What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob lets drivers start the car from a distance. This feature is useful in hot or cold weather, as it gives drivers to warm the interior and engine before entering the vehicle.
Dealerships can program and create new Peugeot keys but only if they are able to do so. We can cut keys, program them, and then deliver new Peugeot keys faster than you can at KeyNOW.
Keyless Entry
In addition to opening and locking the doors of your car, some key fobs also have the ability to start the engine. This is helpful if the vehicle has to be left on a hot day, or if the boot is full of heavy objects that make it difficult to open the door. To open the car using your key fob, simply press the unlock button a few times in quick sequence. The door locks will close and a red light will start to flash. If this doesn't occur then your key fob battery could be dead and requires to be replaced. Alternately, RF interference from nearby buildings may disrupt your system.
Another cool feature is that some key fobs contain a physical key to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door, but sometimes also for the boot). They can be opened by lifting the flap or pressing a button. The physical key can then be slid out of the slot inside the case.
Key fobs may be damaged by water, especially when the chips within them are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some cases a chip that has been damaged can cause key fobs not to function. If this occurs the key fob has to be replaced, usually by the dealer. Locksmiths can provide replacement keys much faster and at a lower cost than dealerships.
Remote Start
If your key fob comes with the remote start feature it will allow you to start the engine without having to hold your car keys in hand. This is particularly useful in hot weather and you want to cool your car while you run errands. There are a few points you should know before you use this feature.
Some key fobs feature a specific remote engine start button (for instance Ford's keyfob has an arrow that is circular and going clockwise) which you must press in order to start the car remotely. Mazdas, for example require you to first lock the key and then press the Start button.
If you're not able to start your car, you might have a weak or dead battery inside the key fob. This is due to the fact that the batteries in the key fob aren't able to send an intense signal to the car's system.
If this is the situation, you'll need to replace the batteries on your key fob or consider to re-programme it. The procedure for this differs from car to car, but you should generally follow the directions in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can also assist you with this process - we've got the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your place of work, home or if you're at the side of the road.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote key system enables the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle with the 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 an unnoticed copy of the car keys inside.
It does this by utilizing the radio signal which is only transmitted if the key is in some distance from the car. Once the signal is spotted an internal solenoid within the door lock converts the electronic command into an action mechanical. This causes a rod to turn the car door locks, the same way a physical key could.
If a Peugeot key fob isn't locking or unlocking the car, there are many possible causes of the problem. The most common cause is an unresponsive battery. This is easily replaced in minutes. Other causes include worn-out buttons, signal interference or water damage or a damaged chip.
Modern vehicles require a precise level of accuracy in order to function and the key fob isn't in any way immune to this. The key fob could be programmed incorrectly, or it could have a hardware fault that prevents the vehicle from responding to the signal generated by the key. A certified locksmith can reprogram the key fob and make sure that it works with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot were one of the first car manufacturers to incorporate an immobiliser chip in the key. This prevents the vehicle from starting when the key sends a incorrect signal to the car. In peugeot spare key cost G28CarKeys , this is great, but as they age the chips may wear out and cause issues. It usually starts with an error message that says 'anti-theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light is illuminated stating "immobiliser fault".
Peugeot dealerships are typically used to design and program replacement keys. However, a professional mobile locksmith is equipped with dealer-standard equipment in their van, meaning they are able to be with you and creating new Peugeot keys at the roadside or at home much quicker than dealerships would be able to.
Generally Peugeot keys begin to exhibit problems because the key blade wears out. The wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop from feeding into the lock properly and causing wear on the locks themselves. The issue can be fixed by simply changing the blade. It may also be helpful to have the teeth of the key replaced to enable them to operate more efficiently. Only a certified auto locksmith can do this, but it could save you a lot of time and money in the end.