What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from a distance. This feature is useful in cold or hot conditions, since it gives drivers the chance to warm the interior and engine 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 to do so. KeyNOW can cut and program, then deliver new Peugeot keys much more quickly at KeyNOW.
Keyless Entry
In addition to unlocking and opening the doors of your car, some key fobs also have the ability to start the engine. This is useful if you need to leave the vehicle during the heat of summer, or if you're carrying heavy items in your boot that make it difficult to open the door manually. To start the car with your key fob, press the unlock button on it a few times in quick succession. The door locks should lock and a red LED light will begin to flash. If it doesn't then the battery in the key fob could be dead and need replacing. Alternately, the RF interference created by nearby buildings could interfere with your system.
Certain key fobs also come with an actual key that can be used to open your vehicle (often for the driver's side door, but occasionally the boot too). You can open them by lifting a flap or pressing a button. The key's physical form can slide out of the slot of the case, allowing access to the lock.
Key fobs may be damaged by water, particularly if the chips inside them are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some instances a chip that has been damaged could cause key fobs to cease working. In this case the key fob will need to be replaced by the dealer. Locksmiths can supply replacement keys much faster and at a lower price than dealerships.
Remote Start
You can start your car without having to carry your keys on you. This is especially useful when it's hot and you want to cool your car while doing the errands. There are a few points you must know before using this feature.
Some key fobs have a dedicated remote engine start button (for instance Ford's key fob features an arrow-shaped circular shape that runs clockwise) which you must press to start the car remotely. Others, such as Mazdas keys, require you to lock the key and then press the start button.
It could be that you have a weak or dead battery in your key fob if you're unable to start the car. This is due to the fact that the key fob's batteries aren't able anymore to send a strong signal to the car's system.
If this happens, you can either replace the batteries, or re-program your key fob. The procedure differs for each vehicle, however the instructions are usually in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are equipped to assist you in this procedure. We have the specialist equipment required to cut and program a new Peugeot key at workplace, at home, or when you're stuck by the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote key system allows the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle with a press of a button on the key fob. Contrary to the traditional key, which has a key hole that is physical the key fob has an electronic copy of the car keys inside.
To do this, it relies on the use of a specific radio signal that is only sent when the key is within a certain distance of the car. A solenoid in the door lock converts the electronic command to mechanical after the signal has been detected. This causes a rod to operate the car door locks, just like a physical key would.
If you notice that a Peugeot key fob isn't locking or unlocking the vehicle, there are a variety of possibilities of the cause. The most common is the battery of the coin is dead, which can be replaced in minutes. Other causes include worn-out buttons water damage or signal interference, or a faulty chip.
Modern vehicles require a high level of precision to operate and the key fob is not immune to this. Key fobs can be programmed incorrectly, or may have an issue with the hardware that stops it from receiving signals from the vehicle. A licensed locksmith can reprogram your key fob to ensure that it is compatible with the vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was one of the first companies to include an immobiliser inside a key. This stops the vehicle from starting if it detects an error in the signal sent from the key to the car. This is a great feature when they are new, but over time the chips may get worn out and cause issues. This usually begins with a message saying 'anti theft system active on the dashboard or a warning light is illuminated stating 'immobiliser fault'.
Peugeot dealerships are usually used to design and program replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths have dealer-standard equipment on their van. This means that they can design new Peugeot keys at home or by the roadside quicker than dealerships.
Generally replacement key for peugeot 107 www.g28carkeys.co.uk begin to experience issues as the key blade wears out. The wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop feeding into the lock correctly leading to wear on the locks themselves. Sometimes, just swapping out a new blade can help resolve the problem. It may also be helpful to have the teeth of the key refurbished so that they function more efficiently. Only a professional auto locksmith can do this, but it could save you lots of time and cash in the long run.