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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 hot or cold conditions, as it offers drivers the opportunity to warm their car's interior and engine before entering the vehicle.

Dealerships can program and design new Peugeot keys however only if they have the time. KeyNOW is the only place where you can get your keys. KeyNOW we can cut programming, cut and give new Peugeot keys to you much faster.

Keyless Entry

Some key fobs are also able to start your car's engine. This is helpful if the vehicle needs to be left in a hot weather condition or when the trunk is filled with heavy objects that make it difficult to open the door. To unlock the car using your key fob, simply press the unlock button on it several times in rapid sequence. The door locks should be locked and the red LED light should begin to flash. If this does not happen, your key fob battery could be dead and requires to be replaced. Alternately, interference from RF caused by nearby buildings could affect your system.

Another neat feature is that certain key fobs come with a physical key to unlock the car (often only for the driver's side, but sometimes also for the boot). They can be opened by lifting the flap or pressing a button. The key can then slide out of the slot inside the case to gain access to the lock.

Key fobs can be damaged by water - particularly in the event that the chips inside are exposed to salty or soapy water. In certain instances key fobs can cease to function completely due to an issue with the chip. In this scenario the key fob will need to be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths may offer replacement keys faster than dealers, and at a lower cost.

Remote Start

You can start your car without having to have your keys in your car. This is particularly useful if it's hot and you want to cool your car while running some errands. However, there are some things to consider before using this feature.

Certain key fobs come with an exclusive remote engine start button (for instance Ford's key fob sports a circular arrow going clockwise) which you must press to start the car remotely. Mazdas, for example require you to lock the key first and then press the Start button.

If you're unable to start your car, you might have a dead or weak battery in the key fob. This is due to the fact that the batteries in the key fob aren't able to send an intense signal to the car's system.

If this happens, you can either replace the batteries or reprogram your key fob. The procedure varies for each vehicle, however the instructions are usually found in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are also competent to assist you with this process. We have the expert tools needed to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at office, home or even if you are stuck on the roadside.

Door Locks

The Peugeot 3008 remote system enables you to lock or unlock your vehicle by pressing a button on your key fob. This key fob, unlike the standard key that has an opening in the middle, is designed to store a secret copy of the car keys inside.

In order to accomplish this, it uses a special radio signal that is only sent when the key is within a certain distance of the vehicle. When the signal is detected an internal solenoid within the door lock transforms the electronic command into a mechanical action. This moves a rod that opens the door lock similar to the way the physical key used to do.

There are many possible causes for a Peugeot keyfob that is not locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most frequent reason is an unresponsive battery. It is easily replaced in minutes. Other causes include worn buttons, water damage or signal interference, or a malfunctioning electronic chip.

The key fob on modern cars is no exception. https://www.thekeylab.co.uk/peugeot-car-keys/ require extremely high level precision to function. The key fob could have been programmed incorrectly, or it could be faulty in hardware that stops the vehicle from responding to the signal generated by the key. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram the key fob to ensure that it works with your vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot was among the first companies to incorporate an immobiliser into a key. The immobiliser chip stops the car from starting if it detects an incorrect signal being sent from the key to the car. This is a great feature when they're new but as time passes, the chips may get worn out and cause issues. This typically starts with a message saying 'anti theft system active on the dashboard or a warning light flashing with the message 'immobiliser fault'.

Typically Peugeot dealerships are called in to design and program replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths will have dealer-standard equipment on their van. This means they can design new Peugeot keys at home or by the roadside much faster than dealers.

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Generally Peugeot keys start to show problems because the key blade wears out. This wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop entering the lock correctly and causing wear on the locks themselves. The issue can be addressed by changing the blade. It can also be beneficial to have the teeth on the key cleaned in order to make them operate more efficiently. Only a professional auto locksmith is able to do this, but it will save you a lot of time and money in the end.