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What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob Peugeot Key Fob lets drivers start the car from afar. This is useful in cold or hot weather conditions as it permits drivers to warm up the engine and interior before getting inside the vehicle. Car dealerships can design and program new Peugeot keys for you, but only if you have the time to wait for weeks to complete the process. KeyNOW can cut programs, cut, and deliver new Peugeot keys much more quickly at KeyNOW. Keyless Entry Certain key fobs also start the engine of your car. This is useful when the vehicle needs to be parked during a hot summer day or when the trunk is stuffed with heavy items that make it difficult to open the door. To start the car with your key fob, simply press the unlock button several times in quick succession. The door locks will unlock and a red light will start to flash. If it doesn't then the battery in the key fob could be dead and in need of replacement. Also, RF interference coming from nearby buildings may disrupt your system. Another neat feature is that certain key fobs have a hidden physical key to unlock the car (often only for the driver's door, but sometimes also for the boot). You can access them by lifting a flap or pressing a button. The key's physical part can slide out of the slot of the case to open the lock. Key fobs may be damaged by water – especially when the chips inside are exposed to soapy or salty water. In peugeot replacement key will cease working completely due an issue with the chip. In this scenario the key fob has to be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths can often provide replacement keys quicker than a dealership, and at a significantly lower cost. Remote Start You can start your car without needing to have your keys on you. This is particularly helpful when it's hot outside and you're looking to cool your car when you're running around. However, there are some important things to be aware of prior to using this feature. Some key fobs include an engine start button that 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 example require you to first lock the key and then press the Start button. If you're unable start your car, you could have a dead or weak battery inside the key fob. The key fob's battery isn't strong enough to send a signal to the car system. If this is the case, then you'll need replace the batteries in your key fob, or try changing the program. The procedure is different for each vehicle, but the instructions are usually in the owner's manual. Our mobile technicians are able to assist you with this process We have the expert equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at your home, workplace or if you're stuck on the side of the road. Door Locks The Peugeot 3008 remote system lets you to lock or unlock your vehicle by pressing the button on your key fob. In contrast to the traditional key which has a physical key hole the key fob has a hidden electronic replica of the car key inside. For this, it utilizes a unique radio signal which is only transmitted when the key is within a specified range of the car. A solenoid in the door lock converts the electronic signal into mechanical once the signal has been spotted. This triggers a rod that operates the car door locks as a key in a physical lock would do. There are several possible causes for an Peugeot keyfob that's not locking or unlocking your car. The most common cause is an unresponsive battery. This can be replaced within minutes. Other reasons include worn-out buttons, water damage or signal interference or a malfunctioning chip. Modern cars require a very precise level of accuracy to function and the key fob isn't immune to this. The key fob might be programmed incorrectly or it could have a hardware fault that hinders the vehicle from responding to the signal sent by the key. A certified locksmith can reprogram the key fob, and ensure that it works with your vehicle. Immobiliser Peugeot was among the first companies to put an immobiliser inside a key. The chip prevents the car from starting if it sees an untrue signal coming from the key to the car. If it's new, this is great however, as they age the chips will wear out and start to cause issues. This typically happens when you see a message on your dashboard that says 'anti-theft system active' or a warning lamp that reads “immobiliser failure”. Peugeot dealerships are usually used to design and program replacement keys. A mobile locksmith will utilize dealer-standard equipment on their van. This means that they can create new Peugeot keys at your house or on the roadside faster than dealerships. Peugeot keys usually start to malfunction when the blade starts to wear out. This wear causes the mouth part of the key to stop entering the lock correctly, causing more wear on the locks themselves. Sometimes, just swapping out a new blade helps to resolve the problem. It may also be helpful to have the teeth on the key cleaned to allow them to work more smoothly. This is something only a competent auto locksmith is able to do, but it can save you lots of frustration and money in the end.