it to allow the car to start. This could cost anything from 120 PS to 300 PS, based on the model of the Peugeot and how complicated the key is.
Peugeot keys are susceptible to wear and will eventually fail over time generally after five years. The electronic switches wear out when they are dropped, thrown, and exposed to extreme temperatures. This results in tiny hairline cracks appearing on the circuit board. it causes the transponder signal to fail. This is the most typical fault with a Peugeot key, and it is usually the cause of the vehicle not starting or having a Immobiliser Fault message on the dashboard.
If you lose your Peugeot spare or the original key has been stolen, you can call a local auto locksmith to obtain the replacement. They can help you with a wide range of vehicle brands, and will visit you to spare you the headache of having to be towed to a dealer or workshop.
The key can be designed and programmed by a specialist for about 120 PS, but the specialist will need have the correct equipment in order to restart your car. Many of the less expensive keys that look like the ones you buy on eBay or Amazon do not contain the correct chips and this could result in the key failing to work. These cheap keys are normally manufactured in China and are often of poor quality, so you should consider buying an official dealer key from the beginning. If peugeot 207 key lose your key, it is recommended to have a backup plan in place to ensure that you can return home safely, or get to the garage as quickly as you can.
