What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

Peugeot Key Fob is a convenient feature that allows drivers to start their car from an extended distance. This feature is useful in cold or hot weather, as it allows drivers the opportunity to warm the interior and engine before entering the vehicle.

Car dealerships can create and program new Peugeot keys for you, but only if you are willing to wait for weeks to complete the process. KeyNOW is the only place where you can get your keys. KeyNOW, we can cut, program and hand over new Peugeot keys to you significantly faster.

Keyless Entry

Some key fobs are also able to start the engine of your car. This is useful when the vehicle needs to be left on a hot day, or if the boot is full of heavy items that make it difficult to open the door. Press the unlock button on your key fob a few times quickly to start the car. The door locks should be locked and the red LED light will start to flash. If this doesn't occur, your key fob battery may be dead and needs to be replaced. Also, RF interference coming from nearby buildings could cause interference to your system.

Another cool feature is that certain key fobs contain a physical key to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door but sometimes also for the boot). You can open them by lifting the flap or pressing the button. The key's physical form can be removed from the slot of the case to open the lock.

Water can cause damage to key fobs particularly when the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some cases chips that are damaged could cause key fobs to cease working. If this occurs, the key fob has to be replaced — usually by the dealer. Locksmiths are able to replace keys faster and at a lower price than dealerships.

Remote Start

If your key fob is equipped with the remote start feature, it can turn on the engine without having to hold the keys to your car in hand. This is especially useful when it's hot outside and you want to cool your car while you run the errands. There are some things you need to know before you use this feature.

Some key fobs have a specific remote engine start button (for example, Ford's key fob has an arrow that is circular and going clockwise) that you need to press in order to start the car remotely. Other key fobs, like Mazda's requires that you first secure the key, and then press the start button.

You may have a weak or dead battery in your key fob if you're unable to start your car. This is due to the fact that the batteries in the key fob aren't able anymore to send an intense signal to the car's system.

If this is the case, then you'll need replace the batteries on the key fob or attempt to re-programme it. The procedure is different for each car, but the instructions are typically found in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are able to help you with this procedure. We have the specialist equipment needed to cut and program a replacement Peugeot key at your 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 a press of a button on the key fob. This key fob, unlike the traditional key with an actual hole, can store a hidden copy of the car keys inside.

It does this by utilizing the radio signal which is only transmitted if the key is at some distance from the car. A solenoid inside the door lock converts the electronic command into a mechanical one once the signal has been spotted. This triggers a rod that operates the car door locks exactly like the turning of a key in a physical lock would do.

There are a variety of possible reasons for the Peugeot keyfob that is not locking or unlocking your car. The most frequent cause is a dead battery. This can be repaired in a matter of minutes. Other causes include worn-out buttons, signals interference or water damage or a defective chip.

The key fob of modern cars is no exception. Modern cars require an extremely high level precision in order to operate. The key fob might be programmed incorrectly, or it could have a hardware fault that stops the vehicle from responding to the signal of the key. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram the key fob and make sure that it is compatible with your vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot was among the first manufacturers to install an immobiliser on a key. The chip prevents the car from starting if it detects an error in the signal sent from the key to the car. This is great when they're brand new however, over time, the chips will wear out and 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 Spare Key dealerships have to be asked to create and program replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths have standard equipment from dealers on their van. This means that they can create new peugeot 207 car key keys at your house or on the roadside quicker than dealers.

Generally Peugeot keys start to show problems because the key blade wears out. This wear causes the mouth of the key to stop entering the lock correctly leading to wear on the locks themselves. Sometimes, just swapping a new blade can help resolve the problem. It is also possible to have the teeth of the key refurbished to ensure that they function smoothly. Only a professional auto locksmith can do this, but it will save you lots of time and money in the long run.