What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

Peugeot Key Fob is a convenient feature that allows drivers to start their car from a distance. This is beneficial during cold or hot weather because it allows drivers to warm up the engine and interior before entering the vehicle.

Dealerships can program and design new Peugeot keys however, only if they have the time. KeyNOW can cut, program, and deliver new Peugeot keys faster than you can at KeyNOW.

Keyless Entry

Key fobs can start the engine of your car. This can be useful if you have to leave your vehicle during hot weather, or if you're carrying large objects in the boot that make it difficult for you to open the door manually. Press the unlock button on the key fob a few times to unlock the vehicle. The door locks will be locked and the red light will begin to flash. If not it means that the battery inside the key fob could be dead and need replacing. Alternately RF interference caused by nearby buildings could disrupt your system.

Some key fobs also have a physical key that can be used to open your car (often for the driver's side door, but sometimes the boot too). They are usually accessible by flipping up the flap on the fob or pressing a button on the case. The physical key may then slide out of the slot of the case to gain access to the lock.

Key fobs are susceptible to being damaged by water, particularly when the chips inside are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some cases chips that are damaged could cause key fobs to cease working. In this scenario the key fob will need to be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths often provide replacement keys quicker than dealers, and at a significantly lower cost.

Remote Start

You can start your car without having to carry your keys on you. This is particularly useful when it's hot outside and you're looking to cool down your car while running errands. However, there are some important things to be aware of prior to making use of this feature.

Some key fobs come with a remote engine start button that you can use to start your vehicle remotely (for instance, Ford has a circular arrow that moves clockwise on its key fob). Mazdas, for example, require you to lock the key first and then press the Start button.

You may have a weak or dead battery in your key fob, if you're not able to start the car. This is due to the fact that the batteries inside the key fob are no longer able to send an effective signal to the car's system.

If this happens, you can either replace the batteries or re-program your key fob. The procedure for this differs from car to car, but you should generally follow the instructions in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are also able to help you with this procedure. We have the expert equipment needed to cut and program a replacement Peugeot keys at workplace, at home, or if you are stuck on the roadside.

Door Locks

The Peugeot 3008 remote key system allows the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle by pressing of a button on the key fob. The key fob, which is different from the traditional key with a physical hole, stores a secret copy of the car keys inside.

To do this, it uses a unique radio signal which can only be transmitted when the key is within a certain distance of the vehicle. When the signal is detected by a solenoid, the door lock converts the electronic command into a mechanical action. The rod is then moved to controls the door locks exactly like the turning of a physical key used to do.

There are a variety of possible reasons for a Peugeot keyfob not locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most frequent reason is the battery is dead. It can be fixed in minutes. Other causes include worn buttons water damage signal interference or a faulty electronic chip.

Modern vehicles require a precise level of precision for operation, and the key fob isn't immune to this. The key fob might be programmed incorrectly, or it may have a hardware fault that hinders the vehicle from responding to the signal of the key. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram your key fob in order to ensure it is compatible with the vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot was one of the first companies to include an immobiliser inside a key. This stops the car from being started if the key sends the wrong signal to the car. This is a great feature when they are new but as time passes, the chips may wear out and cause problems. This usually begins with a message saying 'anti theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light flashing with the message "immobiliser fault".

Normally Peugeot dealerships need to be asked to create and program replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths will have standard equipment from dealers on their van. This means that they can make new peugeot 207 replacement key cost keys at your house or by the roadside much quicker than dealers.

Generally Peugeot keys begin to experience issues when the blade of the key wears out. The wear causes the mouth of the key to stop feeding into the lock correctly and causing wear on the locks themselves. Sometimes, simply changing a new blade helps to solve the issue. It could also be beneficial to have the teeth of the key replaced to enable them to perform more smoothly. Only a qualified auto locksmith can do this, but it can save you a lot of time and cash in the long run.