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Reasons Your Fiat 500 Key Fob Won't Work A key fob for Fiat 500 allows you to easily open doors and start your vehicle. There are a variety of reasons why the fob may stop working. This could be due to a dead coin battery damage to the receiver module, water issues, and interference. This listing is for a NEW replacement Fiat Flip Key Remote - an exact replica of the Ilco brand that needs to be programmed professionally by a local automotive locksmith (click here to search for a Locksmith Search). It comes with lock, unlock and trunk buttons. Dead Coin Battery The most common reason your 500 key fob won't function is due to a dead battery. Key fobs of today have an operating range that is limited and must be within a few inches of your vehicle in order to function. If you're not close to your vehicle and press the key fob button the car won't be able to respond, and will display a "Key Fob Not Detected" message in the instrument cluster. If this happens, replace the coin cell battery (Part number CR2032) by a new one from a reputable brand like Panasonic, Duracell, or Energizer. They can be found in the local hardware store or online.
If your key fob still doesn't work even after replacing the battery, there may be water damage which hinders it from connecting to the module in your vehicle. Water damage can occur in a number of ways, ranging from small splashes to submerging the fob salt water at the beach. If you believe your fob was exposed to water, place it in a rice bag to draw out the moisture. If this doesn't work, the fob might require reprogramming by an experienced auto locksmith or dealer. Water Damage While the fob has some rubber seals that keep water from the electronic chip inside and out of the ocean or washing it in a machine could cause water damage. Saltwater is especially dangerous to the fob's circuit board and can cause it to short out and eventually die. The fob getting wet is not a good idea but if you drop it into the water in a cup or do not remember to remove it from your pants pocket prior to running the washing machine do not give up hope. Remove the battery first. Clean the electronic chip using isopropyl or a similar product and then dry it thoroughly before replacing the battery. Test the fob next to determine if it's functioning. If the key doesn't function it could need to be changed. This is usually done by an auto locksmith or dealer. If your key is older and has not been programmed for your car, you will need to replace it completely. This is a simple procedure that can be handled by a professional automotive locksmith. The locksmith will need to cut the key to match the ignition in your vehicle. The locksmith will also have to reprogram your fob in the vehicle's system. This is a quick and affordable process that is usually completed in the same day. Receiver Module Issues The 500 key fob you have may not work because it's out of range. The remote usually has an operating range of 30 feet or less and if it's far away from your car it will not respond to your commands. This can be fixed by moving it closer to your vehicle until it begins responding. If your fob won't work after replacing the coin battery, also known as a "button", "watch" or "button" It could be a problem with the internal circuit board. In most cases, reprogramming the fob will fix the problem. You can find the instructions on how to do this for all vehicles by searching YouTube or consulting the owner's manual. It is possible to replace the metal clips that hold the coin batteries in the correct position. If they lose tension, it could prevent your coin battery from being properly seated, causing your remote to malfunction. In rare cases, the fob may become disconnected from your vehicle due to software or hardware issues. https://www.g28carkeys.co.uk/fiat-car-key-replacements-near-me/ could be a huge trouble, but you could frequently fix this issue by visiting an auto locksmith to have them reprogram your fob for you. In certain situations, they may need to reinstall the software on your body control module too. Interference Interference can also cause the key fob to be unable to receive or transmit signals. This is possible when the key fob is near an electronic radio transmitter (cell phones, radar detectors) or another source of electromagnetic radiation. The key fob may not function due to a poor connection to the buttons water damage or damage to the internal chips. If the key fob has stopped working one day out of the blue, or after trying everything you can do at home to resolve it e.g. replacing the battery, reprogramming it and using the spare key fob, you might have a damaged receiver module on your 500. The receiver module is located under the dash and receives the radio frequency signals from the key fob. It converts the signals into electronic commands that are then translated by the vehicle. There's a simple method to reset the 500's on-board system, including the keyfob. Disconnect the battery for 15 minutes, removing first the negative cable, then the positive cable. Then reconnect the battery. This will remove any remaining electric current, and also restart the computer in your car. This will help you get your key fob working again. If the issue persists, you should seek the advice of an expert technician. They will be able to identify the root cause of any problems. |
