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Reasons Your Fiat 500 Key Fob Won't Work

A key fob for Fiat 500 makes it easy to open doors and start your vehicle. However, there are many reasons the fob could stop working. This could be due to a dead coin battery damaged receiver module, water damage issues, and interference.

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Dead Coin Battery

The most frequent reason why the 500 key fob won't work is an inactive battery. Modern key fobs offer limited operating range and must be within only a few inches from the vehicle to function. 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 in the coin cell (Part number CR2032) with a fresh one from a reputable brand such as Panasonic, Duracell, or Energizer. You can find them at your local hardware store, or on the internet.

After you've replaced the battery in the coin cell You can test it by standing in front of your Fiat 500 and pressing the buttons. The parking lights will flash and the key fob will operate the lock and unlock switches.

If the key fob won't work after replacing the battery, it might have water damage that stops it from communicating with the receiver module inside your car. Water damage can occur in a number of ways, from small splashes to submerging the fob into salt water 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 that doesn't work your fob will probably need to be reprogrammed by a professional locksmith or dealer.

Water Damage

While the fob has some rubber seals that keep water from the electronic chip inside the device, submerging it into the ocean or washing it in a machine can cause water damage. Saltwater poses a particular risk to the fob's circuit board, causing it to short out and eventually die. It's not the best idea to submerge the fob in water, but don't give it up if you accidentally drop it in water or fail to take it out of your pocket.

First remove the battery from the fob. Clean the electronic chip with isopropyl alcohol or another similar product and then dry it completely before replacing the battery. Test the fob next to determine if it's functioning. If the fob doesn't work, it may have to be reprogrammed. This is usually handled by a professional or dealer auto locksmith.

If the key is a newer model and hasn't been programmed to your vehicle, it will likely need to be replaced completely. A professional locksmith for cars can carry out this simple task. The locksmith will require the key to be cut to match your car's ignition. They will also need to reprogram the fob to the car's system. This is a simple and cost-effective process that can be completed in the next day.

Receiver Module Issues

Your 500 key fob may be inoperable 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 starts responding.

If your fob doesn't work after replacing the battery in the coin, also called a "button", "watch" or "button", it could be due to an issue with the internal circuit board. In the majority of cases, reprogramming your fob can resolve the problem. There are instructions on how to do this on the majority of automobiles by searching YouTube or checking out the owner's manual.

It is possible to replace the clips made of metal that hold the coin batteries in place. If they lose tension it could prevent your coin battery from sitting properly, causing your remote to malfunction.

In rare cases the fob can become out of sync with your vehicle because due to hardware or software issues. This can cause a major trouble, but you could often fix this by visiting a local dealer or auto locksmith to reprogram your fob. In certain situations it may be necessary to reinstall the program in your body control module, as well.

Interference

Interference can also cause the key fob to not be able to receive or transmit the signal. This could occur if the key fob is in proximity to the radio transmitter (cell phones and radar detectors) or another source of electromagnetic radiation. The key fob could not function because of a problem to the buttons, water damage or damage to the internal chips.

If the key fob been unable to function for a while suddenly and you've tried everything you can at home to fix it e.g. replacing batteries, reprogramming or using the spare key fob, you might have a malfunctioning receiver module on your 500. The receiver module, located under the dashboard, detects radio frequency signals from your key fob. It then converts them into electronic commands that the vehicle interprets.

Fortunately, there's replacement fiat key to reset all of the on-board systems in your 500 keys, including the key fob. Disconnect the battery for 15 minutes, removing first the negative cable and then the positive cable. Then reconnect the battery. This will eliminate any residual electricity and restart the car's computers, which can help get your key fob working again. If the issue continues you should speak with a certified technician. They will be able to determine the root of your problem.