What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

Peugeot Key Fob lets drivers start the car from a distance. This can be beneficial in temperatures that are hot or cold as it permits drivers to warm up the engine and interior before entering the vehicle.

Car dealerships are able to create and program new Peugeot keys for you but only if they have the time to wait for weeks to do so. At KeyNOW we can cut the keys, program them and then deliver new Peugeot keys to you much faster.

Keyless Entry

Some key fobs are also able to help start the engine of your car. This is useful if the vehicle has to be left on a hot day, or if the boot is filled with heavy objects that make it difficult to open the door. To unlock the car using your key fob, simply press the unlock button a few times in quick intervals. The door locks will be locked and a red light will start to flash. If this does not happen, your key fob battery could be dead and requires to be replaced. Also, RF interference coming from nearby buildings may affect your system.

Certain key fobs also come with physical keys that can be used to open your car (often for the driver's side door, but sometimes the boot as well). They can be opened by flipping up a flap on the fob or pressing a button on the case. The key's physical part can be removed from an opening in the case, allowing access to the lock.

Key fobs can be damaged by water particularly when the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In certain instances keys will stop working completely due to damage to the chip. In this situation the key fob has to be replaced by the dealer. Locksmiths are able to replace keys faster and at lower costs than dealerships.

Remote Start

If your key fob includes the remote start feature it can start the engine without needing to hold your car keys in hands. This is particularly useful when it's hot outside and you want to cool down your car while running errands. There are a few things that you should know prior to using 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 an arrow which is moving clockwise around its key fob). Mazdas, for instance, require you to first lock the key and then press the Start button.

If you're unable start your car, you might have a weak or dead battery in the key fob. This is due to the fact that the batteries in the key fob aren't strong enough to send an energizing signal to the car's system.

If this is the case, you'll need to replace the batteries on your key fob, or try reprogramming it. The procedure for this differs from car to car, but you should usually follow the instructions in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are also able to assist you with this process We have the expert equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at the workplace, at home or if you're on the side of the road.

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. In contrast to the traditional key which has a key hole that is physical, this key fob stores a hidden electronic copy of the car key inside.

To do this, it uses a unique radio signal which is only sent out when the key is within a certain range of the car. Once the signal is spotted by a solenoid, the door lock transforms the electronic signal into a mechanical action. This moves a rod that operates the car door locks just like the turning of a key in a physical lock would do.

If you notice that a Peugeot key fob has stopped locking or unlocking the vehicle, there are many possibilities of the cause. The most frequent reason is an unresponsive battery. It can be fixed in minutes. Other causes are worn-out buttons water damage or signal interference or a damaged chip.

Modern vehicles require a high degree of precision in order to function and the key fob is not immune to this. Key fobs can be improperly programmed, or suffer from an issue with the hardware that stops it from responding to a signal from the vehicle. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram your key fob to ensure that it is compatible with the vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot were among the first car makers to include an immobiliser chip in the key. This prevents the vehicle from starting if the key sends the incorrect signal to the car. This is great when they're new however over time, the chips can get worn out and cause issues. It usually happens when you see an alert on your dashboard saying 'anti-theft system active' or a warning lamp which reads 'immobiliser failed'.

Normally Peugeot dealerships must be asked to create and program replacement key for peugeot partner van 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 much quicker than a dealership would be capable of.

Generally Peugeot keys begin to experience problems because the key blade wears out. This wear can cause the mouth of the key not to feed into the lock in a proper manner, causing further wear on the locks. The issue can be addressed by simply changing the blade. It is also possible to have the teeth of the key repaired to allow them to perform more smoothly. This is something only a fully trained auto locksmith can accomplish however it can help you avoid a lot of frustration and money in the long run.