What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

Peugeot Key Fob is a handy feature that lets drivers start their car from some distance. This feature is helpful in hot or cold conditions, since it gives drivers the opportunity to warm up their engine and interior before entering the vehicle.

Car dealerships can cut and program new Peugeot keys for you but only if they have the patience to wait weeks for them to do this. KeyNOW KeyNOW, we can cut programs, cut and deliver new Peugeot keys to you, a lot quicker.

Keyless Entry

In addition to unlocking and opening the doors of your car, some key fobs are also able to start the engine. This is useful when you need to leave the vehicle on hot days or if you're carrying heavy items in the boot that make it difficult for you to open the door manually. To open the car using your key fob, simply press the unlock button on it a few times in quick intervals. The door locks should unlock and the red LED light should begin to flash. If this does not occur then your key fob battery may be dead and needs to be replaced. Alternately, interference from RF caused by nearby buildings could interfere with your system.

Certain key fobs also come with physical keys that can be used to unlock your car (often for the driver's side door, but occasionally the boot too). They can usually be accessed by flipping up an opening on the fob or pressing a button on the case. The key can then be removed from the slot of the case, allowing access to the lock.

Key fobs may be damaged by water, especially if the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some cases, a chip that is damaged could cause key fobs to stop working. In this situation the key fob needs to be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths can often offer replacement keys faster than dealers, and at a lesser cost.

Remote Start

You can start your car without needing to carry your keys in your car. This is especially helpful in hot weather and you want to cool your car while you run errands. However, there are some things to consider before using this feature.

Some key fobs come with an engine start button that can be pressed to start your car remotely (for example, Ford has a circular arrow moving clockwise on its key fob). Others, such as Mazdas keys, require you to secure the key, and then press the start button.

If you're unable start your car, it could be that you have a weak or dead battery inside the key fob. The key fob's battery isn't powerful enough to send a signal back to the car system.

If this is the scenario, you'll have to replace the batteries in your key fob or consider reprogramming it. The procedure differs for each vehicle, but the instructions are usually found in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are also able to assist with this process We've got the expert equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your home, workplace or if you're stuck on the side of the road.

Door Locks

The Peugeot 3008 remote key system enables the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle at the touch of a button on the key fob. The key fob, which is different from the standard key that has a physical hole, stores a hidden copy of the car keys 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 converts the electronic signal into a mechanical one once the signal is detected. This causes a rod to operate the door locks, the same way a physical key could.

If you notice that a Peugeot key fob isn't locking or unlocking the car, there are many possible reasons for the issue. The most common cause is an unresponsive battery. This can be replaced within minutes. Other causes include worn-out buttons, signal interference, or water damage or a damaged chip.

Modern vehicles require a high degree of precision in order to function and the key fob isn't immune to this. The key fob may be programmed incorrectly, or have an issue with the hardware that stops it from responding to a signal from the vehicle. A licensed locksmith can reprogram the key fob and ensure that it works with your vehicle.

Immobiliser

peugeot car key replacement cost was among the first companies to include an immobiliser into the key. The chip prevents the car from starting if it detects an untrue signal coming from the key to the car. When new this is great, but as they age the chips can get worn out and start to cause issues. This usually starts when you see a message on your dashboard that says 'anti-theft system active' or a warning lamp that reads 'immobiliser failure'.

peugeot 206 Key replacement dealerships are usually used to create and program replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths use dealer-standard equipment in their van. This means that they can make new Peugeot keys at home or on the roadside quicker than dealers.

Generally Peugeot keys begin to exhibit issues as the key blade wears out. This wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop being able to enter the lock in a proper manner which causes more wear on the locks themselves. Sometimes, just swapping a new blade can help solve the issue. It can also help to have the teeth of the key replaced to make them more efficient. This is something only a qualified auto locksmith can do, but it can save you a lot of trouble and cost in the end.