What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from afar. This can be useful during extreme temperatures as it permits drivers to warm the interior and engine before getting inside the vehicle.
Dealerships can program and design new Peugeot keys, but only if they are able to do so. KeyNOW is the only place where you can get your keys. KeyNOW peugeot 308 key replacement can cut, program and hand over new Peugeot keys to you, much quicker.
Keyless Entry
As well as opening and locking your car doors, some key fobs also have the capability to start the engine. This is useful when you have to leave the vehicle on hot days or if you're carrying large items in the trunk which make it difficult to open the door manually. Press the unlock button on the key fob a few times to unlock the car. The door locks should close and a red LED light will begin to flash. If this doesn't happen then your key fob battery may be dead and needs to be replaced. Alternately RF interference caused by nearby structures could interfere with your system.
Some key fobs also have an actual key that can be used to open your car (often for the driver's side door, but occasionally the boot too). You can open them by lifting the flap or pressing a button. The key's physical form can be pulled out of the slot in the case.
Key fobs are susceptible to being damaged by water - especially when the chips inside are exposed to salty or soapy water. In certain instances key fobs may cease to function completely due to damage to the chip. In this situation the key fob has to be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths are able to provide replacement keys faster than dealers, and at a lower cost.
Remote Start
You can start your car without having to carry your keys in your car. This is especially useful when it's hot outside and you want to cool down your car while you run the errands. But, there are a few things you need to know prior to making use of this feature.
Certain key fobs have a specific remote engine start button (for instance Ford's key fob sports an arrow in a circle that goes clockwise) which you must press to start the car remotely. Mazdas, for instance, require you to first lock the key and then press the Start button.
You may have an insufficient or dead battery in your key fob if you aren't able to start your car. This is because the batteries inside the key fob aren't able anymore to send an intense signal to the car's system.
If this is the case, you'll need to replace the batteries in the key fob or attempt reprogramming it. The procedure for this differs from car to car, but you can generally follow the instructions in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can help with this process - we've got the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your home, workplace or if you're on the side of the road.
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.
To accomplish this, it uses a special radio signal that is only sent out when the key is within a specific range of the car. When the signal is recognized by a solenoid, the door lock translates the electronic signal into an action that is mechanical. This is when a rod turns to operate the car door locks, just as a physical key would.
There are many possible causes for the Peugeot keyfob that is not locking or unlocking your car. The most frequent cause is the battery of the coin is dead, which can be replaced within minutes. Other causes are worn-out buttons signals interference or water damage or a damaged chip.
The key fob in modern automobiles is not an exception. Modern cars require extremely high level precision to function. The key fob might be programmed incorrectly, or it could have a hardware issue that prevents the vehicle from responding to the signal of the key. A licensed locksmith can reprogram your key fob to ensure it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was one of the first manufacturers to install an immobiliser inside a key. This stops the car from being started in the event that the key transmits the incorrect signal to the car. This is great in the beginning, but over time the chips may get worn out and cause issues. This usually begins with an alert that reads 'anti theft system active on the dashboard or a warning light is flashing with the message "immobiliser fault".
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, which means they can be there and generating new Peugeot keys at the side of the road or at home much quicker than dealers would be able to.
Peugeot keys usually begin to malfunction when the blade starts to wear out. This wear could cause the mouth of the key not to get into the lock in a correct manner, leading to further wear on the locks. The issue can be fixed by changing the blade. It can also help to have the teeth of the keys rehabilitated so that they function more efficiently. This is something only a certified auto locksmith can do however it will help you avoid a lot of hassle and expense in the long run.