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Reasons Your Fiat 500 Key Fob Won't Work

A Fiat 500 key fob makes it easy to open doors and start your vehicle. However, there are many reasons why the key fob might stop functioning. This includes a dead coin-battery, water damage, receiver modules issues, and interference.

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Dead Coin Battery

The most common reason your 500 key fob will not work is the battery is dead. Key fobs of today have limited operating range and must be within only a few inches from the vehicle in order to work. If you are further away from your vehicle and you press the keyfob button it will not respond, and display the message "Key Fob Not Detected".

If this happens, replace the battery of your coin cell (Part number CR2032) with a brand new one from a reputable brand such as Panasonic, Duracell, or Energizer. You can find them at your local hardware store or online.

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

If your key fob isn't working after replacing the battery, it might be water damage that prevents it from connecting to the module inside your vehicle. Water damage can happen in a variety of ways, such as the simple splash or submerging the key fob into saltwater at the beach. If you suspect that your fob was exposed to water, place it in a bag of rice to draw out the moisture. If this fails, you'll need to have your fob reset by an auto locksmith or a dealer.

Water Damage

Although the fob is equipped with rubber seals to keep water from the electronic chip inside and out of the ocean or washing it in a machine can cause water damage. Saltwater is especially dangerous to the fob's circuit board, causing it to short out and eventually end up dying. If you get the fob wet, it's not a good idea but if you accidentally drop it into an empty cup of water, or fail to take it out of your pants pocket prior to running the washing machine do not give up hope.

First, remove the battery. Clean the electronic chip with isopropyl alcohol or another similar product and then dry it thoroughly before replacing the battery. Then, test the fob to test if it works. If the key doesn't work, it might need to be reprogrammed. This is usually handled by a professional or dealer auto locksmith.

If the key you have is older and is not programmed for your vehicle it is necessary to replace it completely. A professional locksmith for automotive can do this job. The locksmith will need the key cut to match your car's ignition. The locksmith will also need to reprogram the fob into the vehicle's system. This is an affordable and fast process that can be completed within the same day.

Receiver Module Issues

Your 500 key fob may be inoperable because it's out of range. The remote has a range of 30 feet, which means in the event that you are far from your car it won't be able to respond to your commands. You can easily remedy this by moving your remote closer to your vehicle until it responds.

If your fob isn't working after you replace the coin battery, also known as a "button", "watch" or "button" it could be due to a problem with the internal circuit board. In the majority of cases, reprogramming your fob will fix the issue. You can find instructions on how to do this on the majority of automobiles by searching YouTube or looking through the owner's manual.

It is sometimes necessary to replace the metal clips that hold the coin batteries in place. If they lose tension it could prevent the coin battery from being properly seated and result in the malfunction of your remote.

In rare instances, the fob could be out of the vehicle's sync because of hardware or software issues. This could cause a significant trouble, but you could frequently fix this issue by visiting a local dealer or auto locksmith to have them reprogram your fob. In some instances, the software may also require reinstallation to your body control modules.

Interference

In addition to a dead battery on a coin, the key fob may not be able to receive or transmit an signal due to interference. This can happen when the key fob is located near an electronic radio transmitter (cell phones and radar detectors) or another source of electromagnetic radiation. Other reasons the key fob might not work include a poor connection to the buttons or damage to the internal chip or water damage.

If your key fob suddenly stopped working, or if you've tried everything at home to fix it (e.g. You may have a faulty 500 receiver module after you've tried replacing the battery, reprogramming, or using a spare key fob. The receiver module, which is located beneath the dashboard, detects radio frequency signals from your 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 12 volt battery for about 15 minutes, by disconnecting the negative cable first then the positive cable. Then, reconnect the battery. This will remove any remaining electricity and then restart the car's computers, which can help you get your key fob working again. If spare fiat 500 key continues, you should speak with an expert technician. They can identify the exact cause of issues.