What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob lets drivers start the car from a distance. This feature is helpful in cold or hot conditions, as it offers drivers the opportunity to warm the interior and engine before entering the vehicle.
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Keyless Entry
In addition to unlocking and opening your car doors, some key fobs are also able to start the engine. This is useful in the event that you have to leave the vehicle during the heat of summer, or if you're carrying heavy items in the boot that make it difficult for you to open the door manually. To start the car using your key fob, simply press the unlock button on it a few times in quick intervals. The door locks should be locked and the red LED light should begin to flash. If it doesn't then the battery in your key fob might be depleted and require replacement. Alternatively, RF interference from nearby buildings may affect your system.
Another interesting feature is that certain key fobs have a hidden physical key that can be used to unlock the car (often only for the driver's side, but occasionally for the boot too). They can typically be opened by flipping up the flap on the fob or pressing a button on the case. The key's physical form can be removed from a slot in the case, allowing access to the lock.
Key fobs are susceptible to being damaged by water - particularly if the chips inside them are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some instances keys will cease to function completely due to a damaged chip. In this instance, the key fob must be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths often provide replacement keys faster than dealers and at a much lower cost.
Remote Start
If your key fob comes with the remote start feature it will allow you to start the engine without having to have your car keys in hands. This is particularly helpful when you are in a hot climate and want to cool your vehicle while running the errands. There are a few things that you should know prior to using this feature.
Certain key fobs have a remote engine start button you can press to start your car remotely (for instance, Ford has a circular an arrow which is moving clockwise around its key fob). Mazdas, for example require you to first lock the key and then press the Start button.
If you're unable to start your car, you might have a dead or weak battery inside the key fob. This is due to the fact that the batteries in the key fob aren't able to send an effective signal to the car's system.
If this happens, you can either replace the batteries or reprogram your key fob. This process differs from vehicle to vehicle, but you can usually follow the instructions in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are competent to assist you with this procedure. We have the expert tools needed to cut and program the replacement Peugeot key at office, home or when you're 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 standard key that has a physical hole, holds a hidden copy of the car keys inside.
In order to accomplish this, it employs a special radio signal that is only sent when the key is within a certain range of the vehicle. peugeot key in the door lock transforms the electronic command into a mechanical one once the signal is detected. The rod is then turned to operate the car door locks just as the physical key would.
If a Peugeot key fob has stopped locking or unlocking the car, there are several possible causes of the problem. The most frequent cause is the battery of the coin is dead, which can be replaced in minutes. Other causes include worn-out buttons, signal interference, or water damage or a malfunctioning chip.
The key fob of modern cars is no exception. Modern cars require extremely high level of precision to function. The key fob may have been programmed incorrectly, or it could have a hardware defect that hinders the vehicle from responding to the signal of the key. A certified locksmith can reprogramme your key fob to ensure it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot were among the first car makers to use an immobiliser chip in a key. This stops the vehicle from starting if it sees an error in the signal sent from the key to the car. In the beginning, this is great however as they age, the chips can get worn out and begin to cause issues. This usually begins with an alert stating 'anti theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light lit up stating "immobiliser fault".
Peugeot dealerships are typically used to design and program replacement keys. However, a professional locksmith is equipped with dealer-standard tools in their van, which means they can be with you and creating new Peugeot keys at the side of the road or at home, much faster than dealers would be able to.
Generally Peugeot keys begin to experience problems when the blade wears out. This wear can cause the mouth of the key to get into the lock properly, causing further wear on the locks. The issue can be addressed by simply replacing the blade. It can also be beneficial to have the teeth of the key repaired to ensure that they function smoothly. Only a licensed auto locksmith is able to do this, but it will save you a lot of time and money in the end.