What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from afar. This feature is helpful in hot or cold conditions, since it gives drivers the chance to warm up their engine and interior before entering the vehicle.
Dealerships can program new Peugeot keys however only if they are able to do so. At KeyNOW we can cut programs, cut and deliver new Peugeot keys to you, significantly faster.
Keyless Entry
Key fobs can start the engine of your car. This is helpful if the vehicle has to be left on a hot day or in the case that the boot is stuffed with heavy items that make it difficult to manually open the door. To start the car with your key fob, press the unlock button on it a few times in quick sequence. The door locks should be locked and a red LED light will begin to flash. If peugeot car keys doesn't occur the battery in your key fob may be dead and needs to be replaced. Alternately, RF interference from nearby buildings could affect your system.
Certain key fobs also come with a physical key that can be used to unlock your car (often for the driver's side door, but sometimes the boot as well). You can access them by lifting the flap or pressing a button. The key's physical form can slide out of the slot inside the case to gain access to the lock.
Key fobs may be damaged by water particularly if the chips are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some cases chips that are damaged could cause key fobs not to function. In this instance the key fob has to be replaced by the dealer. Locksmiths are able to replace keys faster and at a lower cost than dealerships.
Remote Start
If your key fob has the remote start feature, it allows you to start the engine without having to have your car keys on the palm of your hand. This is especially useful when it's hot and you want to cool your vehicle while running around. However, there are a few things you need to know prior to using this feature.
Certain key fobs come with a dedicated remote engine start button (for instance Ford's key fob features 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, require that you first lock the key and then press the start button.
If you're unable start your car, you might have a dead or weak battery in the key fob. This is because the batteries of the key fob aren't able to send a strong signal to the car's system.
If this is the case, you'll need to replace the batteries on your key fob or consider programming it. This procedure varies from car to car, but you can typically follow the steps in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can assist with this process as we have the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your home, workplace or if you're at the side of the road.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote allows you to lock or unlock your vehicle by pressing a button on your key fob. The key fob, in contrast to the standard key that has a physical hole, holds a secret copy of the car keys inside.
It does this by utilizing the radio signal, which can only be transmitted when the key is at some distance from the car. Once the signal is spotted an internal solenoid within the door lock translates the electronic signal into a mechanical action. This is when a rod turns to operate the door locks, the same way keys on a real key would.
There are a variety of possible reasons for the Peugeot keyfob that isn't locking or unlocking your car. Most likely is the battery of the coin is dead, which can be replaced in a matter of minutes. Other reasons include worn-out buttons, water damage or signal interference or a defective chip.
The key fob in modern cars is not an exception. Modern cars require extremely high level precision in order to operate. The key fob may have been programmed incorrectly, or it could have a hardware defect that stops the vehicle from responding to the signal from the key. A certified locksmith can reprogram your key fob in order to ensure it is compatible with the vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot were one of the first car manufacturers to include an immobiliser chip in a key. This prevents the vehicle from being started in the event that the key transmits the incorrect signal to the car. This is a great feature when they're brand new, but over time the chips wear out and cause problems. This typically starts with a message saying 'anti theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light is blinking indicating 'immobiliser fault'.
Typically Peugeot dealerships have to be called in to design and program replacement keys. A mobile locksmith will have standard equipment from dealers on their van. This means that they can make new Peugeot keys at home or by the roadside much quicker than a dealership.
Generally Peugeot keys begin to experience issues when the blade of the key wears out. The wear causes the mouth of the key to stop being able to enter the lock in a proper manner, causing more wear on the locks themselves. The issue can be fixed by simply replacing the blade. It is also possible to have the teeth of the key refurbished so they work more smoothly. Only a certified auto locksmith is able to do this, but it could save you lots of time and cash in the long run.