How to Create a Peugeot Spare Key

Peugeot cars come with an immobiliser system that relies on a tiny chip inside the key to work. When you insert the key into the ignition, it scans for the chip and will turn off your car when it is located.

Contacting a professional auto-locksmith the best solution if you are having issues with your key. They'll have the latest technology and equipment to cut a new peugeot key fob key while they wait.

The key

The Peugeot car key is a high-tech piece of equipment. It is equipped with an electronic chip inside that communicates with the engine control unit (ECU) to allow the vehicle to start and open its doors. Only a locksmith equipped with the proper tools can create a spare Peugeot.

This key can replace a damaged worn or lost car key. Peugeot keys are not the ordinary blanks you purchase from the internet or at some hardware stores. They need to be programmed specifically for your vehicle. This means the key needs to be cut to the proper type, have the appropriate transponder and other components, in addition to being programmed for the immobiliser system. A professional auto locksmith is able to complete all this in the shortest amount of time.

Peugeot owners used to have to visit their dealer in order to get keys replacement. Although this is still an option when you have the time and funds to wait around for it, it isn't an ideal solution in many instances. Dealerships do not have the tools or the experience needed to handle Peugeot critical emergencies on the highway, in your workplace parking lot or at home as you relax at the end of your long day.

A mobile auto locksmith is equipped to handle any situation and can make a new Peugeot car key for you in record time. Plus, they'll be able to do so at just a fraction of what you'd pay if you went to the dealership.

There's a good chance that you'll find a "transponder chip' in the key of a Peugeot model that's newer. This is a further layer of security which prevents your vehicle from being started until a particular code is received from the key. This is what makes it impossible to duplicate a Peugeot key without the correct equipment and software.

The key will have the profile JMA HU-HCA.P', which is the exact same as Silca HU83. This key is also available in the 106 and 107 models, along with the 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. For more information, look up the 'Key Programming Information on the top of this page. Customers who are working in the motor or locksmith trades can sign up for a trade account and benefit from our preferred pricing. Contact us via the contact form below.

The immobiliser

The immobiliser in the Peugeot is among the most effective security features. It basically uses a tiny glass chip that is hidden inside the key to stop theft of the vehicle through keeping the engine off. The system is based on a complicated code and doesn't require any kind of battery to operate. The system works by checking the coding on the chip every time a key is inserted into the ignition barrel. The car will only start 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 great thing that has cut the amount of car crime drastically. However, it also means that the new Peugeot keys are not easy to get and you require a professional locksmith for this kind of job. The locksmith will employ tools that are standard for dealers to make a Peugeot key. He or she will also have to program it to allow the car to start. This can cost anything between 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 tear and will eventually fail, usually around five years. The electronic switches degrade when they are dropped, thrown or exposed to extreme temperatures. This causes tiny hairline cracks appearing on the circuit board, and this, in turn, causes the transponder signal to fail. This is the most common problem with a Peugeot key. It is usually a result in the car not being able to start or a message on the dashboard that reads 'Immobiliser Failure'.

If you lose your Peugeot spare key or it is stolen, you can contact an auto locksmith in your area to have it replaced. These experts can assist you with a variety of car brands and be there to save you the hassle of having to take your vehicle to a dealership or workshop.

The key can be created and programmed by a specialist at around 120 PS however the specialist will need to have the correct equipment in order to make your car run again. Many of the cheaper keys you can purchase on eBay or Amazon don't have the proper chips, which can cause the key to stop working. The keys that are cheap can be manufactured in China and are of poor quality. It is best to buy a dealer key. It is crucial to have a plan in case you lose your key. This will ensure that you return home safely or get to the garage as quickly as possible.