What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob lets drivers start the car from a distance. This is useful in temperatures that are hot or cold as it permits drivers to warm up the engine and the interior before getting inside the vehicle.
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Keyless Entry
Certain key fobs also help start the engine of your car. This is helpful if the vehicle needs to be left during a hot summer day or if the boot is full of 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 vehicle. The door locks should be locked and a red LED light will start to flash. If this does not occur then your key fob battery may be dead and needs to be replaced. Alternately, RF interference from nearby buildings may cause interference to your system.
Some key fobs also have an actual key that can be used to unlock your vehicle (often for the driver's side door, but sometimes the boot as well). They are usually accessible by opening an opening on the fob, or a button on the case. The key's physical part can slide out of a slot in the case to open the lock.
peugeot 207 key can be damaged by water, particularly when the chips within them are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some instances key fobs can cease to function completely due to damage to the chip. If this occurs, the key fob will have to be replaced - typically by the dealer. However, locksmiths are able to provide replacement keys faster than dealers, and at a much lower cost.
Remote Start
You can start your car without needing to have your keys with you. This is especially useful when it's hot outside and you want to cool your vehicle while you run around. However, there are some things you should know before making use of this feature.
Some key fobs feature a dedicated remote engine start button (for instance Ford's keyfob has an arrow in a circle that goes clockwise) which you must press in order to remotely start your car. 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 may have a weak or dead battery in the key fob. The battery inside the key fob isn't powerful enough to send a signal back to the car system.
If this happens, you'll need to either replace the batteries, or re-program your key fob. The procedure varies for every car, but the instructions are usually in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can also help with this process We have the expert equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your workplace, home, or even if you're stuck at the side of the road.
Door Locks
The Peugeot 3008 remote system allows you to lock or unlock your car by pressing a button on your key fob. This key fob, unlike the traditional key with a physical hole, holds an unnoticed copy of the car keys inside.
To accomplish this, it utilizes a special radio signal that is only transmitted when the key is within a specified range of the car. When the signal is detected an internal solenoid within the door lock transforms the electronic command into a mechanical action. This turns a rod to operate the door locks, just as keys on a real key would.
If the Peugeot key fob isn't locking or unlocking the car, there are many possible causes. The most frequent cause is the battery is dead. This can be replaced within minutes. Other causes include worn-out buttons water damage or signal interference or a defective chip.
Modern cars require a very precise level of precision for operation, and the key fob isn't in any way immune to this. Key fobs can be improperly programmed, or suffer from an issue with the hardware that prevents it from responding to a signal from the vehicle. A licensed locksmith can reprogram your key fob in order to ensure it is compatible with your vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was among the first manufacturers to install an immobiliser into the key. This prevents the vehicle from being started when the key sends a wrong signal to the car. This is great when they're brand new but as time passes, the chips wear out and cause problems. This usually occurs when you see an alert on your dashboard that reads 'anti theft system active or a warning light that says 'immobiliser failure'.
Peugeot dealerships are usually used to create and program replacement keys. A mobile locksmith will have standard equipment from dealers on their van. This means they can make new Peugeot keys at home or at the roadside quicker than dealerships.
Generally Peugeot keys begin to exhibit problems because the key blade wears out. The 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 addressed by simply replacing the blade. It can also be beneficial to have the teeth on the key cleaned in order to make them work more smoothly. Only a qualified auto locksmith is able to do this, but it could save you a lot of time and money in the end.