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 the chance to warm their vehicle's engine and interior before entering the vehicle.
Dealerships can program and design new Peugeot keys, but only if they are able to do so. KeyNOW can cut and program, then deliver new Peugeot keys much more quickly at KeyNOW.
Keyless Entry
Some key fobs can also start your car's engine. This is useful if you have to leave the vehicle on hot days, or if you're carrying heavy items in the boot that make it difficult for you to open the door manually. To open the car using your key fob, press the unlock button on it several times in rapid intervals. The door locks will close and the red light will begin to flash. If this does not happen, your key fob battery could be dead and requires to be replaced. Alternately, interference from RF caused by nearby structures could interfere with your system.
Another nifty feature is that certain 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 a flap or pressing the button. The key's physical form can slide out of a slot in the case to open the lock.
Key fobs may be damaged by water particularly when the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some instances keys will cease working completely due an issue with the chip. In this situation the key fob has to be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths can often provide replacement keys quicker than a dealer, and at a much lower cost.
Remote Start
You can start your car without having to have your keys with you. This is particularly helpful when it's hot and you need to cool your car while you run errands. But there are a few things you need to know prior to making use of this feature.
Some key fobs feature an exclusive remote engine start button (for instance Ford's keyfob has an arrow-shaped circular shape that runs clockwise) that you need to press in order to remotely start your car. Mazdas, for instance, require you to first lock the key and then press the Start button.
If you're having trouble starting your car, you could have a dead or weak battery in the key fob. The key fob's battery isn't powerful enough to send a signal to your car's system.
If this happens, you'll need to either replace the batteries, or re-program your key fob. This procedure varies from car to car, but you can typically follow the steps in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are equipped to assist you in this process. We have the expert equipment to cut and program a new Peugeot key at workplace, at home, or if you are stuck on the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote key system allows 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 physical key hole this key fob is able to store an encrypted copy of the car key inside.
For this, it utilizes the use of a specific radio signal that is only sent when the key is within a certain distance of the vehicle. A solenoid inside the door lock converts the electronic signal into mechanical after the signal is detected. This triggers a rod that operates the car door locks exactly like the turning of keys used to do.
If the Peugeot key fob has stopped locking or unlocking the car, there are many possible reasons for the issue. Most likely is the battery of the coin is dead, which can be replaced in minutes. Other causes are worn-out buttons water damage or signal interference, or a faulty chip.
The key fob on modern cars is no exception. Modern cars require extremely high level precision in order to operate. The key fob could be programmed incorrectly, or it could have a hardware issue that prevents the vehicle from responding to the signal sent by the key. A certified locksmith can reprogramme your key fob to ensure that it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot were among the first car makers to incorporate an immobiliser chip in a key. The chip prevents the car from starting if it sees an untrue signal being sent from the key to the car. When it's brand new, this is fantastic however, as they age the chips may wear out and cause problems. peugeot key cutting begins with an alert stating 'anti theft system active on the dashboard or a warning light is flashing with the message 'immobiliser fault'.
Peugeot dealerships are usually used to create and program replacement keys. However, a professional mobile locksmith comes with dealer-standard equipment inside their van, meaning they can be there and creating new Peugeot keys at the side of the road or at home more quickly than dealerships are capable of.
Peugeot keys typically begin to malfunction when the blade wears out. The wear causes the mouth of the key to stop being able to enter the lock in a proper manner and causing wear on the locks themselves. The issue can be addressed by simply replacing the blade. It can also be beneficial to have the teeth of the key replaced to make them more efficient. This is something only a fully certified auto locksmith can do, but it can reduce the hassle and expense in the long run.