What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from afar. This is beneficial during temperatures that are hot or cold and allows drivers to warm up the engine and interior before getting inside the vehicle.
Car dealerships can create and program new Peugeot keys for you however, only if you have the time to wait for weeks to do this. We can cut keys, program them, and then deliver new Peugeot keys faster with KeyNOW.
Keyless Entry
As well as opening and locking your car doors, a few key fobs are also able to start the engine. peugeot car key cover G28 is useful if you have to leave your vehicle on hot days or if you're carrying large objects in the boot that make it difficult for you to open the door manually. To start the car with your key fob, press the unlock button several times in rapid succession. The door locks should be locked and a red LED light will start to flash. If it doesn't, the battery in the key fob could be dead and requires replacement. Alternately, RF interference from nearby buildings may disrupt your system.
Another neat feature is that certain key fobs come with a physical key to unlock the car (often only for the driver's side, but sometimes also for the boot). They can typically be opened by opening the flap on the fob, or pressing a button on the case. The physical key may then slide out of the slot inside the case, allowing access to the lock.
Key fobs may be damaged by water - particularly when the chips within them are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some cases chips that are damaged could cause key fobs to stop working. In this instance the key fob will need to be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths often provide replacement keys quicker than a dealership, and at a much lower cost.
Remote Start
You can start your car without needing to have your keys with you. This is especially helpful if it's hot outside and you want to cool your car down while you run the errands. There are a few things that you must be aware of before you can use this feature.
Some key fobs have an exclusive remote engine start button (for instance Ford's keyfob has an arrow in a circle that goes clockwise) that you need to press to remotely start your car. Mazdas, for example require you to lock the key first and then press the Start button.
If you're not able to start your car, you could have a dead or weak battery in the key fob. This is due to the fact that the batteries in the key fob aren't able to send an energizing signal 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 can generally follow the instructions in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can help with this process We have the expert equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your workplace, home, or even if you're stuck at the side of the road.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 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 a physical hole, stores a secret copy of the car keys inside.
It does this by using an electronic signal that can only be transmitted if the key is at a certain distance from the car. Once the signal is detected by a solenoid, the door lock transforms the electronic signal into the mechanical action. This turns a rod to control the car door locks, the same way a physical key could.
There are a variety of possible reasons for a Peugeot keyfob that's not locking or unlocking your vehicle. Most likely is the battery of the coin is dead, which can be replaced within minutes. Other causes are worn-out buttons signals interference or water damage, or a faulty chip.
The key fob on modern vehicles isn't an exception. Modern vehicles require an extremely high level precision in order to operate. Key fobs can be programed incorrectly or have a hardware issue that prevents it from receiving a signal from the vehicle. A licensed locksmith can reprogram your key fob to ensure that it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was among the first companies to include an immobiliser in a key. This prevents the vehicle from being started if the key sends the wrong signal to the vehicle. When it's brand new, this is fantastic, but as they age the chips may wear out and cause issues. It usually starts with a message saying 'anti theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light illuminated stating 'immobiliser fault'.
Peugeot dealerships are usually called to design and program replacement keys. However a professional mobile locksmith has dealer-standard equipment in their van, which means they can be with you and generating new Peugeot keys on the roadside or at home more quickly than dealers would be able to.
Peugeot keys generally begin to fail when the blade begins to wear. This wear can cause the mouth of the key not to get into the lock correctly, which can cause further wear on the locks. Sometimes, just swapping a new blade helps to solve the issue. It may also be helpful to have the teeth of the key refurbished to make them more efficient. This is something only a competent auto locksmith is able to do, but it can save you lots of hassle and expense in the long term.