What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

peugeot 3008 Key Fob Key Fob lets drivers start the car from a distance. This can be useful during temperatures that are hot or cold as it permits drivers to warm up the engine and interior before getting inside the vehicle.

Dealerships can program and design new Peugeot keys but only if they have the time. At KeyNOW we can cut the keys, program them and then deliver new peugeot 308 key keys to you, significantly faster.

Keyless Entry

In addition to opening and locking your car doors, certain key fobs also have the capability to start the engine. This is useful in the event that you have to leave the vehicle on hot days, or if you're carrying large items in the trunk that make it difficult to open the door manually. Press the unlock button on your key fob a couple of times to open the car. The door locks should lock and a red LED light will start to flash. If this doesn't happen the battery in your key fob could be dead and requires to be replaced. Alternately, the RF interference created by nearby structures could interfere with your system.

Some key fobs have physical keys that can be used to unlock your vehicle (often for the driver's side door, but sometimes the boot as well). They are usually accessible by flipping up an opening on the fob, or by pressing a button on the case. The physical key can then be slid out of the slot inside the case.

Key fobs are susceptible to being damaged by water, especially in the event that the chips inside are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some instances the chip that is damaged could cause key fobs to stop working. If this happens, the key fob will need to be replaced, usually by the dealer. Locksmiths can supply replacement keys much faster and at lower costs than dealerships.

Remote Start

You can start your car without needing to have your keys on you. This is particularly helpful when it's hot outside and you're trying to cool your car while doing around. There are a few points you need to know prior to using this feature.

Certain key fobs have a remote engine start button that can be pressed 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 first lock the key and then press the Start button.

If you're unable to start your car, you might have a dead or weak battery in the key fob. This is due to the fact that the batteries in the key fob are no longer able to send an energizing signal to the car's system.

If this happens, either replace the batteries or reprogram your key fob. The procedure for this differs from car to vehicle, but you can usually follow the instructions in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can also assist with this process as we have the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at the workplace, at home or if you're stuck on the side of the road.

Door Locks

The peugeot 208 key 3008 remote key system allows the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle with a press of a button on the key fob. The key fob, in contrast to the traditional key with a physical hole, holds an unnoticed copy of the car keys inside.

It does this by using the radio signal which is only transmitted when the key is within a certain distance from the car. Once the signal is spotted by a solenoid, the door lock converts the electronic command into the mechanical action. The rod is then turned to turn the car door locks, just like keys on a real key could.

There are a myriad of reasons for an Peugeot keyfob that isn't locking or unlocking your vehicle. Most likely is an unresponsive coin battery which can be replaced within minutes. Other reasons include worn buttons, water damage, signal interference or a faulty electronic chip.

The key fob on modern vehicles isn't an exception. Modern vehicles require an extremely high level precision in order to operate. Key fobs can be programmed incorrectly, or may have a hardware defect that prevents it from receiving a signal from the vehicle. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram your key fob to ensure it is compatible with your vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot were one of the first car makers to include an immobiliser chip in the key. This prevents the car from starting in the event that the key sends the incorrect signal to the car. This is great when they're new however over time, the chips will get worn out and cause issues. This typically starts with a message saying 'anti theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light illuminated stating 'immobiliser fault'.

peugeot 207 new key programming dealerships are usually called to design and program replacement key for peugeot expert van keys. However, a professional mobile locksmith is equipped with dealer-standard equipment in their van, meaning they can be at your location and creating new Peugeot keys at the roadside or at home, much faster than dealers would be able to.

Generally Peugeot keys start to have problems when the blade wears out. This wear can cause the mouth of the key to fit into the lock correctly, which can cause further wear on the locks. Sometimes, just swapping out a new blade is enough to resolve the problem. It could also be beneficial to have the teeth of the key repaired in order to make them work more smoothly. Only a qualified auto locksmith is able to do this, but it could save you a lot of time and money in the future.