What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob lets drivers start the car from a distance. This feature is useful in cold or hot weather, as it gives motorists to warm up their engine and interior before entering the vehicle.
Dealerships can program and create new Peugeot keys however only if they have the time. We can cut, program, and deliver new Peugeot keys faster with KeyNOW.
Keyless Entry
Key fobs can allow you to start your car's engine. This is useful when you have to leave your vehicle on hot days or if you're carrying heavy items in the boot that make it difficult for you to open the door manually. Press the unlock button on your key fob a few times to unlock the car. The door locks will be locked and a red light will start to flash. If this does not occur the battery for your key fob could be dead and requires to be replaced. Alternately, the RF interference created by nearby buildings could interfere with your system.
Another neat feature is that some key fobs are equipped with a physical key to unlock the car (often only for the driver's side, but sometimes for the boot too). They can typically be opened by flipping up the flap on the fob or pressing a button on the case. The physical key can be slid out of the slot inside the case.
Water can cause damage to key fobs particularly when the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some instances the chip that is damaged can cause key fobs to cease working. If this happens, the key fob has to be replaced - usually by the dealer. Locksmiths can supply replacement keys much more quickly and at a lower price than dealerships.
Remote Start
If your key fob includes the remote start feature it allows you to turn on the engine without needing to have your car keys on hands. This is especially helpful if you are in a hot climate and want to cool your vehicle while you run some errands. There are a few points you need to know prior to using this feature.
Certain key fobs come with a dedicated remote engine start button (for instance Ford's keyfob has a circular arrow going 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.
There could be a dead or weak battery in your key fob, if you're not able to start your car. The battery in the key fob is no longer strong enough to send a signal back to the car's system.
If this is the case, you'll need to replace the batteries in your key fob, or try to re-programme it. This process varies from car to car, but you should generally follow the instructions in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can also assist you with this process as we have the specialist 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 allows the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle with the press of a button on the key fob. Contrary to the traditional key, which has a physical key hole the key fob contains an encrypted replica of the car key inside.
It does this by utilizing the radio signal which can only be transmitted when the key is at a certain distance from the car. A solenoid in the door lock transforms the electronic command into an actual mechanical one after the signal is detected. The rod is then moved to operates the car door locks similar to the way a key in a physical lock would do.
There are a variety of possible reasons for an Peugeot keyfob not locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most frequent cause is a dead battery. This can be replaced within minutes. Other reasons include worn buttons, water damage, signal interference or a defective electronic chip.
The key fobs of modern automobiles is not an exception. Modern vehicles require an extremely high level precision in order to operate. The key fob may be programmed incorrectly or it may have a hardware issue that hinders the vehicle from responding to the signal generated by the key. A certified locksmith can reprogramme your key fob to ensure it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot were one of the first car makers to incorporate an immobiliser chip in the key. This stops the car from starting when the key sends a incorrect signal to the car. This is a great feature when they're new, but over time the chips wear out and cause problems. This typically starts with a message saying 'anti theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light is lit up stating 'immobiliser fault'.
Typically G28CarKeys have to be called in to design and program replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths will use dealer-standard equipment in their van. This means that they can design new Peugeot keys at home or by the roadside faster than a dealership.
Peugeot keys usually start to malfunction when the blade begins to wear out. The wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop entering the lock correctly leading to wear on the locks themselves. The issue can be solved by simply changing the blade. It could also be beneficial to have the teeth of the key replaced in order to make them perform more smoothly. Only a qualified auto locksmith can do this, however it will save you lots of time and money in the future.