What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob lets drivers start the car from a distance. This is useful in extreme temperatures, as it allows drivers to warm the engine and the interior before entering the vehicle.
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Keyless Entry
In addition to opening and locking your car doors, a few key fobs are also able to start the engine. This can be useful if you have to leave your vehicle during the heat of summer, or if you're carrying large objects in the boot that make it difficult to open the door manually. To start the car with your key fob, press the unlock button on it several times in quick intervals. The door locks will lock and a red light will start to flash. If this does not happen the battery in your key fob may be dead and needs to be replaced. Also, RF interference coming from nearby buildings may interfere with your system.
Some key fobs have a physical key that can be used to open your car (often for the driver's side door, but sometimes the boot too). You can open them by lifting the flap or pressing the button. The key's physical part can be slid out of the slot in the case.
Key fobs are susceptible to being damaged by water, especially if the chips inside them are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some instances the chip that is damaged can cause key fobs to cease working. In this scenario the key fob has to be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths often provide replacement keys quicker than a dealership, and at a lesser cost.
Remote Start
If your key fob includes the remote start feature, it allows you to turn on the engine without needing to hold the keys to your car in the palm of your hand. This is especially helpful when it's hot outside and you want to cool your car while running around. But, there are a few things you need to know prior to making use of this feature.
Some key fobs include a remote engine start button that you can use to start your vehicle remotely (for instance, Ford has a circular arrow that is moving clockwise on its key fob). Mazdas, for instance require you to first lock the key and then press the Start button.
There could be an insufficient or dead battery in your key fob if you're unable to start the car. The battery in the key fob is no longer strong enough to send a signal to your car system.
If this is the case, then you'll need replace the batteries on the key fob or attempt to re-programme it. The procedure differs for every car, but the instructions are usually in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are also capable of helping you with this process. We have the expert tools needed to cut and program the replacement Peugeot key at your office, home or even when you're stuck on the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote allows you to lock or unlock your car by pressing the button on your key fob. The key fob, which is different from the traditional key with an opening in the middle, is designed to store a secret copy of the car keys inside.
It does this by utilizing a radio signal that is only transmitted if the key is at a certain distance from car. A solenoid in the door lock transforms the electronic command into an actual mechanical one after the signal is detected. This is accomplished by moving a rod which operates the car door locks exactly like the turning of a physical key used to do.
If a Peugeot key fob isn't locking or unlocking the car, there are many possible reasons for the issue. The most frequent cause is a dead battery for the coin, which can be replaced within minutes. Other reasons include worn-out buttons, signals interference or water damage or a malfunctioning chip.
Modern cars require a very high level of precision to operate and the key fob is not immune to this. Key fobs can be programmed incorrectly, or have a hardware issue that prevents it from receiving signals from the vehicle. peugeot replacement key fob certified by the ICRC can reprogram your key fob in order to ensure it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was one of the first manufacturers to install an immobiliser into the key. The chip prevents the car from starting if it detects an untrue signal being sent from the key to the car. This is great when they are new, but over time the chips can get worn out and cause issues. This usually starts with getting an error message that says 'anti-theft system active on the dashboard or a warning light is flashing with the message 'immobiliser fault'.
Peugeot dealerships are typically called to design and program replacement keys. A mobile locksmith will use dealer-standard equipment in their van. This means that they can make new Peugeot keys at your home or at the roadside faster than a dealership.
Generally Peugeot keys start to show problems because the key blade wears out. The wear causes the mouth of the key to stop feeding into the lock correctly, causing more wear on the locks themselves. Sometimes, simply changing a new blade can help resolve the problem. It is also possible to have the teeth of the key repaired to allow them to operate more efficiently. Only a certified auto locksmith is able to do this, but it could save you a lot of time and money in the long run.