What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob lets drivers start the car from afar. This is useful in cold or hot weather, as it allows drivers to warm the engine and the interior before getting inside the vehicle.
Car dealerships can create and program new Peugeot keys for you however, only if you have the time to wait weeks for them to do so. At KeyNOW, we can cut programs, cut and deliver new Peugeot keys to you, much faster.
Keyless Entry
Along with opening and locking your car doors, some key fobs can also be used to start the engine. This is useful when you have to leave the vehicle during hot weather, or if you're carrying heavy items in your boot which make it difficult to open the door manually. To unlock the car using your key fob, press the unlock button a few times in quick sequence. The door locks will be locked and the red light will begin to flash. If it doesn't, the battery in the key fob could be dead and requires replacement. Alternatively, RF interference from nearby buildings may disrupt your system.
Certain key fobs can also be equipped with physical keys that can be used to open your vehicle (often for the driver's side door, but sometimes the boot as well). They can typically be opened by flipping up the flap on the fob, or a button on the case. The key's physical part can be removed from an opening in the case to access the lock.
Key fobs can be damaged by water - especially if the chips inside them are exposed to soapy or salty water. In certain instances keys will cease to function completely due to an issue with the chip. In this situation the key fob needs to be replaced by the dealer. Locksmiths can supply replacement keys much quicker and at a lower cost than dealerships.
Remote Start
If your key fob has the remote start feature, it can start the engine without needing to have your car keys on hand. This is particularly helpful in hot weather and you want to cool down your car while doing around. However, there are some important things to be aware of prior to using this feature.
Certain key fobs have a remote engine start button that you can press to start your vehicle remotely (for example, Ford has a circular arrow that is moving clockwise on its key fob). Others, like Mazda's, require that you first lock the key and then press the start button.
There could be a dead or weak battery in your key fob, if you're unable to start your car. This is because the batteries inside the key fob aren't strong enough to send a strong signal to the car's system.
If this happens, you'll need to either replace the batteries or reprogram your key fob. This procedure varies from car to vehicle, but you can generally follow the directions in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are also competent to assist you with this procedure. We have the expert tools needed to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your home, office or even when you're stuck on the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote system enables you to lock or unlock your car by pressing a button on your key fob. This key fob, unlike the standard key that has an opening in the middle, is designed to store an unnoticed copy of the car keys inside.
It does this by utilizing the radio signal, which can only be transmitted when the key is in a certain distance from car. When the signal is recognized an internal solenoid within the door lock translates the electronic command into a mechanical action. The rod is then moved to operates the car door locks as a key in a physical lock would do.
There are a variety of possible reasons for an Peugeot keyfob that's not locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most common cause is the battery of the coin is dead, which can be replaced in a matter of minutes. Other causes include worn buttons, water damage or signal interference, or a defective electronic chip.
The key fob in modern automobiles is not an exception. Modern cars require an extremely high level of precision to function. The key fob could be programed incorrectly or have an issue with the hardware that prevents it from receiving a signal from the vehicle. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram your key fob to ensure that it is compatible with your vehicle.
peugeot replacement key fob were among the first car manufacturers to implement an immobiliser device in a key. This prevents the vehicle from starting if it sees an untrue signal being sent from the key to the car. This is a great feature when they're new however, over time, the chips can wear out and cause problems. This usually begins with an alert that reads 'anti theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light is blinking indicating 'immobiliser fault'.
Peugeot dealerships are typically called to create and program replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths will use dealer-standard equipment in their van. This means they can create new Peugeot keys at your house or on the roadside faster than a dealership.
Generally Peugeot keys start to have issues as the key blade wears out. The wear causes the mouth of the key to stop entering the lock correctly, causing more wear on the locks themselves. Sometimes, just swapping a new blade is enough to resolve the problem. It can also be beneficial to have the teeth on the key refurbished to allow them to work more smoothly. This is something only a fully trained auto locksmith can accomplish, but it can save you a lot of frustration and money in the end.