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What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

Peugeot Key Fob is an excellent feature that allows drivers to start their car from some distance. This feature is helpful in hot or cold conditions, as it offers motorists to warm the interior and engine before entering the vehicle.

Dealerships can program and design new Peugeot keys, but only if they are able to do so. At KeyNOW we can cut programs, cut and deliver new Peugeot keys to you, much faster.

Keyless Entry

Key fobs can start the engine of your car. This is useful when the vehicle has to be left in a hot weather condition or when the car's boot is full of heavy objects that make it difficult to open the door. Press the unlock button on your key fob few times quickly to start the vehicle. The door locks should lock and the red LED light should start to flash. If this doesn't happen, your key fob battery may be dead and needs to be replaced. Alternately, RF interference caused by nearby buildings could interfere with 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 too). peugeot 308 key replacement g28carkeys.co.uk are usually accessible by opening the flap on the fob, or a button on the case. The physical key can then be pulled out of the slot in the case.

Key fobs can get damaged by water - particularly when the chips inside are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some cases key fobs can cease to function completely due to an issue with the chip. If this occurs, the key fob will have to be replaced - usually by the dealer. However, locksmiths often provide replacement keys faster than a dealership, and at a lower cost.

Remote Start

If your key fob is equipped with the remote start feature it allows you to turn on the engine without having to have your car keys in the palm of your hand. This is especially helpful if it's hot outside and you want to cool your vehicle while you run the errands. There are a few things that you must be aware of before using this feature.

Some key fobs come with 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.

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

If this is the scenario, you'll have to replace the batteries in your key fob or consider to re-programme it. This procedure varies from car to car, but you should typically follow the steps in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are competent to assist you with this process. We have the expert equipment required to cut and program a replacement Peugeot key at your office, home or even in case you're stuck at the roadside.

Door Locks

The Peugeot 3008 remote allows you to lock or unlock your vehicle by pressing the button on your key fob. The key fob, in contrast to the traditional key with an actual hole, can store a secret copy of the car keys inside.

It does this by using an electronic signal that is only transmitted when the key is located at some distance from the car. When the signal is recognized by a solenoid, the door lock translates the electronic signal into a mechanical action. This is when a rod turns to operate the car door locks, just as an actual key could.

There are a myriad of reasons for a Peugeot keyfob that is not locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most common is a dead coin battery, which is easily replaced in a matter of minutes. Other causes are worn buttons, water damage signal interference or a damaged electronic chip.

Modern cars require a very precise level of accuracy to operate and the key fob isn't immune to this. The key fob could have been programmed incorrectly, or it could have a hardware issue that prevents the vehicle from responding to the signal sent by the key. A locksmith who is certified can reprogram the key fob and ensure that it works with your vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot were one of the first car manufacturers to include an immobiliser chip in a key. This prevents the car from starting when the key sends a wrong signal to the car. This is great when they are new but as time passes, the chips can wear out and cause problems. This usually starts when you see a message on your dashboard that says 'anti-theft system active' or a warning lamp that says 'immobiliser failure'.

Usually Peugeot dealerships must be called to create and program replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths use dealer-standard equipment in their van. This means that they can create new Peugeot keys at your house or by the roadside much faster than a dealership.

Peugeot keys usually begin to fail when the key blade wears out. The wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop being able to enter the lock in a proper manner and causing wear on the locks themselves. Often simply swapping over the blade will help solve the issue. It may also be helpful to have the teeth of the key replaced so that they function more efficiently. This is something only a certified auto locksmith can do however it can save you a lot of hassle and expense in the long run.