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How to Repair Fiat 500 Keys

There are a few reasons your Fiat 500 key FOB may not function properly. The tiny "watch" inside the key FOB can fail. This is an 3.3 Volt lithium, CR2032, that can be purchased almost anyplace for less than $3.

If you require a new key for an older Fiat model, a locksmith is the one to call. United Locksmith offers this service and comes with all the tools and spare parts needed.

Keys

On the outside, a Fiat key may seem basic but inside the casing is an electronic chip that communicates with your vehicle's immobiliser system. If this chip is not in place or programmed to the immobiliser system correctly then your vehicle will not start. Luckily, fiat punto key fob replacement are able to provide standard dealer technology and equipment that will ensure your Fiat key can be repaired the damage it sustained or has been lost.

Having a spare key is the best method to ensure your car is running in the event of a crisis or being locked out. We can supply you with a standard blank key or remote fob. We use the highest quality blanks available and offer rapid turnaround time to ensure you get back on the road quickly.

A few people choose to visit a Fiat Dealership when they require a new ignition key, however we can offer a lower cost and quicker service. We can also come to you and save you the expense of towing your car to the dealer. This can also decrease the waiting time, which can last up to 10 days at a dealer.

Remotes

Remote controls for Fiat vehicles look similar to the keys, but they have an IR (infrared) LED on the bottom. The LED sends a signal to the device which opens or starts the car when you press. The microprocessor in the key converts the signal into a code which is then transmitted to the device.

This process is called "keyless entry". The more modern your car is, and the more likely it is that you have an electronic keypad. The more advanced your car has, the more features will have. This includes everything from locking and unlocking your car using a button to opening the doors without having to touch the door handle, and many more.

The key fob contains an integrated circuit chip that connects to the immobiliser system of the car. The system can determine if the key is correct by checking a certain sequence of the transponder. The vehicle will not start in the event of a chip being missing or when it's not programmed with the correct immobiliser system.

A locksmith can replace the key fob in case it's damaged. The locksmith will also have to program the new key to sync with the immobiliser system in the car. You should be prepared to give your locksmith information about your vehicle when they call.

Keyless Entry

With the keyless entry option on your Fiat 500 you can lock or unlock the car at the touch of an button. This technology is becoming more common in all cars of all kinds and ages and adds convenience and security to your car's use.

If your remote keyless entry system ceases to function, check to see whether the battery in the fob has gone dead. If the battery is drained replace it with a new one that has the same voltage, size and type as the original. You should also make sure that the battery's contacts are free of dust or corrosion.

The key fob is fitted with rubber seals to protect the chip from water, however, prolonged exposure to soapy or salty water could cause the chip to fail. If your key fob has been exposed to water, you must remove the battery and allow it to dry completely before putting it back in. You can also clean the electronic component using isopropyl or an electronic cleaner.

While some people may believe that keyless entry isn't as secure, the system is actually more secure than traditional systems because the code that unlocks your vehicle is rolled back after every use. This means that even if hackers attempt to intercept the signal that they receive, they will not be able to gain permanent access to your vehicle.

Transponders

Fiat utilizes a crypto-key transponder system which means that keys/transponders need to be precoded by the Body Control Module before they are "programmed" within the BCM. This is the reason why an unwritten key cannot be programmed, because the BCM has to read & write its secret key to the transponder, then lock it. This process is referred to as the cloning.





These are new replacement outer case OE SIP22 transponder keys that fit your fiat 500. They have a chip inside that unlocks the doors and opens the car. They must be professionally cut by a locksmith to fit your ignition.