What peugeot spare key Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob lets drivers start the car from a distance. This feature is helpful in hot or cold conditions, as it offers drivers to warm up their engine and interior before entering the vehicle.
Car dealerships can cut and program new Peugeot keys for you however, only if you have the patience to wait for weeks for them to do this. At KeyNOW we can cut, program and hand over new Peugeot keys to you, much quicker.
Keyless Entry
Certain key fobs also start the engine of your car. This is a great feature if your vehicle has to be left on a hot day or when the car's boot is full of heavy items that make it difficult to open the door. To start the car with your key fob, simply press the unlock button a few times in quick succession. The door locks should unlock and the red LED light should begin to flash. If this does not happen the battery for your key fob may be dead and needs to be replaced. Alternately RF interference caused by nearby buildings could affect your system.
Another interesting feature is that some key fobs come with a physical key that can be used to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door but sometimes also for the boot). They can be opened by lifting a flap or pressing a button. The key's physical form can be slid out of the slot inside the case.
Key fobs can get damaged by water - particularly in the event that the chips inside are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some cases, key fobs will cease working completely due an issue with the chip. In this instance the key fob has to be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths are able to provide replacement keys quicker than a dealership, and at a lower cost.
Remote Start
If your key fob comes with the remote start feature, it will let you start 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 around. But there are a few important things to be aware of prior to using this feature.
Some key fobs include an engine start button that you can use to start your vehicle remotely (for example, Ford has a circular arrow that moves 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 start your car, it could be that you have a dead or weak battery in the key fob. The battery inside the key fob isn't powerful enough to send a signal back to the car's system.
If this is the case, then you'll need replace the batteries in your key fob or try to re-programme it. This procedure varies from car to car, but you can generally follow the instructions in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are capable of helping you with this process. We have the expert tools needed to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at workplace, at home, or in case you're stuck at the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote key system allows the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle by pressing of a button on the key fob. The key fob, in contrast to the standard key that has a physical hole, stores a secret copy of the car keys inside.
It does this by utilizing a radio signal that is only transmitted if the key is within an appropriate distance from the car. When the signal is detected an internal solenoid within the door lock translates the electronic signal into an action mechanical. This causes a rod to operate the car door locks, the same way keys on a real key would.
There are many possible causes for the Peugeot keyfob that is not locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most frequent reason is a dead battery. This is easily replaced in minutes. Other causes include worn buttons water damage signals interference or a faulty electronic chip.
The key fobs of modern automobiles is not an exception. Modern cars require extremely high level of precision in order to operate. The key fob may be programmed incorrectly, or may have an issue with the hardware that prevents it from receiving signals from the vehicle. A locksmith who is certified can reprogram the key fob to ensure that it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was among the first companies to incorporate an immobiliser on the key. This prevents the vehicle from starting if it detects an incorrect signal being sent from the key to the car. When new this is great, but as they age the chips will wear out and begin to cause issues. It usually starts with an alert that reads 'anti theft system active on the dashboard or a warning light is lit up stating 'immobiliser fault'.
Peugeot dealerships are typically used to create and program replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths will have dealer-standard equipment on their van. This means that they can create new Peugeot keys at your house or by the roadside faster than dealerships.
Peugeot keys usually start to fail when the key blade begins to wear. The wear causes the mouth of the key to stop entering the lock correctly leading to wear on the locks themselves. Sometimes, just swapping out a new blade helps to solve the issue. It may also be helpful to have the teeth of the key refurbished so that they function more efficiently. This is something only a fully qualified auto locksmith can do, but it can help you avoid a lot of hassle and expense in the long run.