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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 feature is helpful in cold or hot weather, as it allows drivers the opportunity to warm up their engine and interior before entering the vehicle.

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Keyless Entry

Along with unlocking and opening your car doors, a few key fobs are also able to start the engine. This is useful if you have to leave the vehicle during the heat of summer, or if you're carrying large items in the trunk which make it difficult to open the door manually. To open the car using your key fob, press the unlock button on it a few times in quick intervals. The door locks should lock and a red LED light will start to flash. If this doesn't occur the battery for your key fob may be dead and needs to be replaced. Also, RF interference coming from nearby buildings may affect your system.

Another nifty feature is that certain key fobs contain a physical key to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door but sometimes for the boot too). They can be opened by lifting the flap or pressing a button. The physical key can be pulled out of the slot inside the case.

310300814_438157535072560_441431797686435441_nlow.jpgKey fobs can be damaged by water, especially if the chips inside them are exposed to soapy or salty water. In some instances keys will stop working completely due to a damaged chip. If this occurs, the key fob has to be replaced, usually by the dealer. Locksmiths are able to replace keys much quicker and at a lesser cost than dealerships.

Remote Start

You can start your car and not need to have your keys on you. This is especially helpful when it's hot and you're looking to cool your car while doing on errands. But there are a few important things to be aware of prior to making use of this feature.

Some key fobs come with 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 instance, 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 in the key fob. This is because the batteries of the key fob aren't strong enough to send a strong signal to the car's system.

If this is the case, then you'll need replace the batteries in your key fob or consider reprogramming it. The procedure for this differs from car to car, but you can generally follow the directions in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can also assist with this process - we've got the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your workplace, home, or if you're at the side of the road.

Door Locks

The Peugeot 3008 remote key system enables the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle with the press of a button on the key fob. This key fob, unlike the standard key that has a physical hole, holds a hidden copy of the car keys inside.

To accomplish this, it utilizes an exclusive radio signal that is only sent out when the key is within a certain distance of the car. When the signal is detected and a solenoid in the door lock translates the electronic signal into an action mechanical. This triggers a rod that operates the car door locks just like the turning of the physical key used to do.

There are a variety of possible reasons for an Peugeot keyfob that's not locking or unlocking your car. The most frequent cause is the battery of the coin is dead, which is easily replaced in a matter of minutes. Other causes include worn buttons, water damage, signal interference or a faulty electronic chip.

Modern cars require a very high level of precision to function and the key fob is not in any way immune to this. The key fob may have been programmed incorrectly or it could have a hardware defect that stops the vehicle from responding to the signal generated by the key. A certified locksmith can reprogramme your key fob to make sure it is compatible with the vehicle.

Immobiliser

Peugeot were among the first car makers to use an immobiliser chip in the key. This prevents the vehicle from being started in the event that the key transmits the incorrect signal to the car. This is a great feature when they're new but as time passes, the chips can get worn out and cause issues. It usually happens when you see a message on your dashboard that says 'anti-theft system active or a warning lamp that reads "immobiliser failure".

311170119_2306394586188303_2849487588620745484_nlow.jpgUsually peugeot 107 key dealerships must be called to create and programme replacement keys. However, a professional locksmith has dealer-standard equipment in their van, which means they are able to be with you and generating new Peugeot keys at the side of the road or at your home faster than dealers would be capable of.

Generally peugeot car key keys begin to experience issues as the key blade wears out. This wear could cause the mouth of the key to get into the lock correctly, which can cause further wear on the locks. The problem can be resolved by simply replacing the blade. It is also possible to have the teeth on the key cleaned to enable them to perform more smoothly. This is something only a trained auto locksmith can accomplish however it will reduce the headache and expense in the end.