How to Create a Peugeot Spare Key
Peugeot cars have an immobiliser system that depends on a small chip in the key to work. When you insert the key into the ignition, it looks for this chip and will start your car if it is located.
Calling a professional auto-locksmith is the best solution if you have issues with your key. The KeyLab have the right technology and equipment to make you an entirely new car key while you are waiting.
The key
The Peugeot car key is a highly-tech piece of equipment. It has an electronic chip that communicates with the vehicle's engine control unit (ECU) to allow the vehicle to start and open its doors. Only a locksmith with the appropriate tools can make an extra Peugeot.
This key 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 specifically programmed for your vehicle. This means the key needs to be cut to the right type, have the correct transponder as well as other components as well as being properly configured for the vehicle's immobiliser system. A professional auto locksmith will be able to perform all of these tasks in the fastest time possible.
Traditionally, Peugeot owners would need to visit their dealer to get replacement keys. Although this is still an option if you have the time and money to wait but it's not the best option in all situations. Dealerships simply don't have the facilities or expertise to handle Peugeot emergency situations that are related to the roadside, in your workplace parking lot or at home when you're relaxing at the end of a long day.
A professional mobile auto locksmith, on the other hand is equipped to deal with your emergency and can have a new Peugeot key made for you within a record time. They can do this at less than the price you would pay when you go directly to the dealer.
If you've got a newer Peugeot model, it will likely have what's called a 'transponder' chip built into its key. This is a further layer of security which will stop your vehicle from starting unless it receives an encoding from the key when it's inserted. It is impossible to duplicate a Peugeot without the appropriate 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 HU 85. The 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 can cut the key for you as well as program it. Please click on the "Key Programming Information tab' at the top of the page to get more details. Customers who are in the locksmith or motor trades can sign up for a trade account to benefit from our preferred pricing. You can also reach us by filling out the form below.
The immobiliser
The immobiliser in the Peugeot is among the most efficient security features. It works by using small glass chips hidden within the key to stop the car from getting started. The system is based on complex code and does not require a battery. The system works by checking the code on the chip each time the key goes into the ignition barrel. The car will start only if the chip is recognized by the. If not, the fuel will be cut to prevent the engine from being started.
This has been a great thing that has reduced the number of crimes committed by cars. However it does mean that the new Peugeot keys aren't easy to find and you'll require a specialist locksmith for this kind of work. The specialist can utilize dealer-standard tools to create the Peugeot spare key and also must program it to allow the car to begin. It can cost between 120 PS to 300 PS, based on the type and complexity of the key.
Peugeot keys are susceptible to wear and tear and eventually fail over time generally around five years. They are dropped, thrown and get boiling hot and freezing cold frequently and this causes the electronic switches to wear out. The result is tiny hairline cracks to form on the circuit board, which in turn causes the transponder to fail. This is the most common problem 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've lost your Peugeot spare key or it is stolen, you can contact an auto locksmith near you to get it replaced. They can assist with a variety of car brands and will arrive at your location, saving you the hassle of being transported back to their workshop or an auto dealer.
The key can be manufactured and programmed by a specialist for around 120 PS however the specialist must have the proper equipment in order to make your car run again. A lot of the cheaper keys that are similar to those you purchase from eBay or Amazon do not contain the correct chips and this can result in the key failing to work. The keys that are cheap can be manufactured in China and are of poor quality. It is preferential to purchase a dealer-grade key. If you do lose your key, it's recommended to have a backup plan in place to ensure you can return home safely, or get to the garage as fast as you can.