What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from a distance. 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 are able to create and program new Peugeot keys for you however only if you have the time to wait weeks for them to do so. KeyNOW is the only place where you can get your keys. KeyNOW, we can cut the keys, program them and then deliver new Peugeot keys to you significantly faster.

Keyless Entry

Along with unlocking and opening the doors of your car, some key fobs can also be used to start the engine. This is useful in the event that you need to leave the vehicle during hot weather, or if you're carrying heavy items in the boot which make it difficult to open the door manually. To start the car using your key fob, simply press the unlock button a few times in quick sequence. The door locks should unlock and a red LED light will start to flash. If this does not happen, your key fob battery may be dead and needs to be replaced. Alternately, the RF interference created by nearby buildings could interfere with your system.

Some key fobs have a physical key that can be used to unlock your vehicle (often for the driver's side door, but sometimes the boot too). They can be opened by opening the flap on the fob, or a button on the case. The key's physical part can be removed from the slot inside the case.

Water can damage key fobs particularly when the chips are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some cases key fobs can cease working completely due a damaged chip. In this case the key fob will need to be replaced by the dealer. Locksmiths can provide replacement keys faster and at a lesser cost than dealerships.

Remote Start

You can start your car and not need to have your keys with you. This is especially useful when it's hot and you need to cool your vehicle while running errands. There are a few things you need to know before you can use this feature.

Certain key fobs have an exclusive remote engine start button (for instance Ford's keyfob has an arrow that is circular and going clockwise) which you must press to start the car remotely. Mazdas, for example, require you to lock the key first and then press the Start button.

There could be an insufficient or dead battery in your key fob if you are unable to start the car. The battery of the key fob is no longer strong enough to transmit a signal to the car system.

If this is the situation, you'll need to replace the batteries on your key fob or try changing the program. The procedure for this differs from car to car, but you should generally follow the instructions in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can assist with this process We have the expert equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your place of work, home or even if you're stuck at the side of the road.

Door Locks

The peugeot key fob replacement 3008 remote allows you to lock or unlock your vehicle by pressing the button on your key fob. Contrary to the traditional key, which has a physical key hole, this key fob stores an electronic copy of the car key inside.

It does this by using an electronic signal that can only be sent when the key is located at some distance from the car. A solenoid inside the door lock converts the electronic command into an actual mechanical one after the signal is detected. This causes a rod to turn the car door locks just as an actual key could.

If you find that your Peugeot key fob isn't locking or unlocking the car, there are several possible causes. The most frequent cause is the battery is dead. This can be repaired in a matter of minutes. Other reasons include worn buttons, water damage or signal interference, or a damaged electronic chip.

Modern cars require a very high degree of precision to function, and the key fob is not immune to this. The key fob might be programed incorrectly or have an issue with the hardware that prevents it from responding to signals from the vehicle. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram the key fob and ensure that it is compatible with your vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot were one of the first car makers to implement an immobiliser device in the key. This stops the car from being started in the event that the key transmits the incorrect signal to the car. This is a great feature when they are new but as time passes, the chips get worn out and cause issues. This typically happens when you notice an alert on your dashboard that says 'anti-theft system active or a warning light that reads "immobiliser failure".

Usually peugeot car key replacement cost dealerships must be asked to create and program replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths have dealer-standard equipment on their van. This means that they can create new Peugeot keys at your home or at the roadside faster than a dealership.

Peugeot keys usually begin to fail when the key blade begins to wear. This wear causes the mouth of the key to stop entering the lock correctly and causing wear on the locks themselves. Sometimes, just swapping a new blade can help resolve the problem. It is also possible to have the teeth of the key replaced so that they function more efficiently. Only a qualified auto locksmith can do this, but it could save you lots of time and money in the long run.