Reasons Your Fiat 500 Key Fob Won't Work

A Fiat 500 key fob allows you to easily open doors and start your vehicle. There are a myriad of reasons the fob could stop working. This could be due to a dead battery water damage, receiver modules issues, and interference.

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Dead Coin Battery

A dead battery is the most frequent cause of your 500 key fob that isn't working. Modern key fobs only have only a limited range of operation and must be within just a few inches of the vehicle to function. If you're not close to your vehicle, and you press the key fob button, the car will not respond, and will display a "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 of a trusted brand like Panasonic Duracell or Energizer. You can usually find them in your local hardware store or on the internet.

After you've changed the battery on the coin cell, you can test it by standing close to your Fiat 500 and pressing the buttons. The car will flash its parking lights, and the key fob should work the lock and unlock buttons.

If the fob's remote doesn't work after replacing the battery, it might have water damage that prevents it from connecting to the receiver module inside your vehicle. Water damage can occur in a variety of ways, such as the simple splash or submerging the key fob saltwater at the beach. If you suspect that your fob has been exposed to water, you can place it in a bag of rice to draw out the moisture. If that doesn't work the fob might need to be reprogrammed by a professional locksmith or dealer.

Water Damage

Damage to the water supply can occur if you submerge the fob in the ocean or wash it in a washer. Saltwater can be particularly harmful to the fob's circuit board and can cause it to short out and eventually die. The fob getting wet is not an option but if you drop it into a cup of water or fail to take it out of your pants pocket prior to running the washer, don't give up hope.

First take the battery off the fob. Before replacing the battery clean the electronic chip with isopropyl or a similar product. Check the fob to determine if it's working. If the key doesn't function, it may need to be reprogrammed. This is usually handled by an auto locksmith or dealer.

If your key is old and is not programmed for your vehicle it is necessary to replace it completely. This is a simple process which can be accomplished by a professional automotive locksmith. The locksmith will require the key cut to match your car's ignition. They'll also need to reprogram the fob in your vehicle's system. It's a simple and cost-effective process that is usually completed the next day.

Receiver Module Issues

One of the main reasons why your 500 key fob may stop functioning is because it's out of range. The remote's range is of 30 feet, which means when you're too far away from your vehicle it will not respond to your commands. You can easily fix this by moving the remote closer to your car until it responds.

If your fob does not work after you replace the battery inside the coin, which is also called a "button", "watch" or "button" it could be due to an issue with the circuit board inside. In the majority of cases, reprogramming your fob can resolve the issue. You can find directions on how to do this on the majority of vehicles by searching YouTube or checking out the owner's manual.

It is possible to replace the metal retaining clips that hold the battery of your coin in place. If they loose tension it can prevent the battery from being properly seated and cause your remote to malfunction.

In rare instances, the fob could be out of the vehicle's sync because of hardware or software problems. This can be a major problem, but you can frequently fix this issue by visiting a local dealer or auto locksmith to have them reprogram your fob for you. In some instances, they may need to reinstall the program in your body control module, too.

Interference

In addition to a dead battery on a coin The key fob may not be able to receive or transmit the signal due to interference. This could happen when the keyfob is located in close proximity to a radio transmitter, like a cell phone or radar detector. The key fob may not function because of a problem with the buttons, water damage or damage to the internal chips.

If the key fob stopped working one day suddenly and you've tried everything you can at home to resolve it e.g. You could have a malfunctioning 500 receiver module if you've tried replacing the battery, reprogramming, and using an alternative key fob. The receiver module is located under the dash and is able to pick up the radio frequency signals from the key fob. It converts them into electronic commands that the vehicle interprets.

There's a quick and easy way to reset the 500's internal system, including the keyfob. Disconnect the battery for 15 minutes by taking off first the negative cable and then the positive cable. Reconnect the battery. This will remove any remaining electricity and then restart the car's computers. This could help the key fob to function again. If the issue continues it is recommended that you consult an expert technician. They'll be able identify the root cause of your problems.