What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from a distance. This feature is beneficial in cold or hot conditions, as it offers motorists to warm their car's interior and engine before entering the vehicle.
Dealerships are able to program and create new Peugeot keys but only if they have the time. At KeyNOW we can cut the keys, program them and then deliver new Peugeot keys to you much quicker.
Keyless Entry
In addition to unlocking and opening your car doors, a few key fobs also have the capability to start the engine. This is useful if the vehicle is left on a hot day, or if the boot is stuffed with heavy items that make it difficult to manually open the door. To unlock the car using your key fob, press the unlock button a few times in quick succession. The door locks should unlock and the red LED light will start to flash. If this does not occur then your key fob battery may be dead and needs to be replaced. Also, RF interference coming from nearby buildings could cause interference to your system.
peugeot car key replacement cost is that some key fobs are equipped with a physical key to unlock the car (often only for the door of the driver, but sometimes, they can also be used for the boot). They can be opened by lifting the flap or pressing a button. The key's physical form can slide out of a slot in the case to gain access to the lock.
Key fobs may be damaged by water, especially if the chips inside them are exposed to salty or soapy water. In certain instances, key fobs will stop working completely due to a damaged chip. In this instance, the key fob must be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths may provide replacement keys faster than dealers, and at a lesser cost.
Remote Start
If your key fob comes with the remote start feature, it can turn on the engine without needing to have your car keys in hand. This is particularly helpful in hot weather and you're looking to cool down your car while running on errands. But, there are a few things to consider before using this feature.
Certain key fobs come with a specific remote engine start button (for example Ford's key fob sports a circular arrow going clockwise) which you must press in order to remotely start your car. Mazdas, for example require you to first lock the key and then press the Start button.
If you're not able to start your car, you could have a weak or dead battery inside the key fob. The battery in the key fob isn't powerful enough to send a signal to your car's system.
If this happens, either replace the batteries or re-program your key fob. The procedure for this differs from car to vehicle, but you can typically follow the steps in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are competent to assist you with this process. We have the specialist equipment to cut and program the replacement Peugeot key at office, home or even if you are stuck on the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote system enables you to lock or unlock your vehicle by pressing a button on your key fob. As opposed to the traditional keys that has a key hole that is physical, this key fob stores an encrypted copy of the car's key inside.
It does this by using the radio signal which is only sent when the key is at a certain distance from car. When the signal is recognized and a solenoid in the door lock converts the electronic signal into the mechanical action. This causes a rod to operate the car door locks, the same way keys on a real key would.
There are a variety of possible reasons for the Peugeot keyfob that isn't locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most common cause is an unresponsive battery. This can be fixed in minutes. Other reasons include worn-out buttons, signal interference, or water damage or a malfunctioning chip.
Modern cars require a very high degree of precision to operate and the key fob isn't immune to this. The key fob may be programmed incorrectly or it could be faulty in hardware that prevents the vehicle from responding to the signal of the key. A certified locksmith can reprogram your key fob to ensure that it is compatible with the vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot were one of the first car makers to incorporate an immobiliser chip in the key. This stops the car from being started in the event that the key transmits the wrong signal to the car. If it's new, this is great but as they age the chips will wear out and cause issues. This usually starts when you see a message on your dashboard saying 'anti-theft system active' or a warning lamp which reads 'immobiliser failed'.
Typically Peugeot dealerships need to be called to create and programme replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths use dealer-standard equipment in their van. This means that they can design new Peugeot keys at your house or by the roadside much faster than a dealership.
Generally Peugeot keys start to show problems when the blade wears out. The wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop entering the lock correctly, causing more wear on the locks themselves. The issue can be addressed by simply changing the blade. It can also be beneficial to have the teeth of the key repaired so they work more smoothly. Only a certified auto locksmith is able to do this, but it can save you a lot of time and money in the end.