What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from a distance. This is beneficial during cold or hot weather conditions, as it allows drivers to warm the engine and the interior before getting inside the vehicle.
Car dealerships can cut and program new Peugeot keys for you, but only if you are willing to wait for weeks for them to complete the process. We can cut keys, program them, and then deliver new Peugeot keys faster with KeyNOW.
Keyless Entry
In addition to opening and locking your car doors, a few key fobs also have the capability to start the engine. This is useful when the vehicle has to be left on a hot day or when the trunk is filled with heavy objects that make it difficult to open the door. To open the car using your key fob, simply press the unlock button several times in rapid succession. The door locks will unlock and a red light will start to flash. If it doesn't it means that the battery inside your key fob might be dead and need replacing. Alternately RF interference caused by nearby buildings could affect your system.
Another neat feature is that certain key fobs come with a physical key that can be used to unlock the car (often only for the driver's side, but occasionally for the boot too). They can typically be opened by flipping up a flap on the fob, or pressing a button on the case. The physical key can be pulled out of the slot inside the case.
Key fobs are susceptible to being damaged by water, especially when the chips within them are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some instances key fobs may stop working completely due to damage to the chip. If this happens, the key fob needs to be replaced, usually by the dealer. However, locksmiths are able to provide replacement keys faster than dealers, and at a significantly lower cost.
Remote Start
If your key fob comes with the remote start feature it allows you to start the engine without having to hold the keys to your car in the palm of your hand. This is especially helpful when it's hot and you want to cool your car while running the errands. But, there are a few important things to be aware of prior to making use of this feature.
Certain key fobs have a remote engine start button that can be pressed to start your vehicle remotely (for instance, Ford has a circular an arrow which is moving clockwise around its key fob). Others, like Mazda's key fob, require you to first secure the key, and then press the start button.
If you're unable start your car, you could have a weak or dead battery inside the key fob. The battery in the key fob 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 reprogram your key fob. This process varies from car to car, but you should usually follow the instructions in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are able to help you with this process. We have the expert equipment needed to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at workplace, at home, or when you're stuck on the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote key system enables the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle with the press of a button on the key fob. The key fob, which is different from the standard key that has a physical hole, holds a secret copy of the car keys inside.
peugeot key replacement near me does this by using an electronic signal that is only transmitted if the key is within a certain distance from the car. Once the signal is spotted, a solenoid inside the door lock translates the electronic signal into a mechanical action. This is when a rod turns to control the car door locks, just like keys on a real key could.
There are several possible causes for an Peugeot keyfob that's not locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most common cause is a dead coin battery, which is easily replaced in a matter of minutes. Other reasons include worn buttons, water damage, signal interference or a damaged electronic chip.
Modern cars require a very high degree of precision to function and the key fob is not in any way immune to this. The key fob could be programed incorrectly or have a hardware defect that prevents it from responding to a signal from the vehicle. A licensed locksmith can reprogram the key fob and ensure that it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was among the first manufacturers to install an immobiliser in a key. The immobiliser chip stops the car from starting if it detects an untrue signal being sent from the key to the car. This is a great feature when they're new but as time passes, the chips will get worn out and cause issues. It usually happens when you see a message on your dashboard that reads 'anti theft system active or a warning lamp which reads 'immobiliser failed'.
Normally Peugeot dealerships need to be called in to design and program replacement keys. However a professional mobile locksmith has dealer-standard equipment in their van, meaning they are able to be with you and generating new Peugeot keys by the roadside or at home much quicker than dealerships would be capable of.
Generally Peugeot keys start to have problems because the key blade wears out. This wear can cause the mouth of the key to fit into the lock in a correct manner, leading to further wear on the locks. Often simply swapping over a new blade is enough to solve the issue. It may also be helpful to have the teeth on the key cleaned to enable them to perform more smoothly. Only a licensed auto locksmith can do this, but it could save you a lot of time and money in the end.