What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from afar. This feature is helpful in cold or hot conditions, since it gives drivers the chance to warm their vehicle's engine and interior before entering the vehicle.
Dealerships can program and create new Peugeot keys however, only if they have the time. At KeyNOW we can cut programming, cut and give new Peugeot keys to you much faster.
Keyless Entry
Along with unlocking and opening the doors of your car, some key fobs also have the capability to start the engine. This is a great feature if your vehicle is left in a hot weather condition or if the boot is full of heavy objects that make it difficult to manually open the door. To start the car with your key fob, simply press the unlock button several times in rapid succession. The door locks will be locked and a red light will start to flash. If it doesn't it means that the battery inside your key fob could be dead and requires replacement. Alternatively, RF interference from nearby buildings could affect your system.
Another neat feature is that some key fobs contain a physical key to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door, but sometimes also for the boot). You can open them by lifting the flap or pressing a button. The key's physical part can be pulled out of the slot inside the case.
Key fobs can be damaged by water - especially when the chips within them are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some instances a chip that has been damaged can cause key fobs to cease working. If peugeot boxer key happens the key fob needs to be replaced - usually by the dealer. However, locksmiths may offer replacement keys much faster than a dealer, and at a significantly lower cost.
Remote Start
You can start your car without having to carry your keys in your car. This is especially useful when it's hot outside and you want to cool your vehicle while you run errands. However, there are some important things to be aware of prior to using this feature.
Some key fobs include an engine start button you can press to start your car remotely (for instance, Ford has a circular an arrow which is moving clockwise around its key fob). Others, such as Mazdas keys, require you to secure 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 in the key fob. This is due to the fact that the batteries in the key fob aren't able to send an effective signal to the car's system.
If this happens, you'll need to either replace the batteries or reprogram your key fob. The procedure is different for every car, but the instructions are typically found in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are able to assist with this procedure as we have the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at the workplace, at 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 a button on your key fob. Contrary to the traditional key, which has a physical key hole the key fob has an electronic copy of the car's key inside.
It does this by utilizing an electronic signal that can only be sent when the key is located at an appropriate distance from the car. Once the signal is spotted, a solenoid inside the door lock converts the electronic command into an action that is mechanical. This moves a rod that controls the door locks similar to the way the physical key used to do.
There are many possible causes for a Peugeot keyfob not locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most common is a dead coin battery, which can be replaced in a matter of minutes. Other causes include worn buttons, water damage, signal interference or a malfunctioning 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 may have been programmed incorrectly, or it could be faulty in hardware that makes the vehicle unable to respond to the signal sent by the key. A licensed locksmith can reprogram your key fob in order to ensure it is compatible with the vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was among the first manufacturers to install an immobiliser into the key. The chip prevents the car from starting if it detects an untrue signal being sent from the key to the car. This is great when they're new however over time, the chips get worn out and cause issues. This usually starts with getting an alert that reads 'anti theft system active on the dashboard or a warning light is flashing with the message 'immobiliser fault'.
Peugeot dealerships are typically called to create and program replacement keys. However, a professional locksmith is equipped with dealer-standard equipment in their van, meaning they can be there and generating new Peugeot keys at the roadside or at home much quicker than dealers would be capable of.
Peugeot keys usually begin to malfunction when the blade begins to wear. This wear can cause the mouth of the key to fit into the lock in a correct manner, leading to further wear on the locks. Often simply swapping over the blade will help solve the issue. It is also possible to have the teeth on the key cleaned so that they can perform more smoothly. Only a certified auto locksmith is able to do this, however it will save you a lot of time and money in the long run.