What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

peugeot 2008 replacement key cost Key Fob is a convenient feature that allows drivers to start their car from some distance. This feature is beneficial in cold or hot conditions, since it gives drivers to warm their car's interior and engine before entering the vehicle.

Dealerships can program and create new Peugeot keys however, only if they have the time. KeyNOW KeyNOW we can cut, program and hand over new Peugeot keys to you, a lot quicker.

Keyless Entry

Some key fobs can also start your car's engine. This can be useful if you need to leave the vehicle on hot days, or if you're carrying heavy objects in the boot which make it difficult to open the door manually. To start the car using your key fob, simply press the unlock button on it several times in quick sequence. The door locks should close and the red LED light should begin to flash. If this doesn't happen, your key fob battery may be dead and needs to be replaced. Also, RF interference coming from nearby buildings may cause interference to your system.

Some key fobs have an actual key that can be used to open your vehicle (often for the driver's side door, but occasionally the boot as well). You can access them by lifting a flap or pressing the button. The key's physical part can be removed from an opening in the case, allowing 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 keys will stop working completely due damage to the chip. In this instance the key fob has to be replaced by the dealer. Locksmiths are able to replace keys faster and at a lower cost than dealerships.

Remote Start

You can start your car without needing to carry your keys on you. This is particularly helpful when it's hot outside and you want to cool down your car while you run the errands. There are a few things you must be aware of 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) that you need to press to start the car remotely. Mazdas, for instance, require you to lock the key first and then press the Start button.

You may have an insufficient or dead battery in your key fob, if you're unable to start the car. This is due to the fact that the batteries inside the key fob aren't strong enough to send an effective signal to the car's system.

If this happens, either replace the batteries or reprogram your key fob. The process is different for every car, but the instructions are generally found in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can assist with this procedure - we've got the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your place of work, 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 with a press of a button on the key fob. The key fob, which is different from the standard key that has a physical hole, stores an encrypted copy of the car keys inside.

For this, it utilizes a special radio signal that can only be transmitted when the key is within a specified range of the car. A solenoid inside the door lock transforms the electronic command into an actual mechanical one after the signal has been spotted. The rod is then moved to is used to operate the car door locks exactly like the turning of a key in a physical lock would do.

If you find that your Peugeot key fob has stopped locking or unlocking the car, there are several possibilities of the cause. The most frequent cause is a dead battery. It can be fixed in minutes. Other causes are worn buttons, water damage signals interference or a defective electronic chip.

The key fob in modern vehicles isn't an exception. Modern cars require an extremely high level of precision in order to operate. The key fob could have been programmed incorrectly, or it may have a hardware issue that makes the vehicle unable to respond to the signal from the key. A licensed locksmith can reprogram your key fob to make sure it is compatible with the vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot was one of the first companies to include an immobiliser in the key. This stops the car from starting in the event that the key transmits the wrong signal to the car. When new this is great, but as they age the chips may wear out and start causing issues. This usually occurs when you notice an alert on your dashboard stating 'anti-theft system active or a warning lamp which reads 'immobiliser failed'.

Usually Peugeot 508 key programming dealerships have to be called to create and programme replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths will utilize dealer-standard equipment on their van. This means that they can make new Peugeot keys at home or by the roadside quicker than dealers.

Peugeot keys usually begin to fail when the key blade wears out. The wear causes the mouth of the key to stop entering the lock correctly, causing more wear on the locks themselves. The issue can be fixed by simply changing the blade. It may also be helpful to have the teeth of the key refurbished to ensure that they function smoothly. This is something only a fully qualified auto locksmith can do but it could save you a lot of frustration and money in the end.