What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob is an excellent feature that lets drivers start their car from an extended distance. This is beneficial during extreme temperatures and allows drivers to warm the engine and the interior before entering the vehicle.
Dealerships can program new Peugeot keys however only if they are able to do so. KeyNOW can cut programs, cut, and deliver new Peugeot keys faster with KeyNOW.
Keyless Entry
Some key fobs can also start your car's engine. This is useful if you have to leave the vehicle on hot days, or if you're carrying large items in the boot which make it difficult to open the door manually. Press the unlock button on your key fob several times quickly to begin the vehicle. The door locks will unlock and a red light will start to flash. If this does not occur then your key fob battery could be dead and requires to be replaced. Alternately, RF interference from nearby buildings may cause interference to your system.
Another nifty feature is that certain key fobs have a hidden physical key that can be used to unlock the car (often only for the door of the driver, but occasionally for the boot too). They are usually accessible by opening the flap on the fob, or pressing a button on the case. The physical key can be removed from the slot inside the case.
Water can damage key fobs, especially when the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some cases a chip that has been damaged can cause key fobs not to function. If this happens, the key fob needs to be replaced - usually by the dealer. However, locksmiths can often provide replacement keys quicker than dealers, and at a lower cost.
Remote Start
You can start your car without needing to have your keys in your car. This is especially useful when it's hot and you need to cool your car while you run some errands. But, there are a few things you should know before making use of this feature.
Some key fobs have a separate remote engine start button (for example Ford's key fob sports an arrow that is circular and going clockwise) that you need to press in order to remotely start your car. Others, such as Mazdas key fob, require you to first secure the key, and then press the start button.
There may be an insufficient or dead battery in your key fob if you aren't able to start the car. The battery in the key fob isn't strong enough to send a signal to your car's system.
If this happens, you can either replace the batteries or reprogram your key fob. The procedure differs for each car, but the instructions are usually found in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are capable of helping you with this procedure. We have the specialist tools needed to cut and program the 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 at the touch of a button on the key fob. As opposed to the traditional keys that has a key hole that is physical this key fob is able to store a hidden electronic replica of the car key inside.
In order to accomplish this, it uses the use of a specific radio signal that is only sent when the key is within a specified range of the vehicle. A solenoid inside the door lock converts the electronic signal into an actual mechanical one after the signal has been spotted. This is when a rod turns to turn the car door locks, just as keys on a real key would.
There are a myriad of reasons for an Peugeot keyfob not locking or unlocking your car. The most common cause is an unresponsive coin battery which can be replaced within minutes. Other causes include worn buttons, water damage signals interference or a defective electronic chip.
The key fob on modern automobiles is not an exception. Modern vehicles require an extremely high level of precision in order to operate. The key fob could have been programmed incorrectly, or it could have a hardware issue 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 your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was among the first companies to include an immobiliser in the key. peugeot 3008 key fob prevents the vehicle from starting when the key sends a wrong signal to the vehicle. This is great when they are new however, over time, the chips can wear out and cause problems. This usually begins with an error message that says 'anti-theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light blinking indicating "immobiliser fault".
Normally Peugeot dealerships have to be called to create and programme replacement keys. However, a professional mobile locksmith has dealer-standard equipment in their van, meaning they can be at your location and generating new Peugeot keys by the roadside or at home more quickly than dealerships would be able to.
Generally Peugeot keys begin to exhibit issues when the blade of the key wears out. This wear can cause the mouth of the key to get into the lock correctly, which can cause further wear on the locks. Sometimes, simply changing the blade will help resolve the problem. It can also be beneficial to have the teeth of the key repaired so that they can perform more smoothly. This is something only a fully qualified auto locksmith can do but it could save you a lot of hassle and expense in the long term.