What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from afar. This can be beneficial in temperatures that are hot or cold as it permits drivers to warm up the engine and the interior before getting inside the vehicle.
Dealerships can program and create new Peugeot keys however, only if they have the time. KeyNOW is the only place where you can get your keys. KeyNOW, we can cut, program and hand over new Peugeot keys to you much quicker.
Keyless Entry
Key fobs can start the engine of your car. This can be 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 to open the door manually. Press the unlock button on your key fob a few times quickly to start the car. The door locks should close and a red LED light will begin to flash. If not, the battery in your key fob could be depleted and require replacement. Alternatively, RF interference from nearby buildings could interfere with your system.
Another nifty feature is that some key fobs contain a physical key that can be used to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door, but sometimes for the boot too). You can open them by lifting the flap or pressing the button. The physical key may then slide out of an opening in the case to gain access to the lock.
Key fobs are susceptible to being damaged by water, particularly if the chips inside them are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some instances a chip that has been damaged can cause key fobs to stop functioning. If this happens the key fob needs to be replaced, usually by the dealer. However, locksmiths are able to offer replacement keys much faster than a dealer, and at a lower cost.
Remote Start
If your key fob includes the remote start feature, it will allow you to start the engine without having to have your car keys in the palm of your hand. This is especially helpful when it's hot out and you're trying to cool your car while you run errands. There are a few things you need to know before you use this feature.
Some key fobs have an exclusive remote engine start button (for instance Ford's keyfob has an arrow in a circle that goes clockwise) which you must press to remotely start your car. Others, like Mazda's key fob, require you to first lock the key and then press the start button.
If peugeot replacement key fob having trouble starting your car, you might have a dead or weak battery in the key fob. This is due to the fact that the batteries in the key fob aren't able anymore to send an energizing signal to the car's system.
If this happens, you can either replace the batteries or reprogram your key fob. The procedure varies for every car, but the instructions are usually found in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are also equipped to assist you in this process. We have the specialist tools needed to cut and program replacement Peugeot key at your office, home or even in case you're stuck at 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. In contrast to the traditional key which has a physical key hole this key fob is able to store a hidden electronic copy of the car keys inside.
It does this by using the radio signal, which can only be sent when the key is located at some distance from the car. Once the signal is detected an internal solenoid within the door lock transforms the electronic command into a mechanical action. This moves a rod that operates the car door locks as a physical key used to do.
There are a variety of possible reasons for a Peugeot keyfob that isn't locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most common reason is a dead battery. It can be fixed in minutes. Other causes include worn buttons water damage, signal interference or a faulty electronic chip.
The key fobs of modern vehicles isn't an exception. Modern vehicles require an extremely high level of precision in order to operate. The key fob could have been programmed incorrectly or it may have a hardware fault that stops the vehicle from responding to the signal sent by the key. A certified locksmith can reprogramme your key fob in order to ensure it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot were among the first car makers to implement an immobiliser device in a key. This stops the car from being started in the event that the key sends the wrong signal to the vehicle. If it's new, this is great however as they age, the chips may wear out and cause issues. This usually starts with getting a message saying 'anti theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light blinking indicating 'immobiliser fault'.
Typically Peugeot dealerships must be called to create and programme replacement keys. However, a professional mobile locksmith has dealer-standard equipment in their van, meaning they can be with you and making new Peugeot keys at the roadside or at home much quicker than dealerships are capable of.
Generally Peugeot keys begin to experience issues as the key blade wears out. This wear causes the mouth part 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 fixed by changing the blade. It may also be helpful to have the teeth of the key repaired so that they function more efficiently. Only a certified auto locksmith can do this, however it will save you a lot of time and money in the end.