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How to Repair Fiat 500 Keys
There are a variety of reasons why your Fiat 500 key fob may stop working. The small "watch" inside the key FOB is often dead. This is an 3.3 voltage lithium, CR2032, is available anywhere for under $3.
If you require the replacement key for an older Fiat model, a locksmith is the one to call. United Locksmith can provide this service and will have the tools and spare parts required.
Keys
On the outside, a Fiat key might appear basic however inside the casing is an electronic chip that communicates with your vehicle's immobiliser system. If the chip isn't present, or not programmed correctly to the immobiliser, your vehicle isn't able to start. Car Keys Solutions can offer you standard equipment and technology from dealers to repair your Fiat key, regardless of whether the key is damaged or lost.
A spare key will keep your vehicle operating in the event of an accident or lockout. We can provide you with a standard blank key or a remote fob. We use the highest quality blanks and provide rapid turnaround time to ensure you are back on the road quickly.
Some people prefer to visit a Fiat Dealership in order to obtain new keys. We can provide a quicker and cheaper service. We can also come to you, saving you the cost of towing your vehicle to the dealer. thekeylab.co.uk can also cut out the waiting time, which can be as long as 10 days for dealers.
Remotes
The remote controls for Fiat cars look like the keys themselves, with the exception that they have an IR (infrared) LED on the bottom. This LED sends an IR signal to the device which can open or start the car when the button is pressed. The signal is detected by a microprocessor located in the key which converts it into a code that is then transmitted to the device.
This process is called "keyless entry". The more recent your car is, the more likely it will be to have a keyless entry system. The more advanced your vehicle is, the more features it will come with. This includes everything from locking and unlocking your car using a button to unlocking the doors without having to actually touch the door handle, and more.
The key fob has an integrated circuit chip that connects to the immobiliser system of the car. The system is able to determine if the key is correct by checking a particular sequence of the transponder. The vehicle will not start if the chip is missing or in the event that it is not programmed to the right immobiliser system.
If the key fob is damaged, a locksmith can create a replacement. They'll also need to program the new key to sync with the immobiliser of the car. This is an essential part of the procedure, and you should be prepared to give information about your vehicle to the locksmith if they contact you.
Keyless Entry
With a keyless entry on your Fiat 500 you can lock or unlock the car at the touch of the button. This technology is becoming increasingly popular in all kinds of vehicles which adds security and convenience to the usage of your car.
If your remote keyless entry system ceases to function Check to see whether the battery inside the fob has died. If the battery is empty replace it with a new one that is of the same size, voltage and type as the original. Also, make sure that the battery's contacts are free of corrosion or dust.
The rubber seals on the key fob guard the electronic chip from water. However prolonged exposure to soapy water or salty water could 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 with isopropyl alcohol or an electronic cleaner.
Although some may think that keyless entry is less secure, this system is actually more secure than other systems because the code used to unlock your car is rolled away after each use. This means that even if hackers are able to intercept the signal that they receive, they will not be able to gain access to your vehicle.
Transponders
Fiat uses a crypto keys transponder, which means that keys and transponders have to be precoded with a secret code generated by the Body Control Module (BCM) before being "programmed" into the BCM. A blank key that is not programmed can't be programmed because the BCM must read and write the secret key to the transponder before locking it. This is known as cloning.
These are brand new replacement outer case OE SIP22 transponder keys to your Fiat 500. They contain a chip that unlocks the doors and opens the car. They will need to be cut professionally by a locksmith so that they fit your ignition.