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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. There are many reasons the fob may stop working. This includes a dead coin-battery, water damage, receiver modules issues, and interference.

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Dead Coin Battery

The most frequent reason why your 500 key fob won't function is an inactive battery. Modern key fobs have a very limited range of operation, and must be within only a few feet from the vehicle to operate. If you're far from your car and hit the keyfob, it will not respond, and display the message "Key Fob Not Detected".

If this happens, simply replace the battery on your coin cell (Part number CR2032) with a fresh one from a reputable brand like Panasonic, Duracell, or Energizer. You can usually find them at your local hardware store or online.

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

If your key fob still doesn't work even after replacing the battery, it could be water damage that is preventing it from communicating with the module inside your vehicle. Water damage can occur in a variety of ways, such as a simple splash or submerging the key fob into saltwater at the beach. If you think your fob was exposed to water, you can place it in a bag of rice to draw out the moisture. If that doesn't work your fob is likely to need to be reset by an experienced locksmith or dealer.

Water Damage

While the fob has some rubber seals that keep water from the electronic chip inside, submerging it in the ocean or washing it in a machine can cause water damage. Saltwater is particularly dangerous to the circuit board of the fob which causes it to short out and eventually end up dying. It's not good to let the fob get wet however, don't give it up in the event that you accidentally drop it in the water or don't remove it from your pants pocket.

First, remove the battery. Before replacing the battery, clean the electronic chip with isopropyl, or a similar product. Check the fob to verify if it's working. If the fob doesn't work, it may need to be reprogrammed. This is usually done by an auto locksmith or dealer.

If the key is older and hasn't been programmed to your car it is likely to need to be replaced completely. A professional locksmith for automotive will be able to complete this process. The locksmith will require the key to be cut to match your car's ignition. They will also need to reprogram the fob for your vehicle's system. This is a quick and affordable process that can usually be completed on the same day.

Receiver Module Issues

Your 500 key fob may not work because it's out of range. The remote typically has an operating range of 30 feet or less, and if it's too far away from your car it won't respond to your commands. This can easily be resolved by moving closer to your vehicle until it starts responding.

If you've replaced the coin battery (commonly known as a "button" or "watch") and the fob won't work, it could have an internal circuit board issue. In the majority of cases, reprogramming your fob can resolve the issue. You can find the instructions for the majority of vehicles on YouTube or in the owner's guide.

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

In rare instances, the fob may become disconnected from your vehicle because of software or hardware issues. This could be a huge trouble, but you could usually resolve this issue by visiting an auto locksmith to reprogram your fob. In certain instances they might need to install the software again in your body control module too.

Interference

In addition to a dead coin battery, the key fob may not be receiving or transmitting signals due to interference. This may happen if the key fob is in close proximity to a radio transmitter such as a cell phone or radar detector. Other reasons why the key fob may not function may be a lack of connection to the buttons, damage to the internal chip, or water damage.

If your key fob suddenly stopped working, or if you have tried everything at home to fix it (e.g. You might have a damaged 500 receiver module if you've tried replacing the battery, reprogramming, or using a spare key fob. The receiver module is located under the dash and picks up the radio frequency signals from the key fob. Then, it converts them into electronic commands that the vehicle interprets.

There is a straightforward method to reset the 500's internal system including the keyfob. Disconnect fiat key fob for 15 minutes by removing first the negative cable, then the positive cable. Reconnect the battery. This will remove any remaining electric current, and also restart the computer of your car. This could help you get your key fob working again. If the issue continues it is recommended that you consult an expert certified technician. They can identify the root cause of any problems.