How to Repair Fiat 500 Keys

There are many reasons why your Fiat 500 key FOB may stop working. One of the most common is when the small "watch" battery that's inside dies. It's an 3.3-volt lithium CR2032, and you can get it anywhere for less than $3.

A locksmith is the ideal source to call if you require a new car key for an old Fiat model. United Locksmith can provide this service and can provide the tools and spare parts required.

Keys

On the outside a fiat 500 key fob replacement key may seem basic, however inside the case 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 will not be able start. Car Keys Solutions can offer you dealer-standard equipment and technology to repair your Fiat key, regardless of whether the key is damaged or lost.

A spare key can keep your vehicle operating in the event of an accident or lockout. We can supply you with a standard key or remote fob. We use the highest quality blanks that are available and offer an immediate turnaround time so that you get back on the road in a hurry.

Some customers prefer to visit a Fiat Dealership to get a new key. We can offer the service faster and more affordable. We can also come to you, saving you the cost of towing your car to the dealer. This will also reduce the waiting time which can last up to 10 days at a dealer.

Remotes

Remote controls for fiat punto key replacement vehicles are similar to the keys themselves, except they feature an IR (infrared) LED on the other end. The LED transmits an electronic signal to the device, which opens or starts the vehicle when it is pressed. The microprocessor in a key converts the signal into a code, which is then sent to device.

This method is referred to as "keyless entry". The more recent your vehicle is, the more likely you will have keysless entry. The more modern your vehicle equipped with, the more features it will probably have with it. This includes everything from locking and unlocking the vehicle with a single press and opening the doors without having to reach the door handle and many more.

The key fob is equipped with an integrated circuit chip which communicates with the immobiliser system in the car. The system is able to determine if the key is correct by checking a particular sequence of the transponder. If the chip is not present, or if it is not programmed to the correct immobiliser system, the vehicle will not start.

A locksmith can repair the key fob in case it's damaged. The locksmith will also need to program the new key to sync with the immobiliser system in the car. You must be prepared to provide your locksmith's details about your vehicle when they call.

Keyless Entry

If you have a keyless entry system in your Fiat 500, you can lock and unlock your car at any time by pressing of one button. This technology is becoming more common in all cars of all ages and models and adds security and convenience to the use of your vehicle.

Examine your remote keyless entry system is not working. The battery that powers the coin inside the fob could be dead. Replace the battery by using a newer one with the same voltage, type, and size as the original if it's depleted. Also, make sure that the battery contacts are clean and free from dust or corrosion.

The key fob comes with rubber seals that shield the electronic chip from water but prolonged exposure to soapy or salty water can cause the chip to fail. If your key fob has been exposed to water, you must remove it and let the battery dry completely before replacing it. You can also clean the electronic chip by using isopropyl or an electronic cleaner.

Keyless entry systems are more secure than traditional systems, because it rolls up the code that is used to unlock your vehicle after every use. This means that hackers will not have the ability to gain permanent access to the vehicle even when they intercept the signal.

Transponders

Fiat utilizes a crypto key transponder system, which means that the keys and transponders have to be precoded with a secret code by the Body Control Module (BCM) before being "programmed" into the BCM. This is why a blank unwritten key cannot be programmed because the BCM must read and write its secret key to the transponder, then lock it. This is known as cloning.

These are brand new replacement outer case OE SIP22 transponder key for your fiat 500. They come with a chip that opens the door and begins the vehicle. Locksmiths will have to cut them to fit the ignition.