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What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

Peugeot Key Fob is a useful feature that lets drivers start their car from the distance.  replacement car key peugeot 307  is useful in cold or hot conditions, since it gives drivers the opportunity to warm the interior and engine before entering the vehicle.

Car dealerships are able to create and program new Peugeot keys for you but only if they are willing to wait weeks for them to complete the process. KeyNOW can cut keys, program them, and then deliver new Peugeot keys much more quickly at KeyNOW.

Keyless Entry

As well as opening and locking your car doors, some key fobs can also be used to start the engine. This is useful if you have to leave the vehicle during the heat of summer, or if you're carrying large items in the trunk that make it difficult for you to open the door manually. To unlock the car using your key fob, press the unlock button on it several times in quick intervals. The door locks will lock and the red light will begin to flash. If it doesn't then the battery in your key fob might be dead and in need of replacement. Alternately, interference from RF caused by nearby buildings could disrupt your system.

Another cool feature is that some key fobs come with a physical key that can be used to unlock the car (often only for the door of the driver, but sometimes for the boot too). They can typically be opened by opening the flap on the fob, or by pressing a button on the case. The physical key may then be removed from an opening in the case, allowing access to the lock.

Key fobs can be damaged by water particularly when the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In certain instances the chip that is damaged can cause key fobs not to function. In this instance the key fob needs to be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths can often offer replacement keys much faster than dealers and at a lower cost.

Remote Start

If your key fob comes with the remote start feature it will allow you to turn on the engine without needing to hold your car keys in hand. This is especially useful when it's hot and you need to cool your car while running the errands. But there are a few things you should know before making use of this feature.

Some key fobs include an engine start button that can be pressed to start your vehicle remotely (for example, Ford has a circular arrow moving clockwise on its key fob). Others, like Mazda's key fob, require you to first secure the key, and then press the start button.

If you're unable start your car, you could have a dead or weak battery inside the key fob. This is because the batteries inside the key fob aren't able anymore to send a strong signal to the car's system.

If this is the case, you'll need to replace the batteries on the key fob or attempt changing the program. The process is different for each vehicle, however the instructions are generally found in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are able to help with this process as we have the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your place of work, home or if you're stuck on the side of the road.

Door Locks

The Peugeot 3008 remote system allows you to lock or unlock your car by pressing the button on your key fob. The key fob, which is different from the standard key that has an opening in the middle, is designed to store a hidden copy of the car keys inside.

To accomplish this, it utilizes the use of a specific radio signal that is only sent when the key is within a specified range of the vehicle. When the signal is detected, a solenoid inside the door lock translates the electronic signal into an action mechanical. This is accomplished by moving a rod which operates the car door locks similar to the way keys used to do.

There are a myriad of reasons for a Peugeot keyfob that is not locking or unlocking your vehicle. Most likely is an unresponsive coin battery which can be replaced within minutes. Other causes include worn buttons, water damage or signal interference, or a faulty electronic chip.

Modern cars require a very high level of precision to function, and the key fob is not immune to this. The key fob might be programmed incorrectly or it may have a hardware issue that stops the vehicle from responding to the signal generated by the key. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram the key fob and ensure that it works with your vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot were one of the first car makers to include an immobiliser chip in the key. This prevents the vehicle from starting if it detects an untrue signal being sent from the key to the car. This is great when they're new, but over time the chips may wear out and cause problems. This usually starts with getting an alert that reads 'anti theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light blinking indicating 'immobiliser fault'.

Normally Peugeot dealerships need to be called in to design and program replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths will use dealer-standard equipment in their van. This means they can design new Peugeot keys at your house or at the roadside faster than dealerships.

Peugeot keys typically 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 which causes more wear on the locks themselves. Often simply swapping over the blade will help resolve the problem. It is also possible to have the teeth of the key repaired to ensure that they function smoothly. This is something only a competent auto locksmith is able to do but it could help you avoid a lot of frustration and money in the long term.