What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob is a useful feature that lets drivers start their car from some distance. This is useful in cold or hot weather because it allows drivers to warm the engine and the interior before getting inside the vehicle.
Car dealerships are able to create and program new Peugeot keys for you, but only if you have the time to wait for weeks to do it. We can cut programs, cut, and deliver new Peugeot keys much more quickly at KeyNOW.
Keyless Entry
Some key fobs can also start the engine of your car. This is useful when you need to leave the vehicle on hot days, or if you're carrying large items in your boot which make it difficult to open the door manually. To start the car with your key fob, simply press the unlock button on it several times in rapid succession. The door locks should unlock and the red LED light should start to flash. If this does not occur the battery in your key fob may be dead and needs to be replaced. Alternatively, RF interference from nearby buildings could interfere with your system.
Another interesting feature is that certain key fobs contain a physical key that can be used to unlock the car (often only for the door of the driver, but sometimes also for the boot). You can open them by lifting the flap or pressing the button. The key's physical part can be removed from the slot inside the case.
Key fobs may be damaged by water, especially if the chips are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some cases, key fobs will cease to function completely due to a damaged chip. If this happens the key fob has to be replaced - usually by the dealer. Locksmiths can replace keys much more quickly and at a lower price than dealerships.
Remote Start
proximity can start your car and not need to carry your keys on you. This is especially useful when it's hot outside and you want to cool down your car while doing the errands. But, there are a few important things to be aware of prior to using this feature.
Some key fobs include a remote engine start button that can be pressed 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 secure the key, and then press the start button.
If you're unable to start your car, you may have a dead or weak battery inside the key fob. This is due to the fact that the batteries in the key fob aren't able to send a strong signal to the car's system.
If this happens, you can either replace the batteries or re-program your key fob. The procedure for this differs from car to car, but you should generally follow the instructions in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are also equipped to assist you in this procedure. We have the expert tools needed to cut and program a replacement Peugeot keys at your office, home or even when you're stuck by the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote system lets you to lock or unlock your car by pressing a button on your key fob. The key fob, which is different from the traditional key with a physical hole, holds an unnoticed copy of the car keys inside.
To do this, it uses a unique radio signal which can only be transmitted when the key is within a certain range of the car. A solenoid in the door lock converts the electronic signal into mechanical after the signal is detected. This moves a rod that is used to operate the car door locks similar to the way a physical key used to do.
If a Peugeot key fob isn't locking or unlocking the vehicle, there are a variety of possible reasons for the issue. The most frequent cause is an unresponsive battery. This can be replaced within minutes. Other causes are worn buttons, water damage, signal interference or a faulty electronic chip.
The key fob of modern automobiles is not an exception. Modern cars require an extremely high level of precision to function. The key fob may be improperly programmed, or suffer from an issue with the hardware that prevents it from receiving signals from the vehicle. A licensed locksmith can reprogram your key fob to ensure it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was one of the first companies to put an immobiliser inside a key. This stops the car from starting in the event that the key transmits the wrong signal to the vehicle. This is great when they're brand new however, over time, the chips get worn out and cause issues. This usually starts when you see a message on your dashboard stating 'anti-theft system active' or a warning lamp that reads "immobiliser failure".
Peugeot dealerships are usually called to design and program replacement keys. A mobile locksmith will have standard equipment from dealers on their van. This means they can make new Peugeot keys at your home or on the roadside quicker than a dealership.
Generally Peugeot keys begin to experience issues as the key blade wears out. The wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop entering the lock correctly, causing more wear on the locks themselves. Often simply swapping over a new blade helps to resolve the problem. It is also possible to have the teeth of the key refurbished so that they function more efficiently. This is something only a certified auto locksmith can do however it can save you a lot of trouble and cost in the long term.