What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob is a useful feature that lets drivers start their car from a distance. This feature is helpful in cold or hot weather, as it gives motorists to warm the interior and engine before entering the vehicle.
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Keyless Entry
Along with opening and locking your car doors, some key fobs also have the ability to start the engine. This is helpful if the vehicle has to be left during a hot summer day or if the boot is stuffed with heavy items that make it difficult to open the door. Press the unlock button on the key fob a few times quickly to start the car. The door locks should unlock and the red LED light should start to flash. If it doesn't then the battery in your key fob could be dead and in need of replacement. Alternately, RF interference from nearby buildings may disrupt your system.
Certain key fobs also come with a physical key that can be used to open your car (often for the driver's side door, but occasionally the boot as well). They can be opened by flipping up the flap on the fob or pressing a button on the case. The physical key can be pulled out of the slot inside the case.
Key fobs may be damaged by water, particularly in the event that the chips inside are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some instances keys will stop working completely due an issue with the chip. If this happens the key fob will need to be replaced - usually by the dealer. However, locksmiths may provide replacement keys quicker than a dealer, and at a much lower cost.
Remote Start
You can start your car and not need to have your keys on you. This is especially useful when it's hot and you want to cool your car while you run on errands. However, there are some things you need to know prior to using this feature.
Some key fobs have a specific remote engine start button (for example, Ford's key fob has a circular arrow going clockwise) which you must press in order to remotely start your car. Mazdas, for instance require you to lock the key first and then press the Start button.
If you're unable to start your car, it could be that you have a weak or dead battery in the key fob. This is due to the fact that the batteries in the key fob aren't strong enough to send an effective signal to the car's system.
If this is the case, you'll need to replace the batteries on the key fob or attempt to re-programme it. The process is different for each vehicle, however the instructions are usually in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are equipped to assist you in this process. We have the specialist tools needed to cut and program the replacement Peugeot keys at home, office or even if you are stuck on the roadside.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote system enables you to lock or unlock your car by pressing the button on your key fob. The key fob, in contrast to 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 an electronic signal that can only be sent when the key is located at a certain distance from the car. A solenoid inside the door lock converts the electronic command to mechanical once the signal has been detected. This is when a rod turns to turn the car door locks, the same way keys on a real key would.
There are a variety of possible reasons for an Peugeot keyfob that's not locking or unlocking your car. Most likely is a dead coin battery, which can be replaced within minutes. Other causes are worn-out buttons signals interference or water damage or a malfunctioning chip.
The key fob of modern vehicles isn't an exception. Modern cars require extremely high level precision to function. The key fob could be programmed incorrectly, or may have a hardware defect that prevents it from responding to a signal from the vehicle. A certified locksmith can reprogram your key fob to make sure it is compatible with the vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot were one of the first car makers to implement an immobiliser device in the key. This prevents the car from starting in the event that the key transmits the wrong signal to the car. In the beginning, this is great, but as they age the chips can get worn out and begin to cause issues. This usually starts when you notice an alert on your dashboard saying 'anti-theft system active or a warning lamp that reads "immobiliser failure".
Usually Peugeot dealerships are called to create and program replacement keys. However, a professional mobile locksmith is equipped with dealer-standard tools in their van, which means they can be with you and making new Peugeot keys at the side of the road or at home much quicker than dealers would be capable of.
Peugeot keys usually begin to fail when the key blade wears out. This wear can cause the mouth of the key not to be able to enter the lock in a correct manner, leading to further wear on the locks. Sometimes, just swapping a new blade helps to solve the issue. It may also be helpful to have the teeth of the key replaced so that they can operate more efficiently. This is something only a certified auto locksmith can do but it could reduce the trouble and cost in the long term.