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What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

Peugeot Key Fob lets drivers start the car from a distance. This can be useful during cold or hot weather, as it allows drivers to warm the engine and the interior before entering the vehicle.

Dealerships are able to program and create new Peugeot keys, but only if they have the time. KeyNOW can cut keys, program them, and then deliver new Peugeot keys much more quickly at KeyNOW.

Keyless Entry

Some key fobs can also allow you to start your car's engine. This is useful if the vehicle has to be left on a hot day, or if the boot is filled with heavy objects that make it difficult to manually open the door. Press the unlock button on your key fob several times quickly to begin the vehicle. The door locks will lock and the red light will begin to flash. If it doesn't it means that the battery inside your key fob may be dead and requires replacement. Alternately, RF interference caused by nearby buildings could affect your system.

Another cool 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). You can open them by lifting a flap or pressing the button. The key can then be removed from a slot in the case to access the lock.

Key fobs can get damaged by water, especially if the chips inside them are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some instances, a chip that is damaged could cause key fobs to cease working. If this happens the key fob will need to be replaced - usually by the dealer. However, locksmiths can often provide replacement keys quicker than dealers and at a significantly lower cost.

Remote Start

You can start your car and not need to have your keys on you. This is particularly useful when it's hot and you want to cool down your car while you run the errands. There are a few things that you must know prior to using this feature.

Some key fobs have a separate remote engine start button (for example Ford's key fob features a circular arrow going clockwise) that you need to press to start the car remotely. Other key fobs, like Mazda's, require that you first secure the key, and then press the start button.

You may have a weak or dead battery in your key fob, if you're unable to start your car. This is because the batteries in the key fob aren't strong enough to send a strong signal to the car's system.

If this is the scenario, you'll have to replace the batteries on the key fob or attempt reprogramming it. The process is different for each car, but the instructions are usually found in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can help with this process We have the expert equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your workplace, home, or if you're on the side of the road.

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. This key fob, unlike the standard key that has a physical hole, stores a hidden copy of the car keys inside.

It does this by using the radio signal which is only transmitted when the key is in a certain distance from the car. A solenoid inside the door lock converts the electronic command into mechanical once the signal is detected. This moves a rod that opens the door lock similar to the way the physical key used to do.

If a Peugeot key fob isn't locking or unlocking the car, there are several possible causes. The most common reason is a dead battery. It can be repaired in a matter of minutes. Other causes include worn-out buttons signals interference or water damage or a malfunctioning chip.

Modern vehicles require a precise level of precision in order to function, and the key fob isn't immune to this. Key fobs can be programed incorrectly or have a hardware defect that prevents it from receiving a signal from the vehicle. A certified locksmith can reprogram your key fob to ensure that it is compatible with your vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot were among the first car manufacturers to use an immobiliser chip in a key. The chip prevents the car from starting if it sees 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 can get worn out and cause issues. It usually starts with a message saying 'anti theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light is flashing with the message 'immobiliser fault'.

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

Generally Peugeot keys begin to exhibit issues when the blade of the key wears out. This wear causes the mouth of the key to stop being able to enter the lock in a proper manner and causing wear on the locks themselves. The issue can be fixed by simply replacing the blade. It may also be helpful to have the teeth on the key cleaned to enable them to work more smoothly.  peugeot 206 key replacement  is something only a trained auto locksmith can accomplish however it can reduce the trouble and cost in the long run.