What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

Peugeot Key Fob is a convenient feature that lets drivers start their car from an extended distance. This is beneficial during cold or hot weather, as it allows drivers to warm the interior and engine before getting inside the vehicle.

Car dealerships are able to create and program new Peugeot keys for you however, only if you are willing to wait for weeks for them to do it. KeyNOW can cut programs, cut, 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 useful if the vehicle needs to be left in a hot weather condition or if the boot is filled with heavy objects 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 unlock and a red LED light will begin to flash. If it doesn't then the battery in your key fob might be dead and requires replacement. Alternately RF interference caused by nearby structures could interfere with your system.

Another cool feature is that certain key fobs have a hidden physical key to unlock the car (often only for the driver's side, but sometimes also for the boot). They can usually be accessed by opening an opening on the fob or pressing a button on the case. The physical key can be pulled out of the slot in the case.

Key fobs can be damaged by water, especially when the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some cases a chip that has been damaged can cause key fobs to stop working. If this happens the key fob has to be replaced, usually by the dealer. Locksmiths can supply replacement keys faster and at a lower price than dealerships.

Remote Start

You can start your car without needing to carry your keys in your car. This is especially useful when it's hot and you need to cool your car while you run around. But, there are a few things to consider before using this feature.

Certain key fobs have an engine start button that you can press to start your car remotely (for example, Ford has a circular an arrow which is moving clockwise around its key fob). Mazdas, for example, require you to lock the key first and then press the Start button.

If you're unable to start your car, you could have a weak or dead battery inside the key fob. The battery inside the key fob isn't strong enough to transmit a signal to the car's system.

If this is the situation, you'll need to replace the batteries on your key fob or try programming it. The process is different for each car, but the instructions are generally found in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can assist with this process as we have the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your place of work, home or even if you're stuck at the side of the road.

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. 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 key inside.

It does this by utilizing the radio signal, which can only be sent when the key is in a certain distance from car. A solenoid inside the door lock transforms the electronic command into mechanical after the signal has been spotted. This is when a rod turns to operate the door locks, the same way keys on a real key would.

There are many possible causes for an Peugeot keyfob that's not locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most frequent cause is the battery is dead. This can be replaced within minutes. Other causes include worn-out buttons, signals interference or water damage or a defective chip.

The key fob in modern automobiles is not an exception. Modern cars require extremely high level of precision to function. The key fob could have been programmed incorrectly, or it may have a hardware fault that hinders the vehicle from responding to the signal generated by the key. A certified locksmith can reprogramme your key fob to ensure that it is compatible with the vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot was one of the first companies to include an immobiliser into a key. This stops the car from being started in the event that the key transmits the wrong signal to the car. This is great when they're new however over time, the chips will wear out and cause problems. This usually occurs when you see an alert on your dashboard stating 'anti-theft system active or a warning lamp that says 'immobiliser failure'.

Usually peugeot boxer key replacement dealerships need to be called to create and program Replacement Key For Peugeot 107 keys. A mobile locksmith will use dealer-standard equipment in their van. This means that they can design new Peugeot keys at your house or at the roadside quicker than dealers.

Peugeot keys typically begin to malfunction when the key blade wears out. This wear could cause the mouth of the key not to be able to enter the lock properly, causing further wear on the locks. Often simply swapping over a new blade can help resolve the problem. It can also be beneficial to have the teeth of the key replaced to ensure that they function smoothly. This is something only a competent auto locksmith is able to do but it could save you lots of hassle and expense in the long run.