What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob is an excellent feature that allows drivers to start their car from the distance. This feature is beneficial in cold or hot weather, as it gives drivers to warm the interior and engine before entering the vehicle.
Car dealerships can create and program new Peugeot keys for you however, only if you have the time to wait for weeks for them to do it. KeyNOW KeyNOW we can cut, program and hand over new Peugeot keys to you, much faster.
Keyless Entry
Along with unlocking and opening your car doors, a few key fobs also have the capability to start the engine. This is helpful 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. Press the unlock button on your key fob a few times to unlock the vehicle. The door locks should be locked and a red LED light will start to flash. If this does not happen, your key fob battery could be dead and requires to be replaced. Alternately, interference from RF caused by nearby buildings could disrupt your system.
Another nifty feature is that some key fobs come with a physical key that can be used to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door, but sometimes also for the boot). They can usually be accessed by opening the flap on the fob, or by pressing a button on the case. The key's physical part can be pulled out of the slot inside the case.
Key fobs may be damaged by water, especially when the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In certain instances keys will stop working completely due an issue with the chip. If this occurs the key fob needs to be replaced, usually by the dealer. Locksmiths are able to replace keys much quicker and at a lower price than dealerships.
Remote Start
You can start your car and not need to have your keys in your car. This is especially helpful when it's hot and you want to cool your car when you're running around. There are peugeot van key replacement must be aware of prior to using this feature.
Some key fobs have an exclusive remote engine start button (for example Ford's keyfob has 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 unable start your car, you may have a weak or dead battery inside the key fob. This is due to the fact that the key fob's batteries aren't able to send an effective signal to the car's system.
If this is the scenario, you'll have to replace the batteries on your key fob, or try programming it. The procedure is different for each vehicle, however the instructions are usually in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are also able to 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 3008 remote key system allows the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle with a press of a button on the key fob. This key fob, unlike the traditional key with a physical hole, stores a hidden copy of the car keys inside.
In order to accomplish this, it relies on the use of a specific radio signal that is only sent when the key is within a certain distance of the car. A solenoid inside the door lock transforms the electronic command into mechanical after the signal is detected. This triggers a rod that controls the door locks just like the turning of keys used to do.
There are a myriad of reasons for the Peugeot keyfob that is not locking or unlocking your car. The most frequent cause is the battery is dead. It can be repaired in a matter of minutes. Other causes include worn-out buttons, signals interference or water damage or a malfunctioning chip.
Modern vehicles require a high level of precision to function and the key fob isn't in any way immune to this. The key fob might be programmed incorrectly, or may have a hardware defect that prevents it from responding to a signal from the vehicle. A licensed locksmith can reprogram your key fob to make sure it is compatible with the vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot were among the first car makers to incorporate an immobiliser chip in a key. This stops the car from starting in the event that the key sends the wrong signal to the car. This is great when they're new however, over time, the chips will get worn out and cause issues. This usually starts when you notice a message on your dashboard that reads 'anti theft system active or a warning lamp that says 'immobiliser failure'.
Typically Peugeot dealerships have to be called to create and program replacement keys. However, a professional locksmith has dealer-standard equipment in their van, meaning they can be with you and making new Peugeot keys at the side of the road or at home, much faster than dealers would be able to.
Peugeot keys usually start to malfunction when the key blade begins to wear out. The wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop from feeding into the lock properly and causing wear on the locks themselves. The problem can be resolved by simply changing the blade. It can also be beneficial to have the teeth on the key refurbished to allow them to operate more efficiently. Only a certified auto locksmith is able to do this, but it could save you lots of time and money in the end.