What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob is a handy feature that allows drivers to start their car from some distance. This feature is beneficial in hot or cold weather, as it gives drivers to warm their vehicle's engine and interior before entering 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 it. At KeyNOW we can cut programming, cut and give new Peugeot keys to you much faster.
Keyless Entry
In addition to opening and locking your car doors, some key fobs also have the capability to start the engine. This is useful when the vehicle needs to be left on a hot day, or when the trunk is full of heavy objects that make it difficult to open the door. Press the unlock button on the key fob a several times quickly to begin the vehicle. The door locks should unlock and a red LED light will start to flash. If it doesn't then the battery in your key fob might be depleted and require replacement. Alternately, interference from RF caused by nearby buildings could disrupt your system.
Another nifty feature is that some key fobs come with a physical key that can be used to unlock the car (often only for the driver's side, but sometimes, they can also be used for the boot). You can access them by lifting the flap or pressing a button. The key's physical form can be removed from a slot in the case to gain access to the lock.
Key fobs may be damaged by water, especially when the chips within them are exposed to soapy or salty water. In peugeot key fob replacement that is damaged can cause key fobs not to function. If this occurs, the key fob needs to be replaced - typically by the dealer. Locksmiths are able to replace keys much quicker and at a lower cost than dealerships.
Remote Start
You can start your car without having to have your keys with you. This is especially helpful when it's hot out and you're looking to cool down your car while running errands. There are a few things that you need to know before using this feature.
Certain key fobs have an engine start button that can be pressed to start your vehicle remotely (for instance, Ford has a circular arrow that moves clockwise on its key fob). Mazdas, for example require you to lock the key first 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. The battery inside the key fob isn't as strong to send a signal back to the car system.
If this is the case, you'll need to replace the batteries in your key fob, or try to re-programme it. The procedure varies for every car, but the instructions are usually in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can also assist you with this process We've got the expert equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your place of work, home or if you're on 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 traditional key with an actual hole, can store an unnoticed copy of the car keys inside.
It does this by using the radio signal, which is only transmitted when the key is in some distance from the car. A solenoid in the door lock transforms the electronic command into an actual mechanical one after the signal has been detected. This is when a rod turns to control the car door locks, the same way keys on a real key could.
If a Peugeot key fob has stopped locking or unlocking the car, there are several possible causes of the problem. The most common cause is a dead battery. This is easily replaced in minutes. Other reasons include worn-out buttons, water damage or signal interference or a malfunctioning chip.
The key fob of modern cars is no exception. Modern cars require extremely high level precision in order to operate. The key fob could be programmed incorrectly, or have a hardware issue that prevents it from responding to signals from the vehicle. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram your key fob to ensure that it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was among the first manufacturers to install an immobiliser in the key. The immobiliser chip stops the car from starting if it sees an error in the signal sent from the key to the car. This is a great feature in the beginning however over time, the chips get worn out and cause issues. This usually occurs when you notice an alert on your dashboard stating 'anti-theft system active' or a warning lamp that reads 'immobiliser failure'.
Peugeot dealerships are usually called to create and program replacement keys. However, a professional locksmith is equipped with dealer-standard equipment in their van, meaning they can be at your location and creating new Peugeot keys by the roadside or at your home faster than dealers would be able to.
Generally Peugeot keys begin to exhibit issues as the key blade wears out. This wear can cause the mouth of the key not to get into the lock properly, causing further wear on the locks. Sometimes, simply changing the blade will help solve the issue. It is also possible to have the teeth on the key cleaned in order to make them operate more efficiently. Only a qualified auto locksmith can do this, however it will save you lots of time and money in the end.