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

A key fob for the Fiat 500 is a great way to open the doors and begin the car. There are a myriad of reasons the fob may stop working. This could be due to a dead coin-battery or water damage, issues with the receiver module, and interference.

This listing is for an NEW replacement fiat spare key Flip Key Remote that looks like the Ilco brand. It needs to be professionally programmed (click here to find local locksmiths for your vehicle). It includes trunk, lock and unlock buttons.

Dead Coin Battery

A dead battery is the most common reason for your 500 key fob being inoperative. Modern key fobs come with a restricted operating range, and should be within some feet of the vehicle in order to function. If you're far away from your vehicle and you press the key fob button, the car will not respond, and will display the "Key Fob Not Detected" message in the instrument cluster.

If this occurs you need to replace the battery of your coin-cell (Part Number CR2032) with a new battery from a reputable brand such as Panasonic Duracell or Energizer. You can typically find them at your local hardware store or on the internet.

After you've replaced the battery in the coin cell It is possible to test it by standing near your fiat doblo replacement key 500 and pressing the buttons. The car will flash its parking lights and the key fob should be able to operate the lock and unlock buttons.

If the fob's remote doesn't function after replacing the battery, it could have water damage that prevents it from connecting to the receiver module inside your vehicle. Water damage can occur in a number of ways, ranging from a light splash to submerging the fob into salt water at the beach. If you suspect that your fob was exposed to water, put it in a rice bag to draw out the moisture. If this doesn't work, you will have to get your fob changed by an auto locksmith or a dealer.

Water Damage

The fob does have rubber seals to keep water out of 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 which causes it to short out and eventually die. It's not a good idea to let the fob get wet however, but don't give it up even if you accidentally drop the fob in water, or fail to remove it from your 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. Then check the fob to verify if it is working. If the key isn't working, it may have to be reprogrammed. This is usually handled by a dealer or professional auto locksmith.

If the key is more recent and has never been programmed to your vehicle it is likely to need to be replaced completely. A professional locksmith in the automotive industry will be able to complete this process. The locksmith will need the key to be cut to match the car's ignition. The locksmith also needs to reprogram the fob into the lost car keys fiat's system. This is a fast and inexpensive process which can be completed in the next day.

Receiver Module Issues

Your 500 key fob may stop working because it is out of range. The remote has a range of 30 feet. So in the event that you are far from your car it won't respond to your commands. This can be fixed by moving it closer to your vehicle until it begins responding.

If you've replaced the battery on your coin (commonly called"button" or "button" or "watch") and your fob still won't work it could be due to an internal circuit board issue. Reprogramming your fob can resolve this problem. The instructions are available for most vehicles on YouTube or in the owner's guide.

It is possible to replace the clips made of metal that hold the coin batteries in place. If they become loose, it can prevent your coin battery from sitting properly and cause your remote to malfunction.

In rare cases the fob can become out of alignment with your vehicle because of hardware or software problems. It is possible to fix this issue by visiting your local dealer or auto-locksmith to reprogram your key fob. In certain instances it may be necessary to install the software again in your body control module too.

Interference

Interference can also cause the key fob to not be able to receive or transmit an signal. This is possible when the key fob is near the radio transmitter (cell phones, radar detectors) or another source of electromagnetic radiation. Other reasons the key fob may not function include a poor connection to the buttons or damage to the internal chip, or water damage.

If the key fob has failed to work one day in the middle of the night and you've tried every option at home to resolve it e.g. You may have a faulty 500 receiver module in the event that you've tried replacing the battery, reprogramming it, or using a spare key fob. The receiver module, near located beneath the dashboard, picks up radio frequency signals from your key fob. It transforms the signals into electronic commands which 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. Reconnect the battery. This will erase any remaining electric current, and also restart the computer in your car. This could help you get your key fob to function again. If the issue persists you should seek out an expert certified technician. They'll be able determine the root of your issues.