Reasons Your fiat key replacement near me 500 Key Fob Won't Work

A key fob for the fiat 500 car key replacement 500 allows you to easily open doors and start your car. There are a variety of reasons why the fob may stop working. This includes a dead coin-battery water damage, problems with the receiver modules, and interference.

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Dead Coin Battery

A dead battery is probably the most common reason for your 500 key fob not functioning. Modern key fobs have a limited range of operation, and should be within a few feet of the car to operate. If you are further away from your vehicle, and you hit the keyfob, it will not respond, and display the message "Key Fob Not Detected".

If this happens then replace the battery for your coin-cell (Part Number CR2032) by a fresh one from a reputable brand such as Panasonic Duracell or Energizer. You can usually find them in your local hardware store, or online.

You can test the battery in the coin-cell by pressing the buttons while you are standing close to your Fiat 500. The parking lights will flash and the key fob should operate the lock and unlock switches.

If the fob's key doesn't function after replacing the battery, it might be damaged by water, which prevents it from connecting to the receiver module inside your car. Water damage can occur in many ways, including an easy splash or submerging the key fob saltwater at the beach. If you suspect that your fob was exposed to water, put it in a dry rice bag to pull the moisture back out. If this doesn't work your fob is likely to require reprogramming by an experienced auto locksmith or by the dealer.

Water Damage

Water damage can occur when you immerse the fob into the ocean or wash it in a washing machine. Saltwater is particularly dangerous to the circuit board of the fob that can cause it to short out and eventually die. It's not the best idea to let the fob get wet, but don't give it up even if you accidentally drop the fob in the water or don't remove it from your pants pocket.

First remove the battery from the fob. Clean the electronic chip with isopropyl alcohol or a similar product and dry it completely before replacing the battery. Check the fob again to determine if it's working. If the key isn't working it could need to be reprogrammed. This is usually handled by an auto locksmith or dealer.

If the key is a newer model and was not programmed to your car it is likely to need to be replaced completely. A professional locksmith for automotive can carry out this simple task. The locksmith will require the key to be cut to match the car's ignition. They'll also need to reprogram the fob in the car's system. This is a quick and inexpensive process that can be completed in the same day.

Receiver Module Issues

One of the most common reasons your 500 key fob might stop working is because it's out of range. The remote has a range of 30 feet. Therefore, if you are too far from your car it won't be able to respond to your commands. It's easy to remedy this by moving your remote closer to your lost car keys fiat until it responds.

If your fob won't work after replacing the battery in the coin, also known as a "button", "watch" or "button" it may be due to a malfunction on the internal circuit board. In the majority of cases, reprogramming your fob will resolve this issue. You can find the instructions on how to start fiat 500 without key [Read More Listed here] to do this on the majority of automobiles by searching YouTube or checking out the owner's manual.

It may be necessary to replace the clips made of metal that hold the coin batteries in the correct position. If they lose tension it can prevent the battery from sitting properly and cause your remote to malfunction.

In rare cases the fob might be out of alignment with your vehicle because of software or hardware problems. This issue can be fixed by visiting your local auto-locksmith or dealer to reprogram your key fob. In some cases they might need to reinstall the software in your body control module as well.

Interference

Interference can also cause the key fob not to receive or transmit the signal. This could happen if the key fob is close to a radio transmitter (cell phones or radar detectors) or another source of electromagnetic radiation. The key fob could not function because of a weak connection with the buttons, water damage or damage to the internal chips.

If your key fob suddenly stopped working, or if you've tried everything at home to solve the issue (e.g. battery replacement, reprogramming and using the spare key fob, you may have a malfunctioning 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 them into electronic commands that the vehicle interprets.

There's a simple method to reset the 500's on-board system, including the keyfob. Disconnect the battery 12 volt for about 15 minutes, by removing the negative cable and then the positive cable. Then reconnect the battery. This will remove any remaining electricity, and restart the computer in your car. This can help get your key fob to function again. If the problem persists, you should consult a certified technician. They will be able to identify the exact cause of any issues.