What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob lets drivers start the car from a distance. This can be useful during cold or hot weather conditions and allows drivers to warm up the engine and the interior before entering the vehicle.
Dealerships can program and design new Peugeot keys however, only if they are able to do so. KeyNOW is the only place where you can get your keys. KeyNOW, we can cut programming, cut and give new Peugeot keys to you much quicker.
Keyless Entry
Along with opening and locking the doors of your car, some key fobs can also be used to start the engine. This is useful if you have to leave your vehicle on hot days, or if you're carrying heavy objects in the boot which make it difficult to open the door manually. To unlock the car using your key fob, simply press the unlock button on it a few times in quick sequence. The door locks will be locked and a red light will start to flash. If this does not happen the battery for your key fob could be dead and requires to be replaced. In addition, RF interference from nearby buildings could disrupt your system.
Certain key fobs can also be equipped with a physical key that can be used to open your car (often for the driver's side door, but sometimes the boot as well). They are usually accessible by flipping up a flap on the fob, or a button on the case. The physical key may then slide out of an opening in the case to access the lock.
Key fobs can get damaged by water - particularly when the chips inside are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some instances, key fobs will stop working completely due a damaged chip. In this case the key fob has to be replaced by the dealer. Locksmiths can replace keys much more quickly and at lower costs than dealerships.
Remote Start
You can start your car without needing to carry your keys with you. This is especially helpful when it's hot out and you want to cool down your car when you're running the errands. There are a few things you should know before you use this feature.
Some key fobs come with a remote engine start button that can be pressed to start your vehicle remotely (for instance, Ford has a circular arrow moving clockwise on its key fob). Others, such as Mazdas requires that you 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 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 happens, either replace the batteries, or re-program your key fob. This process differs from vehicle to car, but you should generally follow the instructions in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are able to assist with this procedure We've got the expert equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your workplace, home, or if you're stuck on 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. The key fob, in contrast to the standard key that has a physical hole, holds an encrypted copy of the car keys inside.
For this, it relies on an exclusive radio signal that is only sent out when the key is within a certain distance of the vehicle. A solenoid inside the door lock converts the electronic command to an actual mechanical one after the signal has been spotted. This turns a rod to turn the car door locks, the same way a physical key would.
If a Peugeot key fob has stopped locking or unlocking the car, there are several possible causes of the problem. Most likely is a dead battery for the coin, which can be replaced in minutes. Other reasons include worn-out buttons, signals interference or water damage or a damaged chip.
The key fobs of modern automobiles is not an exception. Modern vehicles require an extremely high level of precision in order to operate. The key fob could have been programmed incorrectly or it could have a hardware issue that hinders the vehicle from responding to the signal generated by the key. peugeot car key replacement G28 Car Keys certified locksmith can reprogram the key fob to ensure that it works with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot were among the first car manufacturers to use an immobiliser chip in a key. This stops the vehicle from starting if it sees an incorrect signal being sent from the key to the car. If it's new, this is great however, as they age the chips can get worn out and start causing issues. This usually starts with getting a message saying 'anti theft system active on the dashboard or a warning light is illuminated stating 'immobiliser fault'.
Peugeot dealerships are typically called to create and program replacement keys. However, a professional mobile locksmith is equipped with dealer-standard equipment in their van, which means they can be at your location and making new Peugeot keys at the roadside or at home much quicker than dealerships are able to.
Generally Peugeot keys begin to exhibit problems because the key blade wears out. This wear can cause the mouth of the key to get into the lock properly, causing further wear on the locks. The issue can be solved by simply replacing the blade. It may also be helpful to have the teeth on the key refurbished in order to make them operate more efficiently. Only a qualified auto locksmith can do this, but it will save you lots of time and cash in the long run.