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What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from a distance. This is useful in temperatures that are hot or cold and allows drivers to warm up the engine and interior before getting inside the vehicle.
Dealerships can program and create new Peugeot keys however only when they have the time. KeyNOW can cut programs, cut, and deliver new Peugeot keys much faster at KeyNOW.
Keyless Entry
In addition to opening and locking the doors of your car, some key fobs also have the ability to start the engine. This is a great feature if your vehicle needs to be left on a hot day or when the car's boot is full of heavy objects that make it difficult to open the door. To open the car using your key fob, press the unlock button several times in rapid intervals. The door locks will unlock and a red light will start to flash. If it doesn't then the battery in your key fob may be dead and requires replacement. Also, RF interference coming from nearby buildings may affect your system.
Another cool feature is that certain key fobs contain a physical key that can be used to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door, but sometimes also for the boot). They can usually be accessed by opening an opening on the fob, or pressing a button on the case. The physical key can be slid out of the slot inside the case.
Key fobs may be damaged by water particularly when the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In certain instances, key fobs will cease to function completely due to an issue with the chip. In this case the key fob will need to be replaced by the dealer. Locksmiths can provide replacement keys much faster and at a lower price than dealerships.
Remote Start
If your key fob has the remote start feature, it can start the engine without having to have your car keys on hands. This is especially helpful when it's hot outside and you're trying to cool down your car while doing the errands. There are some things you should know prior to using this feature.
Certain key fobs have an engine start button you can press to start your vehicle remotely (for example, Ford has a circular arrow moving clockwise on its key fob). Mazdas, for example, require you to first lock the key and then press the Start button.
If you're unable start your car, you may have a weak or dead battery in the key fob. This is because the batteries inside the key fob aren't able to send an energizing signal to the car's system.
If this happens, you'll need to either replace the batteries or re-program your key fob. The procedure is different for each vehicle, but the instructions are generally found in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are competent to assist you with this procedure. We have the specialist equipment needed to cut and program the replacement Peugeot keys at workplace, at home, or when you're stuck by the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote key system allows the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle with the press of a button on the key fob. The key fob, which is different from the standard key that has a physical hole, stores an unnoticed copy of the car keys inside.
For this, it employs an exclusive radio signal that is only sent when the key is within a certain range of the car. When the signal is detected, a solenoid inside the door lock converts the electronic command into an action mechanical. The rod is then moved to operates the car door locks exactly like the turning of the physical key used to do.
There are a myriad of reasons for an Peugeot keyfob that isn't locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most common is the battery of the coin is dead, which is easily replaced in a matter of minutes. Other reasons include worn buttons, water damage signal interference or a faulty electronic chip.
The key fobs of modern cars is no exception. Modern vehicles require an extremely high level precision in order to operate. The key fob could have been programmed incorrectly or it could have a hardware defect that stops the vehicle from responding to the signal of the key. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram your key fob to ensure it is compatible with the vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot were one of the first car manufacturers to use an immobiliser chip in the key. The chip prevents the car from starting if it detects an error in the signal sent from the key to the car. When peugeot car key cover , this is fantastic however as they age, the chips can get worn out and start causing problems. It usually starts with a message saying 'anti theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light blinking indicating 'immobiliser fault'.
Peugeot dealerships are usually used to design and program replacement keys. However, a professional mobile locksmith is equipped with dealer-standard equipment in their van, meaning they can be with you and generating new Peugeot keys at the side of the road or at home more quickly than dealers would be able to.
Generally Peugeot keys start to have issues when the blade of the key wears out. The wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop being able to enter the lock in a proper manner which causes more wear on the locks themselves. The issue can be solved by changing the blade. It is also possible to have the teeth of the key repaired to allow them to work more smoothly. This is something only a fully qualified auto locksmith can do but it could save you lots of headache and expense in the long run.