What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob is a useful feature that allows drivers to start their vehicle from an extended distance. This feature is useful in hot or cold weather, as it allows drivers to warm up their engine and interior before entering the vehicle.
Car dealerships can cut and program new Peugeot keys for you however only if you are willing to wait for weeks to complete the process. We can cut, program, and deliver new Peugeot keys much more quickly at KeyNOW.
Keyless Entry
Certain key fobs also help start the engine of your car. This is a great feature if your vehicle has to be left during a hot summer day or when the trunk is stuffed with heavy items that make it difficult to open the door. Press the unlock button on your key fob a couple of times to open the vehicle. The door locks should be locked and the red LED light will begin to flash. If not it means that the battery inside your key fob may be depleted and require replacement. Alternately, RF interference from nearby buildings may cause interference to your system.
Another cool feature is that certain key fobs come with a physical key to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door, but sometimes also for the boot). They can usually be accessed by flipping up an opening on the fob or pressing a button on the case. The physical key can be pulled out of the slot inside the case.
Water can cause damage to key fobs particularly if the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some cases key fobs may cease to function completely due to a damaged chip. If this occurs, the key fob will have to be replaced, usually by the dealer. However, locksmiths often offer replacement keys much faster than dealers and at a lesser cost.
Remote Start
If your key fob has the remote start feature, it will allow you to start the engine without having to have your car keys on hands. This is especially helpful when it's hot outside and you're trying to cool your car when you're running on errands. But, there are a few things you need to know prior to making use of this feature.
Certain key fobs have an engine start button that you can press to start your vehicle remotely (for example, Ford has a circular an arrow which is moving clockwise around its key fob). Mazdas, for instance, require you to lock the key first and then press the Start button.
There could be a dead or weak battery in your key fob if you aren't able to start your car. The key fob's battery isn't as strong to transmit a signal to the car system.
If this happens, you can either replace the batteries or re-program your key fob. The procedure differs for every car, but the instructions are usually in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are competent to assist you with this process. We have the specialist tools needed to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your office, home or even in case you're stuck at the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote key system enables the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle with a press of a button on the key fob. The key fob, in contrast to the standard key that has an actual hole, can store an encrypted copy of the car keys inside.
It does this by using an electronic signal that is only transmitted if the key is at some distance from the car. Once the signal is spotted by a solenoid, the door lock translates the electronic command into an action that is mechanical. The rod is then moved to controls the door locks as the physical key used to do.
If the Peugeot key fob isn't locking or unlocking the vehicle, there are many possible causes of the problem. The most common cause is an unresponsive battery. This is easily replaced in minutes. Other reasons include worn buttons, water damage signal interference or a defective electronic chip.
Modern vehicles require a precise level of accuracy to function, and the key fob is not in any way immune to this. The key fob could have been programmed incorrectly or it may have a hardware fault that makes the vehicle unable to respond to the signal of the key. A licensed locksmith can reprogram the key fob to ensure that it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot were one of the first car makers to incorporate an immobiliser chip in the key. This stops the vehicle from starting if it sees an error in the signal sent from the key to the car. This is great when they are new however over time, the chips can get worn out and cause issues. peugeot 207 car key g28carkeys.co.uk starts with an alert that reads 'anti theft system active on the dashboard or a warning light is flashing with the message 'immobiliser fault'.
Typically, Peugeot dealerships are asked to create and program replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths will have dealer-standard equipment on their van. This means they can make new Peugeot keys at your house or on the roadside quicker than a dealership.
Generally Peugeot keys begin to experience issues as the key blade wears out. This wear can cause the mouth of the key not to be able to enter the lock in a proper manner, causing further wear on the locks. Sometimes, just swapping out a new blade helps to solve the issue. It can also help to have the teeth of the keys rehabilitated to make them more efficient. This is something only a competent auto locksmith is able to do however it can reduce the trouble and cost in the long run.