What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from afar. This can be useful during extreme temperatures because it allows drivers to warm up the engine and interior before entering the vehicle.

Car dealerships can cut and program new Peugeot keys for you however, only if you have the time to wait for weeks for them to do this. At KeyNOW, we can cut, program and hand over new Peugeot keys to you, significantly faster.

Keyless Entry

As well as unlocking and opening your car doors, certain key fobs also have the ability to start the engine. This can be useful if you need to leave the vehicle during hot weather, or if you're carrying heavy objects in the boot that make it difficult for you to open the door manually. Press the unlock button on your key fob a several times quickly to begin the car. The door locks should close and the red LED light should begin to flash. If it doesn't it means that the battery inside your key fob could be depleted and require replacement. Alternatively, RF interference from nearby buildings may disrupt your system.

Another cool feature is that some key fobs come with a physical key to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door, but sometimes also for the boot). They can be opened by flipping up a flap on the fob or pressing a button on the case. The physical key may then slide out of a slot in the case to access the lock.

Key fobs can get damaged by water - particularly in the event that the chips inside are exposed to soapy or salty water. In certain instances, a chip that is damaged could cause key fobs to cease working. If this happens the key fob will need to be replaced, usually by the dealer. Locksmiths can supply replacement keys faster and at a lower price than dealerships.

Remote Start

If your key fob comes with the remote start feature it can start the engine without needing to hold your car keys in hand. This is particularly helpful in hot weather and you're trying to cool down your car while you run errands. There are a few points you must be aware of before you can use this feature.

Some key fobs have a specific remote engine start button (for instance Ford's keyfob has an arrow that is circular and going clockwise) that you need to press in order to start the car remotely. Others, like Mazda's keys, require you to secure the key, and then press the start button.

There could be a weak or dead battery in your key fob, workshop if you're unable to start the car. The battery inside the key fob is no longer strong enough to send a signal to the car system.

If this is the scenario, you'll have to replace the batteries on your key fob or try reprogramming it. This procedure varies from car to car, but you can usually follow the instructions in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are able to help you with this procedure. We have the expert tools needed to cut and program the replacement Peugeot key at office, home or in case you're stuck at the roadside.

Door Locks

The Peugeot 3008 remote system lets you to lock or unlock your vehicle by pressing a button on your key fob. Contrary to the traditional key, which has a physical key hole the key fob has a hidden electronic copy of the car's key inside.

To do this, it relies on the use of a specific radio signal that is only transmitted when the key is within a specific range of the vehicle. A solenoid inside the door lock transforms the electronic command into mechanical once the signal has been spotted. This is when a rod turns to operate the car door locks just as keys on a real key would.

If a Peugeot key fob has stopped locking or unlocking the car, there are several possible causes of the problem. The most common cause is a dead battery for the coin, which can be replaced in a matter of minutes. Other causes include worn buttons, water damage signals interference or a faulty electronic chip.

Modern vehicles require a precise level of accuracy for operation and the key fob isn't immune to this. The key fob might be programmed incorrectly or it may have a hardware defect that makes the vehicle unable to respond to the signal of the key. A certified locksmith can reprogram your key fob to ensure it is compatible with the vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot were among the first car manufacturers to use an immobiliser chip in the key. This prevents the car from starting when the key sends a wrong signal to the car. This is a great feature when they are new however over time, the chips get worn out and cause issues. This usually starts when you notice a message on your dashboard that reads 'anti theft system active or a warning lamp that reads "immobiliser failure".

peugeot 307 key replacement dealerships are typically called to design and program replacement keys. However a professional mobile locksmith comes with dealer-standard equipment inside their van, which means they can be at your location and making new Peugeot keys at the roadside or at home much quicker than a dealership would be able to.

Peugeot keys usually start to malfunction when the key blade starts to wear out. This wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop feeding into the lock correctly leading to wear on the locks themselves. Sometimes, simply changing a new blade helps to solve the issue. It is also possible to have the teeth of the key replaced so that they can perform more smoothly. Only a qualified auto locksmith is able to do this, but it can save you lots of time and cash in the long run.