What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob is a convenient feature that allows drivers to start their car from an extended distance. This can be beneficial in extreme temperatures as it permits drivers to warm up the engine and interior before getting inside the vehicle.
Dealerships can program and create new Peugeot keys, but only if they are able to do so. KeyNOW is the only place where you can get your keys. KeyNOW we can cut programs, cut and deliver new Peugeot keys to you, a lot quicker.
Keyless Entry
As well as unlocking and opening your car doors, certain key fobs also have the capability to start the engine. This is useful when you have to leave your vehicle on hot days or if you're carrying large items in your boot which make it difficult to open the door manually. Press the unlock button on your key fob a couple of times to open the vehicle. The door locks will be locked and the red light will begin to flash. If this doesn't happen the battery for your key fob may be dead and needs to be replaced. Alternately, the RF interference created by nearby structures could interfere with 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 occasionally the boot too). They can be opened by flipping up an opening on the fob, or a button on the case. The key's physical part can be removed from a slot in the case to access the lock.
Key fobs may be damaged by water, especially when the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some cases key fobs can stop working completely due to a damaged chip. In this case the key fob has to be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths may offer replacement keys much faster than a dealership, and at a much lower cost.
Remote Start
If your key fob comes with the remote start feature, it can turn on the engine without having to hold the keys to your car in the palm of your hand. This is particularly helpful when you are in a hot climate and want to cool your car down while you run some errands. There are a few things you need to know before using this feature.
Some key fobs have an exclusive remote engine start button (for example, Ford's key fob has an arrow in a circle that goes clockwise) which you must press to remotely start your car. Other key fobs, like Mazda's keys, require you to 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 the car. This is because the batteries of the key fob are no longer able to send an intense signal to the car's system.
If this happens, either replace the batteries, or re-program your key fob. This procedure varies from car to car, but you can typically follow the steps in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are able to help you with this process. We have the expert equipment to cut and program a replacement Peugeot keys at your office, home or even if you are stuck on the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote key system enables the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle with a press of a button on the key fob. This key fob, unlike the traditional key with an opening in the middle, is designed to store a hidden copy of the car keys inside.
For this, it uses an exclusive radio signal that can only be transmitted when the key is within a certain distance of the vehicle. A solenoid in the door lock converts the electronic command to an actual mechanical one after the signal has been detected. This causes a rod to operate the car door locks just as the physical key could.
There are a myriad of reasons for an Peugeot keyfob that is not locking or unlocking your car. The most frequent reason is an unresponsive battery. This can be replaced within minutes. Other causes include worn-out buttons signal interference or water damage, or a faulty chip.
Modern cars require a very precise level of precision to operate, and the key fob isn't in any way immune to this. The key fob might be programmed incorrectly, or have an issue with the hardware that stops it from receiving signals from the vehicle. A certified locksmith can reprogramme your key fob to ensure it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was among the first companies to include an immobiliser into the key. This stops the car from starting if the key sends the incorrect signal to the car. This is a great feature when they're brand new but as time passes, the chips get worn out and cause issues. This usually occurs when you see a message on your dashboard saying 'anti-theft system active or a warning light that reads "immobiliser failure".
Peugeot dealerships are typically called to create and program replacement keys. check will utilize dealer-standard equipment on their van. This means they can create new Peugeot keys at your home or at the roadside faster than a dealership.
Generally Peugeot keys begin to exhibit issues when the blade of the key wears out. This wear can cause the mouth of the key not to fit into the lock in a proper manner, causing further wear on the locks. Sometimes, simply changing a new blade can help resolve the problem. It is also possible to have the teeth of the key replaced so they work more smoothly. Only a professional auto locksmith is able to do this, but it can save you a lot of time and money in the long run.