What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob lets drivers start the car from afar. This feature is beneficial in hot or cold conditions, since it gives drivers the chance to warm up their engine and interior before entering the vehicle.
Dealerships can program and create new Peugeot keys however only if they have the time. We can cut programs, cut, and deliver new Peugeot keys much more quickly at KeyNOW.
Keyless Entry
Along with unlocking and opening your car doors, certain key fobs also have the capability to start the engine. This is useful if the vehicle is left on a hot day or when the car's 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 on it a few times in quick intervals. The door locks should lock and the red LED light should start to flash. If it doesn't it means that the battery inside the key fob could be dead and need replacing. Alternately, the RF interference created by nearby structures could interfere with your system.
Another cool feature is that some key fobs have a hidden physical key that can be used to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door, but sometimes for the boot too). They are usually accessible by flipping up the flap on the fob, or by pressing a button on the case. The key's physical form can slide out of the slot of the case to gain access to the lock.
Key fobs may be damaged by water, especially when the chips are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some instances chips that are damaged can cause key fobs to stop working. In this situation the key fob has to be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths are able to offer replacement keys much faster than a dealership, and at a lower cost.
Remote Start
If your key fob has the remote start feature it will allow you to start the engine without needing to hold the keys to your car in the palm of your hand. This is especially helpful when it's hot outside and you're looking to cool down your car while doing errands. There are a few things that you must know prior to using this feature.
Some key fobs come with a remote engine start button that you can press to start your vehicle remotely (for example, Ford has a circular arrow that is moving clockwise on its key fob). Others, such as Mazdas requires that you first secure the key, and then press the start button.
It could be that you have an insufficient or dead battery in your key fob if you're unable to start the car. The battery of the key fob isn't powerful enough to send a signal to your car's system.
If this happens, you can either replace the batteries, or re-program your key fob. The procedure varies for each vehicle, however the instructions are usually found in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are also able to help with this process - we've got the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at the workplace, at home or if you're at the side of the road.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote system lets you to lock or unlock your vehicle by pressing a button on your key fob. Contrary to the traditional key, which has a key hole that is physical the key fob contains an electronic copy of the car keys inside.
To do this, it uses an exclusive radio signal that can only be transmitted when the key is within a certain range of the vehicle. Once the signal is spotted and a solenoid in the door lock translates the electronic signal into an action mechanical. The rod is then moved to operates the car door locks as a physical key used to do.
There are a variety of possible reasons for an Peugeot keyfob not locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most frequent cause is an unresponsive coin battery which can be replaced in minutes. Other causes include worn-out buttons, signals interference or water damage or a malfunctioning chip.
replacement key for peugeot 107 www.g28carkeys.co.uk require a very precise level of accuracy to function and the key fob isn't in any way immune to this. The key fob could have been programmed incorrectly or it may have a hardware fault that makes the vehicle unable to respond to the signal of the key. A locksmith who is certified can reprogram the key fob and ensure that it works with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was among the first manufacturers to install an immobiliser on a key. The chip prevents the car from starting if it detects an untrue signal being sent from the key to the car. This is a great feature when they're new however, over time, the chips wear out and cause problems. This usually starts when you see an alert on your dashboard that says 'anti-theft system active' or a warning lamp that reads "immobiliser failure".
Peugeot dealerships are usually used to create and program replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths have standard equipment from dealers on their van. This means they can create new Peugeot keys at home or by the roadside much faster than a dealership.
Generally Peugeot keys start to have issues as the key blade wears out. This wear could cause the mouth of the key not to be able to enter the lock properly, causing further wear on the locks. The issue can be solved by simply changing the blade. It may also be helpful to have the teeth on the key cleaned so that they can operate more efficiently. Only a professional auto locksmith can do this, however it will save you a lot of time and money in the long run.