What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from afar. This feature is helpful in cold or hot weather, as it allows drivers to warm up their engine and interior before entering the vehicle.
Car dealerships can design and program new Peugeot keys for you however, only if you are willing to wait for weeks for them to do this. KeyNOW can cut keys, program them, and then deliver new Peugeot keys much more quickly at KeyNOW.
Keyless Entry
Certain key fobs also start your car's engine. This is useful in the event that you have to leave your vehicle during the heat of summer, or if you're carrying heavy items in your boot that make it difficult to open the door manually. To start the car with your key fob, simply press the unlock button on it several times in rapid sequence. The door locks will lock and the red light will begin to flash. If this doesn't occur, your key fob battery could be dead and requires to be replaced. Alternately, interference from RF caused by nearby structures could interfere with your system.
Another cool feature is that certain key fobs have a hidden physical key that can be used to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door, but sometimes for the boot too). They can typically be opened by opening the flap on the fob, or a button on the case. The key's physical part can be slid out of the slot in the case.
Water can cause damage to key fobs particularly when the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In certain instances a chip that has been damaged can cause key fobs to stop functioning. If this occurs the key fob will have to be replaced - usually by the dealer. peugeot 307 key fob replacement can supply replacement keys much quicker and at a lower cost than dealerships.
Remote Start
If your key fob includes the remote start feature, it will allow you to start the engine without needing to hold the keys to your car in the palm of your hand. This is especially useful when it's hot outside and you want to cool down your car when you're running the errands. There are a few things that you need to know before you use this feature.
Some key fobs include an engine start button that you can press to start your vehicle remotely (for example, Ford has a circular arrow that moves clockwise on its key fob). Mazdas, for instance require you to lock the key first and then press the Start button.
There could be a dead or weak battery in your key fob, if you're unable to start the car. The battery in the key fob isn't strong enough to send a signal back to the car system.
If this is the scenario, you'll have to replace the batteries in your key fob or consider reprogramming it. This process varies from car to car, but you can usually follow the instructions in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are also able to help you with this process. We have the specialist tools needed to cut and program replacement Peugeot key at office, home or when you're stuck by the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote key system allows the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle with the press of a button on the key fob. As opposed to the traditional keys that has a physical key hole, this key fob stores a hidden electronic copy of the car key inside.
To do this, it relies on a unique radio signal which is only transmitted when the key is within a certain range of the vehicle. A solenoid inside the door lock converts the electronic signal into mechanical once the signal has been spotted. This moves a rod that is used to operate the car door locks similar to the way a key in a physical lock would do.
There are several possible causes for the Peugeot keyfob not locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most common cause is an unresponsive coin battery which can be replaced in a matter of minutes. Other reasons include worn-out buttons, water damage or signal interference or a damaged chip.
The key fob in modern automobiles is not an exception. Modern cars require an extremely high level of precision to function. The key fob may have been programmed incorrectly, or it could have a hardware fault that stops the vehicle from responding to the signal of the key. A locksmith who is certified can reprogram the key fob to ensure that it works with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was among the first companies to put an immobiliser on a key. The immobiliser chip stops the car from starting if it detects an untrue signal being sent from the key to the car. When new this is great, but as they age the chips wear out and cause problems. It usually starts with a message saying 'anti theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light illuminated stating "immobiliser fault".
Typically, Peugeot dealerships have to be called in to design and program replacement keys. A mobile locksmith will have standard equipment from dealers on their van. This means that they can make new Peugeot keys at your home or on the roadside quicker than a dealership.
Peugeot keys usually start to fail when the blade begins to wear. The wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop being able to enter the lock in a proper manner and causing wear on the locks themselves. The issue can be fixed by changing the blade. It is also possible to have the teeth of the key repaired to allow them to operate more efficiently. This is something only a fully qualified auto locksmith can do but it could save you lots of trouble and cost in the long run.