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How to Repair Fiat 500 Keys

There are a myriad of reasons your Fiat 500 key fob may cease to function. The tiny "watch" inside the key FOB can fail. It's an 3.3-volt lithium CR2032 and you can find it at a price of less than $3.


A locksmith is the best option to contact if you require a new car key for a classic Fiat model. United Locksmith offers this service and offers all the tools and parts required.

Keys

On the outside a Fiat key may appear simple however inside the casing is an electronic chip which communicates with the car's immobiliser system. If this chip is not present or programmed to the immobiliser system properly your car won't start. Car Keys Solutions can offer you dealer-grade equipment and technology to repair your Fiat key, even if the key has been damaged or lost.

A spare key is the best method to ensure your car is running in the event of a crisis or being locked out. Whether you need a standard blank or remote fob, we can help. We use the best quality blanks available and offer a fast turnaround to ensure you get back on the road as quickly as possible.

Some people choose to visit a Fiat Dealership to get a new key. We can provide the service faster and more affordable. We can also come to you, saving you the cost of towing your vehicle to the dealer. This can also cut down on the waiting period which is often up to 10 days at a dealer.

Remotes

Remote controls for Fiat vehicles are similar to the keys, but they have an IR (infrared) LED on the top. This LED sends an electronic signal to the device which opens or starts the vehicle when it is pressed. The microprocessor inside a key converts this signal into a code which is then sent to the device.

This is referred to as "keyless entry". The more recent your car is, the more likely to feature a keyless entry system. The more advanced your car is, the more features it will have. This includes locking and unlocking your car with the a push of a button or opening the doors without touching the handle, and so much more.

The key fob comes with an integrated circuit chip that communicates with the immobiliser system of the car. The system is able to determine whether the key is genuine by examining a specific sequence in the transponder. The vehicle will not start if the chip is missing or if it's not programmed to the correct immobiliser system.

A locksmith can repair the key fob if it's damaged. The locksmith will also have to program the new key to connect up with the immobiliser system of your car. It is recommended to give your locksmith information regarding your vehicle whenever they call.

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If you have an entry system that is keyless on your Fiat 500, you can lock and unlock the vehicle at any time with the push of the button. This technology is increasingly common across all cars which adds security and convenience to the use of your vehicle.

If your remote keyless entry system fails to work examine whether the battery for the coin in the fob is dead. If the battery is empty, replace it with a new one with the same voltage, size, and type as the original. It is also important to ensure that the contacts of the battery are free of dust or corrosion.

The rubber seals on the key fob are designed to protect the chip from water. However, prolonged exposure to soapy water or salty water can cause the chip to fail. If your key fob has been exposed to water, you must remove it and allow the battery to dry completely before replacing it. You can also clean the electronic chip using isopropyl, or electronic cleaner.

The keyless entry system is more secure than traditional systems, as it generates the code used to unlock your car after each use. This means that even if hackers do intercept the signal and attempt to access your car, they won't be able to gain access to your car.

Transponders

Fiat uses a crypto key transponder system this means that keys/transponders must be precoded by the Body Control Module before they are "programmed" in the BCM. This is the reason a blank unwritten key is not able to be programmed as the BCM has to read & write its secret key to the transponder before locking it. This is known as"cloning.

These are brand new replacement outer cases for OE SIP22 Transponder keys for Fiat 500. They have a chip inside that opens the doors and also starts the car. Locksmiths will need to cut the chip to fit your ignition.

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