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What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob

peugeot rcz key Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from a distance. This is beneficial during cold or hot weather conditions because it allows drivers to warm the interior and engine before entering the vehicle.

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Keyless Entry

Certain key fobs also help start the engine of your car. This is a great feature if your vehicle has to be left on a hot day, or when the trunk is full of heavy items that make it difficult to manually open the door. To unlock the car using your key fob, press the unlock button several times in quick intervals. The door locks should be locked and the red LED light will start to flash. If this does not happen the battery in your key fob could be dead and requires to be replaced. Alternately, RF interference from nearby buildings could disrupt your system.

Another nifty feature is that some key fobs have a hidden physical key to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door, but sometimes for the boot too). They are usually accessible by flipping up the flap on the fob or pressing a button on the case. The physical key can be removed from the slot inside the case.

Key fobs can be damaged by water, especially when the chips are exposed to soapy or salty water. In certain instances key fobs can cease working completely due an issue with the chip. In this case the key fob will need to be replaced by the dealer. Locksmiths can supply replacement keys much quicker and at a lesser cost than dealerships.

Remote Start

You can start your car and not need to have your keys in your car. This is particularly helpful in hot weather and you're looking to cool down your car when you're running errands. However, there are some things to consider before making use of this feature.

Certain key fobs have an exclusive remote engine start button (for instance, Ford's key fob has an arrow-shaped circular shape that runs clockwise) that you need to press in order to remotely start your car. Mazdas, for instance, require you to first lock the key and then press the Start button.

There could be a dead or weak battery in your key fob, if you are unable to start your car. This is because the batteries of the key fob aren't strong enough to send an effective signal to the car's system.

If this happens, you can either replace the batteries or re-program your key fob. The procedure for this differs from car to car, but you should usually follow the instructions in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can also assist with this procedure We have the expert equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your workplace, home, or if you're stuck on the side of the road.

Door Locks

The peugeot 108 key cover 3008 remote key system allows the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle with a press of a button on the key fob. In contrast to the traditional key which has a key hole that is physical this key fob is able to store a hidden electronic copy of the car's key inside.

It does this by utilizing an electronic signal that can only be sent when the key is in some distance from the car. When the signal is detected by a solenoid, the door lock transforms the electronic command into an action mechanical. The rod is then moved to controls the door locks exactly like the turning of a key in a physical lock would do.

If a Peugeot key fob isn't locking or unlocking the vehicle, there are many possible reasons for the issue. The most common 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 damaged electronic chip.

The key fob on modern cars is no exception. Modern cars require an extremely high level precision to function. The key fob might have been programmed incorrectly or it could have a hardware fault that prevents 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 was among the first companies to include an immobiliser inside a key. This prevents the vehicle from starting if it detects an untrue signal being sent from the key to the car. When it's brand new, this is fantastic, but as they age the chips will wear out and cause issues. This usually occurs when you notice an alert on your dashboard saying 'anti-theft system active' or a warning lamp which reads 'immobiliser failed'.

Usually Peugeot dealerships need to be called in to design and program replacement keys. However, a professional mobile locksmith is equipped with dealer-standard tools in their van, which means they can be with you and making new peugeot 307 key fob keys by the roadside or at home more quickly than dealerships would be able to.

Generally Peugeot keys start to have issues as the key blade wears out. This wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop entering the lock correctly leading to wear on the locks themselves. Sometimes, simply changing a new blade helps to solve the issue. It may also be helpful to have the teeth of the key replaced in order to make them work more smoothly. Only a professional auto locksmith is able to do this, but it could save you lots of time and money in the future.