What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from a distance. This can be beneficial in temperatures that are hot or cold because it allows drivers to warm the engine and the interior before entering the vehicle.
Car dealerships are able to create and program new Peugeot keys for you however, only if you have the patience to wait weeks for them to do so. We can cut, program, and deliver new Peugeot keys much more quickly at KeyNOW.
Keyless Entry
Certain key fobs also start the engine of your car. This is useful if the vehicle is left on a hot day, or if the boot is stuffed with heavy items that make it difficult to open the door. Press the unlock button on the key fob a several times quickly to begin the car. The door locks should lock and a red LED light will begin to flash. If this doesn't happen the battery in your key fob could be dead and requires to be replaced. In addition, RF interference from nearby buildings may disrupt your system.
Certain key fobs can also be equipped with an actual key that can be used to open your vehicle (often for the driver's side door, but occasionally the boot as well). They can be opened by flipping up a flap on the fob or pressing a button on the case. The key's physical form can slide out of the slot inside the case, allowing access to the lock.
Key fobs can be damaged by water - especially when the chips inside are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some instances a chip that has been damaged can cause key fobs not to function. If peugeot 206 key fob replacement happens, the key fob needs to be replaced - typically by the dealer. However, locksmiths can often offer replacement keys much faster than a dealership, and at a much lower cost.
Remote Start
If your key fob is equipped with the remote start feature it allows you to turn on the engine without needing to have your car keys in the palm of your hand. This is especially useful when you are in a hot climate and want to cool down your car while running some errands. There are a few points you must be aware of before using this feature.
Some key fobs have an exclusive remote engine start button (for example Ford's key fob sports an arrow-shaped circular shape that runs clockwise) that you need to press to remotely start your car. Mazdas, for example require you to first lock the key and then press the Start button.
You may have a dead or weak battery in your key fob if you aren't able to start your car. The battery of the key fob isn't powerful enough to send a signal to your car's system.
If this is the scenario, you'll have to replace the batteries in the key fob or attempt programming it. The procedure differs for every car, but the instructions are usually in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are equipped to assist you in this procedure. We have the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at home, office or even if you are stuck on the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote key system enables the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle with the press of a button on the key fob. Unlike the traditional key that has a physical key hole this key fob is able to store a hidden electronic copy of the car key inside.
It does this by utilizing a radio signal that is only sent when the key is located at some distance from the car. A solenoid inside the door lock transforms the electronic command into a mechanical one once the signal is detected. This moves a rod that controls the door locks as a physical key used to do.
If you notice that a Peugeot key fob has stopped locking or unlocking the vehicle, there are a variety of possible reasons for the issue. The most common reason is the battery is dead. This can be repaired in a matter of minutes. Other causes include worn buttons water damage signals interference or a faulty electronic chip.
Modern vehicles require a high level of precision to function and the key fob is not in any way immune to this. The key fob might be improperly programmed, or suffer from an issue with the hardware that stops it from receiving a signal from the vehicle. A certified locksmith can reprogram your key fob to make sure it is compatible with the vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was among the first companies to include an immobiliser into a key. This stops the car from being started in the event that the key transmits the wrong signal to the vehicle. This is a great feature when they're brand new however over time, the chips wear out and cause problems. This typically starts with an alert stating 'anti theft system active on the dashboard or a warning light lit up stating "immobiliser fault".
Normally Peugeot dealerships must be called to create and programme replacement keys. A mobile locksmith will have dealer-standard equipment on their van. This means that they can create new Peugeot keys at home or by the roadside much faster than a dealership.
Peugeot keys typically begin to fail when the blade begins to wear out. This wear causes the mouth of the key to stop being able to enter the lock in a proper manner which causes more wear on the locks themselves. The problem can be resolved by simply changing the blade. It can also help to have the teeth of the keys rehabilitated to make them more efficient. This is something only a fully qualified auto locksmith can do however it can save you lots of headache and expense in the long run.