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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 the interior before entering the vehicle.

Dealerships can program new Peugeot keys however, only if they are able to do so. KeyNOW can cut, program, and deliver new Peugeot keys much faster at KeyNOW.

Keyless Entry

Certain key fobs also start the engine of your car. This is useful in the event that you have to leave the vehicle on hot days or if you're carrying large items in your boot which make it difficult to open the door manually. To unlock the car using your key fob, simply press the unlock button several times in rapid intervals. The door locks will be locked and the red light will begin to flash. If this doesn't happen, your key fob battery may be dead and needs to be replaced. Alternatively, RF interference from nearby buildings may affect 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 occasionally for the boot too). They are usually accessible by flipping up the flap on the fob, or pressing a button on the case. The physical key may then slide out of an opening in the case to gain access to the lock.

Key fobs can be damaged by water - especially if the chips inside them are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some cases key fobs may stop working completely due a damaged chip. In this situation, the key fob must be replaced by the dealer. Locksmiths can replace keys faster and at lower costs than dealerships.

Remote Start

You can start your car without needing to have your keys with you. This is particularly useful if it's hot and you need to cool down your car while running the errands. But, there are a few things to consider before making use of this feature.

Some key fobs include an engine start button you can press to start your car remotely (for instance, Ford has a circular arrow that is moving clockwise on its key fob). Mazdas, for instance, require you to lock the key first and then press the Start button.

If you're unable to start your car, you might have a dead or weak battery inside the key fob. The battery of the key fob is no longer strong enough to transmit a signal to the car system.

If this happens, either replace the batteries or re-program your key fob. This process differs from vehicle to car, but you should typically follow the steps in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are equipped to assist you in this process. We have the specialist tools needed to cut and program replacement Peugeot key at home, office or even when you're stuck by the roadside.

Door Locks

The Peugeot 3008 remote system enables you to lock or unlock your vehicle by pressing a button on your key fob. In contrast to the traditional key which has a physical key hole the key fob has a hidden electronic replica of the car key inside.

It does this by utilizing a radio signal that can only be sent when the key is within some distance from the car. A solenoid inside the door lock converts the electronic command into an actual mechanical one after the signal is detected.  peugeot 308 key fob replacement  turns a rod to operate the door locks just as an actual key would.

There are a variety of possible reasons for an Peugeot keyfob that isn't locking or unlocking your car. The most frequent cause is an unresponsive battery. It can be replaced within minutes. Other causes include worn buttons water damage signal interference or a malfunctioning electronic chip.

The key fob on modern automobiles is not an exception. Modern cars require an extremely high level precision to function. The key fob may be programmed incorrectly, or may have an issue with the hardware that prevents it from responding to signals from the vehicle. A licensed locksmith can reprogram your key fob in order to ensure it is compatible with the vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot were one of the first car manufacturers to implement an immobiliser device in the key. This stops the car from starting if the key sends the incorrect signal to the car. This is great in the beginning, but over time the chips may wear out and cause problems. This usually occurs when you see an alert on your dashboard that reads 'anti theft system active' or a warning lamp which reads 'immobiliser failed'.

Peugeot dealerships are typically used to create and program replacement keys. However a professional mobile locksmith is equipped with dealer-standard equipment in their van, meaning they are able to be with you and creating new Peugeot keys by the roadside or at your home faster than a dealership would be able to.

Generally Peugeot keys start to show problems when the blade wears out. This wear can cause the mouth of the key to feed into the lock in a proper manner, causing further wear on the locks. Sometimes, just swapping a new blade is enough to resolve the problem. It could also be beneficial to have the teeth of the key repaired in order to make them work more smoothly. This is something only a fully competent auto locksmith is able to do, but it can help you avoid a lot of trouble and cost in the long run.