What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob is a useful feature that allows drivers to start their vehicle from an extended distance. This is beneficial during cold or hot weather and allows drivers to warm the interior and engine before getting inside the vehicle.
Dealerships can program and design new Peugeot keys however, only if they are able to do so. KeyNOW can cut programs, cut, and deliver new Peugeot keys faster than you can at KeyNOW.
Keyless Entry
Some key fobs can also start your car's engine. This can be useful if you have to leave your vehicle on hot days, or if you're carrying large objects in the boot that make it difficult to open the door manually. Press the unlock button on your key fob a few times to unlock the car. The door locks will lock and the red light will begin to flash. If not then the battery in your key fob might be dead and requires replacement. Alternately, the RF interference created by nearby buildings could disrupt your system.
Some key fobs have physical keys that can be used to unlock your car (often for the driver's side door, but sometimes the boot as well). They can typically be opened by flipping up a flap on the fob, or pressing a button on the case. The physical key may then be removed from the slot of the case, allowing access to the lock.
Key fobs can be damaged by water, particularly if the chips inside them are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some instances, a chip that is damaged could cause key fobs to cease working. In this instance the key fob has to be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths often provide replacement keys faster than a dealer, and at a lesser cost.
Remote Start
peugeot replacement key can start your car and not need to carry your keys with you. This is especially helpful if it's hot outside and you want to cool your car down while running the errands. However, there are some things you need to know prior to using this feature.
Some key fobs have a separate remote engine start button (for instance Ford's keyfob has an arrow-shaped circular shape that runs clockwise) that you need to press in order to remotely start your car. Other key fobs, like Mazda's key fob, require you to first lock the key and then press the start button.
If you're unable to start your car, you could have a dead or weak battery in the key fob. This is due to the fact that the key fob's batteries are no longer able to send an energizing signal to the car's system.
If this happens, you can either replace the batteries or re-program your key fob. This process varies from car to vehicle, but you can generally follow the instructions in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can help with this process - we've got the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at the workplace, at home or even if you're stuck at the side of the road.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote system enables you to lock or unlock your vehicle by pressing the button on your key fob. The key fob, which is different from the standard key that has an opening in the middle, is designed to store a secret copy of the car keys inside.
To do this, it utilizes an exclusive radio signal that is only sent when the key is within a specified range of the car. Once the signal is detected an internal solenoid within the door lock converts the electronic signal into the mechanical action. This turns a rod to operate the door locks, the same way a physical key would.
If a Peugeot key fob isn't locking or unlocking the vehicle, there are many possible causes. The most common cause is a dead coin battery, which can be replaced in minutes. Other causes include worn buttons water damage signal interference or a defective electronic chip.
Modern vehicles require a high degree of precision to function and the key fob is not immune to this. Key fobs can be programed incorrectly or have an issue with the hardware that stops it from responding to a signal from the vehicle. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram your key fob to ensure it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot were one of the first car makers to use an immobiliser chip in a key. This stops the vehicle from starting if it detects an incorrect signal being sent from the key to the car. In the beginning, this is great but as they age the chips may wear out and start to cause issues. It usually starts with a message saying 'anti theft system active on the dashboard or a warning light flashing with the message 'immobiliser fault'.
Typically Peugeot dealerships need to be asked to create and program replacement keys. A mobile locksmith will have dealer-standard equipment on their van. This means they can create new Peugeot keys at home or at the roadside quicker than dealers.
Peugeot keys usually start to fail when the key blade begins to wear out. The wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop feeding into the lock correctly which causes more wear on the locks themselves. The issue can be solved by simply changing the blade. It can also be beneficial to have the teeth of the keys rehabilitated to ensure that they function smoothly. This is something only a trained auto locksmith can accomplish however it will reduce the hassle and expense in the long run.