What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob is an excellent feature that allows drivers to start their car from an extended distance. This feature is beneficial in hot or cold weather, as it gives drivers the chance to warm up their engine and interior before entering the vehicle.
Dealerships are able to program and create new Peugeot keys but only when they have the time. KeyNOW is the only place where you can get your keys. KeyNOW we can cut the keys, program them and then deliver new Peugeot keys to you much quicker.
Keyless Entry
Some key fobs can also help start the engine of your car. This is a great feature if your vehicle is left in a hot weather condition or when the trunk is stuffed with heavy items that make it difficult to manually open the door. Press the unlock button on your key fob few times to unlock the vehicle. The door locks will lock and a red light will start to flash. If this does not happen, your key fob battery could be dead and requires to be replaced. In addition, RF interference from nearby buildings may cause interference to your system.
Another cool feature is that certain key fobs have a hidden physical key that can be used to unlock the car (often only for the door of the driver, but occasionally for the boot too). You can access them by lifting a flap or pressing a button. The key can then be removed from an opening in the case to open the lock.
Key fobs may be damaged by water, especially if the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some instances key fobs can stop working completely due to damage to the chip. In this situation the key fob has to be replaced by the dealer. Locksmiths are able to replace keys much more quickly and at lower costs than dealerships.
Remote Start
You can start your car without needing to have your keys on you. This is especially helpful if it's hot and you need to cool your vehicle while running errands. But, there are a few things you need to know prior to making use of this feature.
Certain key fobs have an exclusive remote engine start button (for example Ford's keyfob has a circular arrow going clockwise) which you must press in order to remotely start your car. Other key fobs, like Mazda's key fob, require you to first secure the key, and then press the start button.
You may have a dead or weak battery in your key fob if you're unable to start the car. The key fob's battery isn't powerful enough to send a signal to your car's system.
If this is the situation, you'll need to replace the batteries on the key fob or attempt to re-programme it. The procedure varies for each vehicle, but the instructions are generally found in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are capable of helping you with this procedure. We have the specialist equipment to cut and program the replacement Peugeot keys at home, office or even in case you're stuck at the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote system lets you to lock or unlock your vehicle by pressing the button on your key fob. The key fob, in contrast to the traditional key with an opening in the middle, is designed to store an encrypted copy of the car keys inside.
In order to accomplish this, it utilizes a special radio signal that is only sent when the key is within a certain distance of the car. Once the signal is detected an internal solenoid within the door lock converts the electronic signal into an action that is mechanical. This is accomplished by moving a rod which operates the car door locks as keys used to do.
There are peugeot replacement key fob for the Peugeot keyfob that is not locking or unlocking your car. The most frequent reason is the battery is dead. This can be replaced within minutes. Other causes include worn buttons, water damage, signal interference or a malfunctioning electronic chip.
Modern cars require a very high level of precision for operation and the key fob isn't in any way immune to this. The key fob might have been programmed incorrectly, or it could have a hardware fault that prevents the vehicle from responding to the signal from the key. A locksmith who is certified can reprogram the key fob and make sure that it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was one of the first companies to incorporate an immobiliser on the key. This prevents the vehicle from starting if it sees an untrue signal coming from the key to the car. This is great in the beginning but as time passes, the chips wear out and cause problems. This usually begins with a message saying 'anti theft system active on the dashboard or a warning light is blinking indicating "immobiliser fault".
Normally Peugeot dealerships need to be called to create and programme replacement keys. However, a professional locksmith is equipped with dealer-standard equipment in their van, meaning they can be there and making new Peugeot keys by the roadside or at your home faster than dealerships are able to.
Generally Peugeot keys start to show problems when the blade wears out. This wear could cause the mouth of the key not to get into the lock correctly, which can cause further wear on the locks. The issue can be fixed by changing the blade. It can also be beneficial to have the teeth of the keys rehabilitated so that they function more efficiently. Only a certified auto locksmith can do this, but it will save you a lot of time and money in the future.