Puma Keys

[circlethewagons]

I want to get a third spare key.

- Are the keys on the Puma (not the fob) chip encoded? ie. do they have an immobiliser chip in them? Can I just get a spare cut at Bunnings to unlock and start the car?
- Do I need to use the fob to disable the alarm\immobiliser or can I just use the key?

Had a mate whos key broke in the middle of the Simpson and I would like a simple spare hidden on the outside when travelling.

[travelrover]

Our 2012 is not. Had so many ignition barrel failures now have a Perenti barrel and doors are keyed all the same, so if (when) the fob fails you can still access the vehicle

[Robmacca]

I want to get a third spare key.

- Are the keys on the Puma (not the fob) chip encoded? ie. do they have an immobiliser chip in them? Can I just get a spare cut at Bunnings to unlock and start the car?
- Do I need to use the fob to disable the alarm\immobiliser or can I just use the key?

Had a mate whos key broke in the middle of the Simpson and I would like a simple spare hidden on the outside when travelling.


Bunnings definitely won't do it anymore - they only do the basic keys these days. Might be better going to a locksmith or a Mr Mint shop

[austastar]

Hi, opening with just the key will put it into alarm mode. Won't start and horn beeping.
Cheers

[Landy_Lover]

Yep, what austastar said. I used to throw the key in my wetsuit while surfing and when I opened the door it would trigger the alarm until I shut it up with the fob that I would leave on the steering column tray. The key will get you in, but thats it. Could keep a key on the outside and a fob on the inside I suppose.
I have since had the alarm and immobiliser bypassed while I sorted out a few electrical issues, so it doesn't do it anymore. Will be reinstating all the security stuff at next service.

I'm in Bris and have a Nanocom if you need another fob coded.

Cheers

[travelrover]

Hi, opening with just the key will put it into alarm mode. Won't start and horn beeping.
Cheers

Ours must have been disabled by the previous owner as we have not had this problem.

[austastar]

Ours must have been disabled by the previous owner as we have not had this problem.Hi,
Had mine done a few years ago after being locked out spontaneously.
I consider theft a low risk vs another lockout .
Cheers