(Image: https://www.thekeylab.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sb-instagram-feed-images/311159893_995841588058766_6213964028136182559_nlow.jpg)What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob
Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from a distance. This feature is beneficial in hot or cold conditions, since it gives drivers the chance to warm their vehicle's engine and interior before entering the vehicle.
(Image: https://www.thekeylab.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sb-instagram-feed-images/310762719_174097598533869_2015889089625884380_nlow.jpg)Car dealerships can create and program new Peugeot keys for you however only if you are willing to wait weeks for them to do this. KeyNOW is the only place where you can get your keys. KeyNOW we can cut programming, cut and give new peugeot 208 spare key keys to you, much quicker.
Keyless Entry
Along with unlocking and opening your car doors, certain key fobs can also be used to start the engine. This is useful if the vehicle needs to be left during a hot summer day or if the boot is filled with heavy objects that make it difficult to manually open the door. To start the car with your key fob, simply press the unlock button a few times in quick intervals. The door locks will be locked and a red light will start to flash. If this does not happen the battery for your key fob could be dead and requires to be replaced. Alternately, RF interference from nearby buildings may cause interference to your system.
Another nifty feature is that certain key fobs are equipped with a physical key to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door but occasionally for the boot too). They can be opened by lifting a flap or pressing the button. The key's physical part can be removed from a slot in the case to gain access to the lock.
Key fobs can be damaged by water particularly when the chips are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some cases the chip that is damaged could cause key fobs to stop functioning. If this happens the key fob will have to be replaced - typically by the dealer. Locksmiths can supply replacement keys much quicker and at a lower price than dealerships.
Remote Start
You can start your car without needing to have your keys with you. This is especially useful when you are in a hot climate and want to cool down your car while you run errands. But there are a few things you need to know prior to using this feature.
Certain key fobs have a remote engine start button that you can press to start your vehicle remotely (for example, Ford has a circular arrow that moves clockwise on its key fob). Mazdas, for instance require you to lock the key first and then press the Start button.
There may be an insufficient or dead battery in your key fob, if you're not able to start your car. This is because the batteries of the key fob are no longer able to send an effective signal to the car's system.
If this is the situation, you'll need to replace the batteries on the key fob or attempt reprogramming it. This procedure varies from car to vehicle, but you can generally follow the instructions in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are also able to assist with this procedure as we have the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement peugeot Key repair keys at the workplace, at home or if you're at the side of the road.
Door Locks
The peugeot 107 key fob programming 3008 remote key system enables the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle at the touch of a button on the key fob. The key fob, which is different from the standard key that has an opening in the middle, is designed to store an encrypted copy of the car keys inside.
To do this, it utilizes a special radio signal that is only sent when the key is within a certain distance of the vehicle. Once the signal is detected an internal solenoid within the door lock transforms the electronic signal into an action that is mechanical. This causes a rod to turn the car door locks, just as the physical key would.
There are a variety of possible reasons for the Peugeot keyfob not locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most common cause is a dead battery. It can be replaced within minutes. Other causes include worn buttons water damage signal interference or a malfunctioning electronic chip.
Modern cars require a very high degree of precision in order to function, and the key fob isn't immune to this. The key fob may be improperly programmed, or suffer from a hardware defect that prevents it from receiving a signal from the vehicle. A locksmith certified by the ICRC can reprogram your key fob to ensure it is compatible with the vehicle.
Immobiliser
Peugeot was one of the first companies to put an immobiliser on the key. This prevents the vehicle from being started in the event that the key sends the incorrect signal to the car. This is a great feature in the beginning but as time passes, the chips wear out and cause problems. It usually happens when you see an alert on your dashboard stating 'anti-theft system active or a warning light which reads 'immobiliser failed'.
Typically Peugeot dealerships have to be called to create and program replacement keys. However a professional mobile locksmith comes with dealer-standard equipment inside their van, which means they can be there and generating new peugeot boxer replacement key keys by the roadside or at home, much faster than dealerships are able to.
Generally Peugeot keys begin to experience issues when the blade of the key wears out. This wear can cause the mouth of the key not to feed into the lock in a correct manner, leading to further wear on the locks. Sometimes, just swapping a new blade is enough to solve the issue. It can also be beneficial to have the teeth of the keys rehabilitated so they work more smoothly. Only a licensed auto locksmith is able to do this, but it could save you lots of time and money in the end.