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What You Should Know About Your Peugeot Key Fob Peugeot Key Fob allows drivers to start the car from afar. This can be useful during temperatures that are hot or cold because it allows drivers to warm the engine and the interior before entering the vehicle. Dealerships can program and create new Peugeot keys however, only if they are able to do so. KeyNOW can cut programs, cut, and deliver new Peugeot keys much faster at KeyNOW. Keyless Entry Some key fobs are also able to start your car's engine. This is useful if you have to leave the vehicle during the heat of summer, or if you're carrying large items in your boot which make it difficult to open the door manually. To start the car with your key fob, simply press the unlock button on it several times in rapid sequence. The door locks should lock and a red LED light will begin to flash. If not then the battery in your key fob could be dead and requires replacement. Alternatively, RF interference from nearby buildings could cause interference to your system. Another neat feature is that some key fobs come with a physical key to unlock the car (often only for the driver's side, but occasionally for the boot too). They can be opened by opening the flap on the fob, or a button on the case. The physical key may then be removed from the slot of the case to gain access to the lock. Key fobs may be damaged by water – particularly in the event that the chips inside are exposed to salty or soapy water. In some instances, a chip that is damaged can cause key fobs to cease working. In this situation, the key fob must be replaced by the dealer. However, locksmiths often provide replacement keys faster than dealers, and at a lesser cost. Remote Start If your key fob has the remote start feature it will let you start the engine without needing to hold your car keys in hands. This is particularly useful when it's hot outside and you're looking to cool your car while running on errands. There are a few things that you must know before you can use this feature. Some key fobs come with an engine start button that you can use to start your vehicle remotely (for example, Ford has a circular arrow that moves clockwise on its key fob). Other key fobs, like Mazda's, require that you first lock the key and then press the start button. There could be peugeot 406 key fob or dead battery in your key fob, if you aren't able to start your car. This is because the key fob's batteries are no longer able to send a strong signal to the car's system. If this happens, you'll need to either replace the batteries, or re-program your key fob. This process varies from car to vehicle, but you can generally follow the instructions in your owner's manual. Our mobile technicians can also assist with this procedure as we have the specialist equipment to cut and program replacement Peugeot keys at the workplace, at home or if you're stuck on the side of the road. Door Locks The Peugeot 3008 remote key system allows the owner to lock and unlock their vehicle by pressing of a button on the key fob. This key fob, unlike the traditional key with a physical hole, stores an unnoticed copy of the car keys inside. It does this by utilizing the radio signal which is only sent when the key is in some distance from the car. A solenoid in the door lock converts the electronic command into an actual mechanical one after the signal has been spotted. This is when a rod turns to operate the car door locks, just as keys on a real key could. There are a myriad of reasons for a Peugeot keyfob not locking or unlocking your vehicle. The most common is a dead battery for the coin, which can be replaced in minutes. Other causes include worn-out buttons signal interference or water damage or a malfunctioning chip. Modern vehicles require a precise level of accuracy in order to function and the key fob is not in any way immune to this. The key fob may be programmed incorrectly or it could have a hardware issue that prevents the vehicle from responding to the signal sent by the key. A certified locksmith can reprogramme your key fob in order to ensure it is compatible with your vehicle. Immobiliser Peugeot were among the first car makers to use an immobiliser chip in the key. This stops the car from starting in the event that the key transmits the incorrect signal to the car. If it's new, this is great however, as they age the chips will wear out and start to cause problems. This usually starts with getting a message saying 'anti theft system active' on the dashboard, or a warning light illuminated stating 'immobiliser fault'. Peugeot dealerships are typically called to create and program replacement keys. Mobile locksmiths have standard equipment from dealers on their van. This means they can create new Peugeot keys at home or at the roadside quicker than dealerships. Generally Peugeot keys begin to exhibit issues when the blade of the key wears out. The wear causes the mouth of the key to stop feeding into the lock correctly which causes more wear on the locks themselves. The problem can be resolved by simply changing the blade. It may also be helpful to have the teeth of the key repaired so that they function more efficiently. Only a qualified auto locksmith is able to do this, but it can save you a lot of time and money in the future.