How to Create a Peugeot Spare Key
Peugeot cars come with an immobiliser that is exclusive to them. It relies on a hidden chip in the keys for it 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.
If you are having issues with your keys, the best solution is to contact a professional auto locksmith. They are equipped with the latest technology and tools to make you an entirely new car key while you wait.
G28 Car Keys is a nifty piece of technology. The key for the Peugeot car has 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 ensures that only a locksmith that has the appropriate tools can make an extra Peugeot key.
This key replaces worn or damaged car key. Peugeot keys aren't the same as regular blanks that you can purchase on the internet or in some hardware stores. They have to be specifically programmed for your vehicle. This means that the key needs to be cut to the correct model, and have the right transponder as well as other components as well as be set up for the vehicle's immobiliser system. A professional auto locksmith is competent to complete all these tasks in the fastest time possible.
Traditionally, Peugeot owners would need to go to their dealer to obtain replacement keys. It's an option, but not always the best option. Dealerships do not have the facilities or expertise to deal with Peugeot key-related emergencies by the roadside, in your workplace parking lot, or even at home as you relax at the end of your long day.
A mobile auto locksmith is able to handle any situation and can create a new Peugeot car key for you in record-breaking time. Plus, they'll be able to do so at less than the price you'd have to pay if you went to the dealership.
If you're using a newer Peugeot model that is available, it's likely to have something called a "transponder" chip built into its key. This is an additional layer of security that blocks the vehicle from starting until a particular code is received from the key. This is what makes it impossible to duplicate the Peugeot key without the right equipment and software.
This is the type of key that comes with JMA's HU-HCA.P key profile, which is the same as the profile of Silca 833. 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 our inventory and are able to cut the key for you, as well as program it to your specific vehicle. Click on the Key Programming Information tab' at the top of the page to find more details. Customers who are in the motor trade or locksmith sector can sign up for a business account to view our special pricing. You can also contact us via the contact form below.
The immobiliser
The immobiliser is one the most effective security features in a Peugeot car. It operates by using the tiny glass chip that is in the key to prevent the vehicle from getting started. The system works on a complex code and does not require a battery. The system works by checking the coding on the chip every time the key is put into the ignition barrel. The car will start only if the chip is recognized by the. If not then the fuel supply will be cut off to stop the engine from running.
This has been a great thing that has reduced the number of crimes committed by cars. However, it does mean that you'll require a locksmith to do this type of work. The locksmith can make use of tools from a dealer to make an Peugeot spare key and will need to program it in order for the car to start. This could cost anywhere from 120 PS to 300 PS, based on the type and complexity of the key.
Peugeot keys are susceptible to wear and will eventually fail over time, usually after five years. They are thrown, dropped and get boiling hot and freezing cold frequently and this causes the electronic switches to deteriorate. This leads to tiny hairline cracks appearing on the circuit board, and it causes the transponder signal to fail. This is the most common fault on a Peugeot key. It usually results in the car not being able to start or a dashboard message saying 'Immobiliser Failure'.
If you do lose your Peugeot spare key, or if the original is stolen, you can go to an auto locksmith in your neighborhood to get it replaced. These experts can assist with a range of car brands, and they'll be there to save you the stress of having to be taken to a garage or dealership.
A professional can design and program the keys for around 120 PS, however they'll require the proper equipment to get your vehicle running again. A large portion of the cheaper keys that look like the ones you purchase from eBay or Amazon don't contain the correct chips and this can result in the key failing to work. These keys that are cheap are usually made in China and can be very low-quality, so you are better off buying a dealer-grade key from the beginning. If you lose your key, it is best to have an emergency plan in place to ensure that you are able to return home safely or get to the garage as quickly as you can.