Fiat 500 Replacement Key Fob

If your remote key fob has stopped working, it may be time to replace the battery. If you do replace the battery but it continues to stop working then the issue could be elsewhere.

United Locksmith specializes in the production of new locked keys in car boot fiat punto for classic vehicles. We have all the tools and components needed to provide this service.

Dead Coin Battery

A dead battery is the primary reason for your lost fiat 500 key 500 keyfob not locking or unlocking the doors. The battery of the coin cell inside the key fob will deplete quickly if you don't use it often enough. If your remote began to show signs of weakness like a loss of range and stopped working completely the battery could be dead.

Metal clips keep the battery in inside the key fob. If the clips are not tight, they can create contact problems that will prevent the remote from receiving power. Use a flathead screwdriver open the retaining clips and remove the battery. Make sure to use a battery with the same size, voltage and specifications as the original.

The key fob could also be damaged or corroded by exposure to water. Even a brief bath in soapy, warm water could cause damage to the chip. Keep your key fob dry.

Water Damage

Water damage could be the reason behind your key fob not working properly. Key fobs are fitted with rubber seals that prevent them from being damaged by rain or a splash of water, but it is vital to keep your car keys safe from the pool, ocean, and the washing machine!

The key fob contains an electronic chip which sends a message to the immobilizer of your car. The chip allows the 500 to start and lock. If it gets wet it will cease to work.

You can try cleaning the inside of your key fob's electronics with isopropyl Alcohol or an electronic cleaner to determine whether they're still functioning. It is best to replace a key fob if it's submerged in salt water instead of trying to fix it yourself.

While a replacement fob might cost a little money, it's a lot cheaper than having to pay for your fiat 500 key 500 to be towed to the dealership and repaired! In addition, you can do it yourself with only a few steps. Be sure to use the correct type of battery before you attempt to open your key fob. There are step-by-step directions for any key fob in your car online.

Faulty Chip

The chip inside the key fob communicates with the immobiliser of your car to ensure that the vehicle will start only when the correct keys are used. If the chip is damaged, or corrupted the car won't start, no matter what you do.

Damage to the water or a dead battery are the two most common causes of an unreliable chip. It is best to hand over the task to a professional locksmith who can replace the chip in a short time and at a an affordable price.

If your key fob does not work after being exposed to clean tap or rain water take it off the battery. Clean the electronic component with a paper towel. If the key fob will not work, there is the possibility that it's an issue with the component and requires to be replaced.

A few people turn to their dealer when in need of a new Fiat key fob, but this is a costly alternative. United Locksmith is the best choice if you would like to have your fiat 500 Replacement key near Me keyfob fixed at a reasonable price. We have all the tools and experience needed to repair your fiat car key cutting fob in a professional and timely way.

Faulty Receiver Module

Fiat key fobs transmit an electronic signal to the vehicle which will unlock and close doors (and start the car for vehicles with an automatic transmission) up to 50 feet. However there are some things that can cause the fob to stop working. This includes a dead battery or water damage, worn out buttons, a receiver issue, signal interference or malfunctioning chips.

If the fob was located in the pocket that has been subject to severe trauma (such as being dropped onto a hard floor or being washed in a washing machine) the fob might not be in a position to communicate with the Body Control Module (BCM) of the vehicle. The BCM is a security device that can only accept signals from genuine keys.

If this is the case, then you have to replace your fob. A professional locksmith can take care of every aspect of the key replacement procedure and even program a new one for your 500. They can even give you an identical fob that functions the same as the original (and costs just less than the cost).