What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob is a useful feature that allows drivers to start their vehicle from the distance. This feature is helpful in hot or cold conditions, as it offers drivers the chance 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 time to wait weeks for them to complete the process. KeyNOW can cut keys, program them, and then deliver new Peugeot keys faster than you can at KeyNOW.
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 a great feature if your vehicle needs to be parked during a hot summer day or if the boot is filled with heavy objects that make it difficult to 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 close and a red LED light will start to flash. If this doesn't occur the battery in your key fob could be dead and requires to be replaced. Alternately, the RF interference created by nearby buildings could disrupt your system.
Certain key fobs can also be equipped with physical keys that can be used to unlock your car (often for the driver's side door, but sometimes the boot as well). They can be opened by opening a flap on the fob, or by pressing a button on the case. The key's physical part can be slid out of the slot inside the case.
replacement key for peugeot partner van may be damaged by water, especially when the chips inside are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some instances a chip that has been damaged could cause key fobs not to function. In this case the key fob needs to be replaced by the dealer. Locksmiths are able to replace keys much quicker and at lower costs than dealerships.
Remote Start
If your key fob includes the remote start feature it will allow you to turn on the engine without needing to have your car keys on hands. This is particularly useful if it's hot and you need to cool your car while you run some errands. There are a few things you need to know prior to using this feature.
Some key fobs include a remote engine start button that you can use to start your vehicle remotely (for example, Ford has a circular arrow that is moving clockwise on its key fob). Mazdas, for instance require you to lock the key first and then press the Start button.
If you're not able to start your car, you might have a weak or dead battery inside the key fob. The battery inside the key fob is no longer strong enough to send a signal back to the car's system.
If this is the case, you'll need to replace the batteries in the key fob or attempt reprogramming it. This process differs from vehicle to car, but you can usually follow the instructions in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can also help with this process - we've got the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your place of work, home or if you're at the side of the road.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote key system allows the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle at the touch of a button on the key fob. Unlike the traditional key that has a physical key hole, this key fob stores an electronic copy of the car keys inside.
It does this by utilizing the radio signal which can only be transmitted if the key is in some distance from the car. Once the signal is spotted, a solenoid inside the door lock converts the electronic command into a mechanical action. This is accomplished by moving a rod which is used to operate the car door locks exactly like the turning of keys used to do.
If you notice that a Peugeot key fob isn't locking or unlocking the vehicle, there are a variety of possible reasons for the issue. The most frequent cause is a dead battery for the coin, which can be replaced within minutes. Other causes include worn buttons, water damage, signal interference or a damaged electronic chip.
The key fobs of modern cars is not an exception. Modern cars require extremely high level of precision in order to operate. The key fob could be programmed incorrectly, or it could have a hardware defect that stops the vehicle from responding to the signal generated by the key. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram your key fob to ensure that it is compatible with the vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was among the first companies to incorporate an immobiliser in a key. This prevents the car from starting in the event that the key sends the wrong signal to the vehicle. In the beginning, this is great however, as they age the chips may wear out and cause problems. It usually starts with an error message that says 'anti-theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light is blinking indicating "immobiliser fault".
Peugeot dealerships are typically used to create and program replacement keys. A mobile locksmith will use dealer-standard equipment in their van. This means they can create new Peugeot keys at your house or on the roadside quicker than a dealership.
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 entering the lock correctly and causing wear on the locks themselves. Sometimes, simply changing a new blade helps to solve the issue. It is also possible to have the teeth on the key cleaned so that they can operate more efficiently. Only a professional auto locksmith is able to do this, but it could save you a lot of time and cash in the long run.