[Status: Resolved] Peugeot Sum Up not accepting cloned key - code problem?

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Where's the key code stored in a Peugeot Sum Up for making new keys?

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Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Peugeot Sum Up. This is a lifesaver.

Appreciate any advice—my Peugeot Sum Up won’t recognize the key.

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