What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

Peugeot Key Fob is a handy feature that lets drivers start their vehicle from the distance. This can be useful during extreme temperatures, as it allows drivers to warm the engine and the interior before getting inside the vehicle.

Dealerships can program new Peugeot keys however, only when they have the time. KeyNOW can cut programs, cut, and deliver new Peugeot keys much faster at KeyNOW.

Keyless Entry

As well as unlocking and opening your car doors, some key fobs also have the capability to start the engine. This is useful when the vehicle is left in a hot weather condition or when the car's boot is stuffed with heavy items that make it difficult to manually open the door. Press the unlock button on the key fob a couple of times to open the vehicle. The door locks should unlock and the red LED light will start to flash. If not it means that the battery inside your key fob may be dead and requires replacement. In addition, RF interference from nearby buildings may cause interference to your system.

Certain key fobs can also be equipped with an actual key that can be used to open your vehicle (often for the driver's side door, but sometimes the boot too). You can open them by lifting a flap or pressing a button. The key's physical form can be removed from the slot of the case, allowing access to the lock.

Water can damage key fobs particularly if the chips are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some cases keys will cease working completely due an issue with the chip. In this situation the key fob has to be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths often provide replacement keys faster than dealers and at a significantly lower cost.

Remote Start

You can start your car without having to carry your keys in your car. This is particularly useful when it's hot out and you're looking to cool down your car when you're running on errands. There are a few things you must know before you can use this feature.

Some key fobs have a dedicated remote engine start button (for example Ford's key fob features an arrow-shaped circular shape that runs clockwise) that you need to press to start the car remotely. Other key fobs, like Mazda's keys, require you to secure the key, and then press the start button.

It could be that you have an insufficient or dead battery in your key fob if you're unable to start your car. This is because the batteries inside the key fob aren't strong enough to send an effective signal to the car's system.

If this happens, you'll need to either replace the batteries, or re-program your key fob. The procedure is different for each car, but the instructions are usually in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are also able to help you with this process. We have the expert tools needed to cut and program the replacement Peugeot key at your home, office or even when you're stuck on the roadside.

Door Locks

The peugeot 5008 Key 3008 remote allows you to lock or unlock your car by pressing the button on your key fob. In contrast to the traditional key which has a physical key hole, this key fob stores an electronic copy of the car keys inside.

In order to accomplish this, it employs a special radio signal that is only transmitted when the key is within a specific range of the car. A solenoid in the door lock converts the electronic signal into mechanical once the signal is detected. This causes a rod to operate the door locks, just like an actual key would.

There are a myriad of reasons for a Peugeot keyfob that isn't locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most common is a dead coin battery, which can be replaced within minutes. Other causes are worn buttons, water damage or signal interference, or a damaged electronic chip.

Modern cars require a very precise level of accuracy to operate and the key fob is not immune to this. Key fobs can be programmed incorrectly, or have a hardware defect that prevents it from responding to a signal from the vehicle. A certified locksmith can reprogram your key fob to make sure it is compatible with the vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot was among the first manufacturers to install an immobiliser into the key. This prevents the car from starting when the key sends a wrong signal to the car. When new this is great however, as they age the chips may wear out and cause issues. This usually occurs when you see an alert on your dashboard saying 'anti-theft system active or a warning light that reads "immobiliser failure".

Peugeot dealerships are usually used to create and program replacement keys. A mobile locksmith will utilize dealer-standard equipment on their van. This means that they can design new peugeot 207 key fob not working keys at your home or at the roadside quicker than a dealership.

Generally Peugeot keys start to have issues as 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, causing more wear on the locks themselves. The issue can be solved by simply replacing the blade. It can also help to have the teeth of the key refurbished so that they function more efficiently. This is something only a qualified auto locksmith can do however it can save you a lot of frustration and money in the long run.