What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from afar. This can be beneficial in temperatures that are hot or cold as it permits drivers to warm up the engine and the interior before entering the vehicle.

Dealerships can program and design new Peugeot keys however only when they have the time. KeyNOW can cut programs, cut, and deliver new peugeot 107 spare key keys much faster at KeyNOW.

Keyless Entry

In addition to opening and locking your car doors, certain key fobs are also able to start the engine. This is useful when the vehicle needs to be left during a hot summer day or when the car's boot is stuffed with heavy items that make it difficult to open the door. To unlock the car using your key fob, press the unlock button on it several times in rapid intervals. The door locks should lock and a red LED light will start to flash. If it doesn't it means that the battery inside your key fob may be dead and in need of replacement. Alternately, interference from RF caused by nearby buildings could affect 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 side, but sometimes also for the boot). They are usually accessible by flipping up an opening on the fob or pressing a button on the case. The key's physical part can slide out of a slot in the case to open the lock.

Water can damage key fobs particularly when the chips are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some cases key fobs may stop working completely due an issue with the chip. In this instance, the key fob must be replaced by the dealer. Locksmiths can replace keys much faster and at a lower cost than dealerships.

Remote Start

You can start your car without having to have your keys on you. This is especially useful when you are in a hot climate and want to cool your vehicle while you run errands. There are a few points you need to know before you use this feature.

Some key fobs come with an engine start button that can be pressed to start your car remotely (for instance, Ford has a circular arrow moving clockwise on its key fob). Mazdas, for instance require you to first lock the key and then press the Start button.

There could be a dead or weak battery in your key fob, if you're unable to start the car. This is because the batteries inside the key fob aren't able anymore to send an effective signal to the car's system.

If this happens, you can either replace the batteries or re-program your key fob. The process is different for each vehicle, however the instructions are usually found in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can help with this process We've got the expert equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot 2008 Key Fob Not Working keys at your home, workplace or if you're stuck on the side of the road.

Door Locks

The peugeot 308 key programming 3008 remote key system enables the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle at the touch of a button on the key fob. This key fob, unlike the standard key that has an actual hole, can store an encrypted copy of the car keys inside.

It does this by utilizing the radio signal, which can only be transmitted if the key is in a certain distance from the car. A solenoid in the door lock converts the electronic signal into mechanical once the signal has been spotted. This moves a rod that controls the door locks exactly like the turning of keys used to do.

There are several possible causes for the Peugeot keyfob not locking or unlocking your car. Most likely is a dead coin battery, which can be replaced in a matter of minutes. Other causes are worn-out buttons signal interference, or water damage or a defective chip.

Modern cars require a very high level of precision to operate, and the key fob is not in any way immune to this. Key fobs can be programmed incorrectly, or may have an issue with the hardware that prevents it from responding to signals from the vehicle. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram the key fob, and ensure that it works with your vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot was among the first companies to include an immobiliser into a key. The chip prevents the car from starting if it detects an incorrect signal being sent from the key to the car. If it's new, this is great however as they age, the chips will wear out and start to cause problems. It usually starts with an alert that reads 'anti theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light is flashing with the message 'immobiliser fault'.

Typically, peugeot 107 key fob dealerships are asked to create and program replacement keys. However a professional mobile locksmith is equipped with dealer-standard equipment in their van, which means they are able to be with you and making new Peugeot keys at the roadside or at home more quickly than dealerships would be able to.

Generally peugeot 207 key fob programming keys begin to exhibit problems when the blade wears out. This wear can cause the mouth of the key to be able to enter the lock in a proper manner, causing further wear on the locks. The issue can be addressed by simply changing the blade. It may also be helpful to have the teeth on the key cleaned in order to make them operate more efficiently. Only a licensed auto locksmith is able to do this, but it can save you lots of time and cash in the long run.