Replacement Car Keys Peugeot
Finding replacement keys for your car peugeot at the dealership can be costly. It will cost you the car to be towed there and then wait while they make keys for you.
A car locksmith is equipped with the necessary technical knowledge and skills to provide this service on-site with a lower price.
Mechanical Keys
Peugeot's mechanical keys work in conjunction with the immobiliser. When you insert the mechanical key into the lock the transponder's small size sends a signal to the vehicle, indicating that it has been properly inserted. The signal is detected by the immobiliser system and if everything is correct, the engine will begin.
The key's microchip is encrypted by a complex code that cannot be overridden or penetrated and doesn't require any kind of power source. G28 cuts off the fuel supply to the engine if a wrong chip or stolen one is detected. Your Peugeot won't start.
If you need a new key, or your current one has been lost or stolen, you need to locate a locksmith in your area that specializes in Peugeot key programming. This will ensure that your locksmith has the dealer-standard equipment to program your new key.
A professional auto locksmith will make an extra Peugeot car key right there for you, whether you're stuck on the side of the highway or in the parking lot of your office or even at home. This will save you money, as you won't have your Peugeot taken back to the dealership. You'll also be able to get back on the road quickly. A highly-trained, experienced and reputable locksmith can provide this service at a lower cost than the price you would pay at a car dealership.
Transponder Keys
Many Peugeot models come with transponder chips inside that enhances the security of your vehicle. This means that you cannot start your car until the correct key is present.
This is a great thing as it makes it a lot more difficult for criminals to copy or replicate your keys and get into the car. If you lose your transponder, or it is stolen the process to obtain a new key can be expensive.
A professional locksmith in the automotive industry can program a new transponder. The locksmith will have the necessary equipment to program your transponder keys and is usually less expensive than visiting your dealer.
The process of getting a new transponder chip programmed for your key is an electronic system that reads the information from the immobiliser in your car. The information is then copied onto the new chip that is in your key. Once the key is programmed, it can be used in your Peugeot.
There are a few types of transponder keys for Peugeot automobiles. These include regular transponder keys, FOBIK chips and proximity smart keys. An automotive locksmith can replace all of these. It's a good idea if you have one, to always have an extra in case you lose or misplace the original.
Remote Fobs to Lock
The majority of modern cars come with a remote locking fob (often referred to as a key fob) with buttons to unlock doors and trunk, or remotely activating your vehicle. Keys like these are also known as keyless entry systems or transponder keys for remotes. They transmit an encoded code to your car's engine control unit when you press the buttons. If you lose your key fob, or the battery dies, you'll need to buy and program the new one.
You can find a locksmith who specializes in your brand of vehicle. Some dealers will not program new fobs for keys until you have proof of ownership or registration. Some online retailers provide key fobs programmed to be delivered directly to your door, however you'll still need to know how to replace the battery in the fob.
In the ideal scenario you could depend on your local car dealership to resolve any issues with your key fob -that is, if you have the time and funds for it. Luckily, there are car locksmiths who can work with the latest Peugeot models to create spare keys and reprogram the key fob. They will come to you and complete the process at a much more convenient and affordable cost than you'd pay a dealer. Contrary to some locksmiths, these mobile experts can deal with multiple models of cars.
Keyless Entry
Car key fobs are a great feature in a Peugeot but they can be costly to replace in the event of loss. The key fob is essentially an electronic remote control which opens your door and can also start the engine on some vehicles. The key fob is generally constructed of metal and comes with tiny screens that display buttons. It also has one button that sends out an alarm that the immobiliser recognizes as the right code to allow the car to begin.
The cost of replacing a fob varies on the type of key your vehicle uses. Older mechanical keys can be copied from a hardware stores for less than $10, while modern smart key fobs will have to be ordered from the dealer and paired with your vehicle, which could be expensive up to $200.
Most locksmiths can cut standard keys for Peugeots if you know the year and model of your vehicle and prove ownership (registration or a title is sufficient). The process of duplicating keys involves positioning the original key on one side of a machine where the key guide keeps both keys in line. The machine then moves both keys at the same time across a specialized cutting tool and creates a copy that is identical to the original.
Peugeot spare keys without transponder or smart technology have to be programmed to activate the immobilizer. The automotive locksmith or dealer could do this, based on the Peugeot model and the specifications for coding.