What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob is a convenient feature that lets drivers start their car from a distance. This is useful in cold or hot weather, as it allows drivers to warm up the engine and the interior before getting inside the vehicle.
Car dealerships can create and program new Peugeot keys for you but only if they have the patience to wait for weeks to do it. At KeyNOW, we can cut the keys, program them and then deliver new Peugeot keys to you, a lot quicker.
Keyless Entry
In addition to unlocking and opening your car doors, some key fobs also have the capability to start the engine. This is useful if the vehicle is left on a hot day or if the boot is full of heavy objects that make it difficult to open the door. To start the car using your key fob, press the unlock button several times in rapid intervals. The door locks will lock and a red light will start to flash. If this does not occur, your key fob battery may be dead and needs to be replaced. In addition, RF interference from nearby buildings may affect your system.
Some key fobs have a physical key that can be used to unlock your vehicle (often for the driver's side door, but occasionally the boot too). You can open them by lifting the flap or pressing a button. The key's physical part can slide out of the slot of the case to access the lock.
Key fobs may be damaged by water, especially if the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some cases, key fobs will stop working completely due to a damaged chip. In this situation the key fob needs to be replaced by the dealer. Locksmiths can provide replacement keys much more quickly and at a lower price than dealerships.
Remote Start
If your key fob is equipped with the remote start feature, it allows you to start the engine without having to hold the keys to your car in the palm of your hand. This is particularly useful when it's hot and you want to cool your car while doing the errands. However, there are some important things to be aware of prior to using this feature.
Some key fobs come with a remote engine start button that can be pressed to start your car remotely (for example, Ford has a circular arrow moving clockwise on its key fob). Mazdas, for example require you to first lock the key and then press the Start button.
There may be a weak or dead battery in your key fob if you're not able to start your car. This is due to the fact that the batteries inside the key fob aren't able anymore to send an energizing signal to the car's system.
If this is the scenario, you'll have to replace the batteries in your key fob, or try changing the program. This process varies from car to car, but you should generally follow the directions in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are also able to help with this process We've got the expert equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your workplace, home, or if you're stuck on the side of the road.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote key system enables the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle at the touch of a button on the key fob. As opposed to the traditional keys that has a key hole that is physical the key fob contains a hidden electronic copy of the car key inside.
It does this by utilizing a radio signal that is only sent when the key is at a certain distance from the car. When the signal is recognized by a solenoid, the door lock transforms the electronic command into a mechanical action. This turns a rod to operate the car door locks, the same way a physical key could.
If you notice that a Peugeot key fob has stopped locking or unlocking the car, there are several possibilities of the cause. The most frequent reason is an unresponsive battery. This can be repaired in a matter of minutes. Other causes are worn-out buttons water damage or signal interference or a malfunctioning chip.
Modern cars require a very precise level of accuracy to function and the key fob isn't in any way immune to this. The key fob may have been programmed incorrectly or it may have a hardware defect that stops the vehicle from responding to the signal from the key. A licensed locksmith can reprogram your key fob to ensure that it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot were among the first car makers to implement an immobiliser device in the key. This prevents the vehicle from being started if the key sends the wrong signal to the vehicle. This is great when they are new however over time, the chips can wear out and cause problems. It usually starts with a message saying 'anti theft system active on the dashboard or a warning light is lit up stating 'immobiliser fault'.
Normally Peugeot dealerships have to be called to create and program replacement keys. However, a professional mobile locksmith comes with dealer-standard equipment inside their van, meaning they can be with you and making new Peugeot keys at the side of the road or at home much quicker than dealerships would be capable of.
Peugeot keys generally begin to fail when the key blade begins to wear out. peugeot car keys can cause the mouth of the key to get into the lock in a proper manner, causing further wear on the locks. The issue can be fixed by simply replacing the blade. It is also possible to have the teeth of the key refurbished to make them more efficient. Only a qualified auto locksmith can do this, however it will save you a lot of time and cash in the long run.
