What Is It That Makes Peugeot Car Key Replacement Cost So Popular?

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Whether you have lost your Peugeot keys to your car, or damaged them, a professional locksmith will create replacements for just a fraction of the cost that dealerships charge. A locksmith for cars has the latest technology, machinery and tools to complete the job.

Peugeot cars come with an immobiliser built-in system that works by using the transponder chip hidden inside the key. When the chip is inserted into the ignition, it transmits a code that disables the immobiliser.

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It's happened to the very best of us - you are refuelling your car at a petrol station or removing your shopping from the trunk when you realise that you've left your keys at home. In such a situation, you can either contact your Peugeot dealer or you can request a locksmith from your local area for assistance. A reputable auto-locksmith must have the equipment and technology to create an additional Peugeot key right on the spot.

The majority of Peugeot vehicles from 1995 and up to date have an immobiliser that is installed by the factory system that works in synchronisation by using a small glass chip concealed within the key casing. The chip contains an encrypted code that is impossible to copy. Each time you insert your keys into the ignition barrel it scans for the code and sends it electronically to the immobiliser system in the car. If the chip isn't present, the car's fuel supply is shut off and the engine will not start.

A professional Peugeot locksmith should have the tools and the technology to make a key for your vehicle on the spot at less than the cost of a dealership. They may even visit you so that you don't have to worry about having your car towed back to the dealership. These types of situations are usually covered by car insurance companies, meaning you can get an alternative key for your Peugeot car faster than you think.

Transponder Chips

Transponder chips are found in the car keys of most Peugeots manufactured since 1995. It's a miniature electronic chip that has non-volatile memory which is a form of memory that doesn't require constant energy for retention. In addition, there is a set of windings (very fine wires that are wrapped around a tube) similar to those found in an electric motor. When the key is inserted into the ignition barrel, it transmits this information to the Peugeot's immobiliser system and if the correct information is received the engine will start.

This makes it harder for a novice or an old-fashioned car thief to hot-wire the Peugeot. But it's not 100% secure and even this kind of security system can be bypassed with the appropriate knowledge.

A professional locksmith can make an additional Peugeot key that contains a transponder chip. The key fob needs to be removed (using pliers or a screwdriver). The locksmith will then take off the plastic cover, and then put the transponder chip onto a piece of tape, before affixing it to the ignition lock. They can then try to start the car with the key that has been dismantled. If the chip does not work the way it should, it can be relocated.

Immobilisers

Immobilisers have become standard in nearly all modern vehicles. They stop the car from starting until it is powered by keys or a key fob that's authorized. When they are activated the immobilisers transmit an individual code to your car's ECU. If the code doesn't match that of the vehicle's ECU then the ECU won't allow the engine to start. It will also shut down the starter motor and fuel pump.

While they're very effective at preventing car theft they should be updated from time to time to ensure that thieves can't find ways around them. For example researchers have claimed to be able to hack into security systems, and have had a car started in under 30 minutes.

To counter this, insurance approved immobilisers should be able to stop two of the three primary components that allow a car to run; that is, the ignition system and the starter motor. These kinds of security are called class 1 and are the most secure you can find without having a complete alarm system installed as well.

Fortunately, they can be reset or reconfigured with the assistance of an experienced auto locksmith who has access to standard equipment from dealers. They can come to your home or office and cut or program and provide you with new Peugeot keys before a dealer could do it at just a fraction of the price dealers charge.

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The majority of the new Peugeot automobiles come with key fobs that allow you to unlock the doors and even start the engine with a click of a button. This is convenient, however there are a few risks that are associated with this technology. Certain thieves have discovered ways to interfere with the signal between the fob and the car and gain access to the vehicle. To prevent this most modern fobs are equipped with security features, like pseudo-random code generation to stop the same unlocking code from being sent out repeatedly.

Modern fobs do more than unlock your car. They can also open the windows, or call and park the car at the touch of the button. This is especially useful if you're in a parking lot with a different driver. Certain key fobs have an emergency button that can be useful in the event of an emergency. Some experts recommend keeping your car key fob close by your bed to activate the panic button in case you hear strange sounds at night.

It is possible to reprogram your key fob if it's lost or damaged. You can do this at the dealership, but it's typically cheaper to get an automotive locksmith to handle it for you. We'll get your key fob in shape and working like new in no time.