What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob is a useful feature that allows drivers to start their vehicle from an extended distance. This feature is helpful in hot or cold conditions, as it offers drivers to warm their car's interior and engine before entering the vehicle.
Car dealerships can design and program new Peugeot keys for you but only if they have the patience to wait weeks for them to do so. At KeyNOW we can cut programs, cut and deliver new Peugeot keys to you much faster.
Keyless Entry
Key fobs can start the engine of your car. This is useful if the vehicle needs to be parked during a hot summer day or when the trunk is full of heavy items that make it difficult to open the door. To unlock the car using your key fob, simply press the unlock button several times in rapid succession. The door locks will lock and the red light will begin to flash. If not, the battery in your key fob might be depleted and require replacement. Alternately, RF interference from nearby buildings may interfere with your system.
Certain key fobs can also be equipped with a physical key that can be used to open your car (often for the driver's side door, but occasionally the boot as well). You can open them by lifting a flap or pressing the button. The physical key may then slide out of the slot inside the case to gain access to the lock.
Water can cause damage to key fobs, especially when the chips are exposed to soapy or salty water. In certain instances the chip that is damaged can cause key fobs to stop working. If this happens, the key fob has to be replaced - typically by the dealer. Locksmiths can replace keys much faster and at a lower cost than dealerships.
Remote Start
You can start your car without having to have your keys with you. This is especially useful when it's hot and you need to cool your car down while running some errands. However, there are a few important things to be aware of prior to using this feature.
Some key fobs have a dedicated remote engine start button (for example Ford's keyfob has a circular arrow going clockwise) that you need to press in order to start the car remotely. Mazdas, for example, require you to lock the key first and then press the Start button.
There could be a weak or dead battery in your key fob, if you aren't able to start your car. The battery inside the key fob isn't as strong to send a signal to the car system.
If this happens, you'll need to either replace the batteries, or re-program your key fob. The procedure varies for each vehicle, but the instructions are typically found in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are also competent to assist you with this process. We have the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot key at your office, home or even when you're stuck on the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote system allows you to lock or unlock your car by pressing the button on your key fob. Contrary to the traditional key, which has a key hole that is physical, this key fob stores an encrypted replica of the car key inside.
It does this by using the radio signal which is only transmitted when the key is at a certain distance from the car. A solenoid in the door lock converts the electronic command to an actual mechanical one after the signal has been detected. The rod is then moved to opens the door lock just like the turning of a key in a physical lock would do.
If a Peugeot key fob has stopped locking or unlocking the vehicle, there are many possible causes. The most common reason is a dead battery. It is easily replaced in minutes. Other reasons include worn buttons, water damage signals interference or a malfunctioning electronic chip.
Modern vehicles require a precise level of precision for operation, and the key fob is not immune to this. The key fob may be improperly programmed, or suffer from an issue with the hardware that stops it from responding to a signal from the vehicle. A certified locksmith can reprogram the key fob and make sure that it works with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was among the first companies to put an immobiliser on a key. This prevents the car from starting in the event that the key sends the wrong signal to the car. When it's brand new, this is fantastic however as they age, the chips wear out and start causing problems. This usually starts when you see a message on your dashboard saying 'anti-theft system active or a warning light which reads 'immobiliser failed'.
Peugeot dealerships are usually used to design and program replacement keys. However, a professional locksmith has dealer-standard equipment in their van, which means they are able to be with you and making new Peugeot keys on the roadside or at your home faster than a dealership would be capable of.
Generally peugeot key replacement near me start to have problems because the key blade wears out. The wear causes the mouth of the key to stop being able to enter the lock in a proper manner which causes more wear on the locks themselves. Sometimes, simply changing the blade will help resolve the problem. It can also be beneficial to have the teeth on the key refurbished to enable them to operate more efficiently. This is something only a certified auto locksmith can do however it can help you avoid a lot of hassle and expense in the long run.