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Reasons Your fiat key programming 500 Key Fob Won't Work

A key fob for the Fiat 500 allows you to easily open doors and start your car. However, there are numerous reasons why the key fob might stop functioning. This could be due to a dead battery or water damage, problems with the receiver modules, and interference.

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Dead Coin Battery

A dead battery is probably the most common reason for your 500 key fob not working. Modern key fobs have a very restricted operating range, and must be within a few feet of the car to operate. If you're far away from your vehicle and press the key fob button the car won't respond and will display the "Key Fob Not Detected" message in the instrument cluster.

If this happens If this happens, replace the battery in the coin-cell (Part Number CR2032) by a new one from a reputable brand like Panasonic Duracell or Energizer. You can usually find them in your local hardware store or Download free online.

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

If the fob's remote doesn't function after replacing the battery, it might have water damage that prevents it from connecting to the receiver module in your car. Water damage can happen in a variety of ways, such as simply splashing or submerging the key fob into saltwater at the beach. If you think your fob was exposed to water, put it in a bag of rice to draw out the moisture. If this doesn't work the fob might require reprogramming by an experienced locksmith or dealer.

Water Damage

Water damage can occur if you submerge the fob in the ocean, or wash it in a washer. Saltwater is especially dangerous to the fob's circuit board, causing it to short out and eventually die. It's not good to soak the fob in water however, don't give it up if you accidentally drop it in water or fail to remove it from your pocket.

First remove the battery from the fob. Before replacing the battery, clean the electronic chip using isopropyl or a similar product. Then check the fob to see if it works. If the fob doesn't work, it may have to be changed. This is usually done by an auto locksmith or dealer.

If the key you have is older and is not programmed to work with your vehicle it is necessary to replace it completely. A professional locksmith for cars can complete this simple process. The locksmith must cut the key to match the ignition of your car. The locksmith also needs to reprogram the fob into the vehicle's system. It's a simple and affordable process which can be completed on the same day.

Receiver Module Issues

One of the simplest reasons why your 500 key fob could stop working is because it's out of range. The remote usually has an area of 30 feet or less and if it's far away from your car it won't respond to your commands. It is possible to remedy this by moving your remote closer to your vehicle until it responds.

If your fob doesn't work after replacing the battery in the coin, also known as a "button", "watch" or "button" or "button", it could be due to a problem with the internal circuit board. In most cases, reprogramming the fob will solve the problem. You can find the instructions for most vehicles on YouTube or in the owner's guide.

It may be necessary to replace the clips made of metal that hold the coin batteries in place. If they lose tension, it can prevent the battery from being seated properly and cause your remote to malfunction.

In rare cases it is possible that the fob will become desync'd with your vehicle because of software or hardware issues. It is possible to fix this issue by visiting your local auto-locksmith or dealer to reprogram your key fob. In some cases they may have to install the software again in your body control module, too.

Interference

Interference can also cause the key fob to not receive or transmit a signal. This can happen when the key fob is near a radio transmitter (cell phones or radar detectors) or another source of electromagnetic radiation. Other reasons the key fob may not function may be a lack of connection to the buttons and internal chip or water damage.

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

Fortunately, there's an easy method to reset all of the onboard systems in your 500 and include the key fob. Disconnect the 12 volt battery for approximately 15 minutes by removing the negative cable first then the positive cable. Then reconnect the battery. This will clear any residual electrical charge, and then restart the car's computer. This could help you get your key fob to work again. If the problem persists it is recommended that you consult an experienced technician. They'll be able diagnose the exact cause of your problems.