What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

Peugeot Key Fob is an excellent feature that lets drivers start their vehicle from the distance. This feature is beneficial in hot or cold weather, as it allows drivers to warm the interior and engine before entering the vehicle.

Dealerships are able to program and create new peugeot 207 car key keys however only if they are able to do so. At KeyNOW we can cut, program and hand over new Peugeot keys to you significantly faster.

Keyless Entry

Certain key fobs also allow you to start your car's engine. This is useful in the event that you have to leave the vehicle on hot days, or if you're carrying large items in the trunk that make it difficult for you to open the door manually. To unlock the car using your key fob, press the unlock button several times in quick intervals. The door locks will unlock and the red light will begin to flash. If not, the battery in your key fob may be dead and need replacing. Alternately, RF interference caused by nearby buildings could interfere with your system.

Some key fobs have physical keys that can be used to open your car (often for the driver's side door, but sometimes the boot as well). You can open them by lifting the flap or pressing the button. The physical key may then be removed from a slot in the case to open the lock.

Key fobs can get damaged by water, particularly when the chips within them are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some cases keys will stop working completely due a damaged chip. If this occurs the key fob has to be replaced - usually by the dealer. However, locksmiths often offer replacement keys faster than a dealer, and at a lesser cost.

Remote Start

If your key fob includes the remote start feature it allows you to start the engine without needing to hold your car keys in hands. This is particularly helpful when it's hot outside and you want to cool down 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 include an engine start button that can be pressed to start your vehicle remotely (for instance, Ford has a circular arrow moving clockwise on its key fob). Mazdas, for example, require you to lock the key first and then press the Start button.

If you're unable start your car, you may have a dead or weak battery inside the key fob. This is because the batteries inside the key fob aren't able anymore to send an effective signal to the car's system.

If this is the case, then you'll need replace the batteries in your key fob or try changing the program. This procedure varies from car to car, but you should generally follow the instructions in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can also assist with this process We've got the expert equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your workplace, home, or if you're on the side of the road.

Door Locks

The Peugeot 3008 remote system enables you to lock or unlock your vehicle by pressing the button on your key fob. This key fob, unlike the standard key that has an opening in the middle, is designed to store a hidden copy of the car keys inside.

To accomplish this, it uses the use of a specific radio signal that is only sent out when the key is within a specific range of the car. Once the signal is spotted and a solenoid in the door lock translates the electronic signal into an action that is mechanical. This causes a rod to operate the car door locks, the same way the physical key could.

There are a myriad of reasons for a Peugeot keyfob that isn't locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most common cause is an unresponsive coin battery which can be replaced within minutes. Other causes are worn-out buttons water damage or signal interference, or a faulty chip.

The key fob in modern cars is no exception. Modern cars require extremely high level of precision to function. The key fob may be programmed incorrectly or it may have a hardware defect that stops the vehicle from responding to the signal of the key. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram the key fob, and ensure that it is compatible with your vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot was among the first companies to incorporate an immobiliser on a key. This prevents the car from being started when the key sends a incorrect signal to the car. If it's new, this is great, but as they age the chips wear out and start to cause issues. This usually begins with an alert stating 'anti theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light is blinking indicating 'immobiliser fault'.

Peugeot dealerships are typically called to create and program replacement keys. However a professional mobile locksmith has dealer-standard equipment in their van, which means they can be at your location and making new Peugeot keys on the roadside or at home much quicker than dealers would be able to.

peugeot 107 key keys generally begin to fail when the key blade 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. The issue can be addressed by simply replacing the blade. It can also be beneficial to have the teeth on the key cleaned to enable them to operate more efficiently. Only a licensed auto locksmith can do this, but it can save you lots of time and money in the end.