What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob is a useful feature that lets drivers start their car from the distance. This can be useful during cold or hot weather and allows drivers to warm the interior and engine before getting inside the vehicle.
Car dealerships can cut and program new Peugeot keys for you however, only if you are willing to wait weeks for them to do this. At KeyNOW we can cut, program and hand over new Peugeot keys to you, much quicker.
Keyless Entry
In addition to unlocking and opening your car doors, some key fobs also have the ability to start the engine. This is useful if you have to leave the vehicle on hot days or if you're carrying heavy objects in the boot that make it difficult for you to open the door manually. To start the car with your key fob, press the unlock button on it several times in quick succession. The door locks will close and the red light will begin to flash. If this does not occur, your key fob battery may be dead and needs to be replaced. Also, RF interference coming from nearby buildings may interfere with your system.
Another nifty feature is that some key fobs come with a physical key to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door, but sometimes for the boot too). They can usually be accessed by opening a flap on the fob or pressing a button on the case. The key's physical part can be removed from the slot of the case to open the lock.
Water can damage key fobs particularly when the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some cases, a chip that is damaged can cause key fobs to cease working. If this occurs, the key fob has to be replaced, usually by the dealer. However, locksmiths are able to provide replacement keys faster than dealers, and at a lower cost.
Remote Start
You can start your car without having to have your keys in your car. This is especially helpful if it's hot and you need to cool your car down while you run around. However, there are a few things you should know before using this feature.
Some key fobs come with a remote engine start button that you can press to start your car remotely (for instance, Ford has a circular arrow that moves clockwise on its key fob). Other key fobs, like Mazda's key fob, require you to first lock the key and then press the start button.
It could be that you have a weak or dead battery in your key fob, if you aren't able to start the car. The battery of the key fob is no longer strong enough to send a signal to the car's system.
If this is the case, you'll need to replace the batteries in your key fob, or try to re-programme it. This process differs from vehicle to vehicle, but you can usually follow the instructions in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can also assist with this procedure - we've got the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your workplace, home, or even if you're stuck at the side of the road.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote allows you to lock or unlock your car by pressing the button on your key fob. The key fob, in contrast to the standard key that has an opening in the middle, is designed to store a hidden copy of the car keys inside.
To accomplish this, it uses a special radio signal that is only sent out when the key is within a certain range of the vehicle. When the signal is detected and a solenoid in the door lock translates the electronic command into the mechanical action. This causes a rod to operate the car door locks, just as a physical key could.
There are a variety of possible reasons for an Peugeot keyfob that is not locking or unlocking your car. The most frequent cause is the battery of the coin is dead, which can be replaced within minutes. Other causes include worn-out buttons signals interference or water damage, or a faulty chip.
Modern vehicles require a precise level of precision to operate, and the key fob isn't in any way immune to this. The key fob may be programmed incorrectly, or may have a hardware defect that prevents it from responding to a signal from the vehicle. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram the key fob, and ensure that it works with your vehicle.
peugeot 107 key replacement were one of the first car manufacturers to implement an immobiliser device in the key. This prevents the vehicle from starting in the event that the key transmits the incorrect signal to the car. This is a great feature when they're brand new however over time, the chips will get worn out and cause issues. This usually begins with an alert stating 'anti theft system active on the dashboard or a warning light is blinking indicating "immobiliser fault".
Peugeot dealerships are typically called to design and program replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths will have dealer-standard equipment on their van. This means they can make new Peugeot keys at home or on the roadside quicker than dealerships.
Generally Peugeot keys start to have problems when the blade wears out. This wear causes the mouth of the key to stop feeding into the lock correctly, causing more wear on the locks themselves. Often simply swapping over the blade will help resolve the problem. It could also be beneficial to have the teeth of the key repaired to enable them to operate more efficiently. This is something only a fully certified auto locksmith can do however it can save you lots of headache and expense in the long run.