How to Repair Fiat 500 Keys
There are many reasons why your Fiat 500 key FOB may cease to function. The small "watch" inside the key FOB is often dead. It's an 3.3 volt lithium, CR2032, that you can buy just about anywhere for under $3.
A locksmith is the best choice to call if need a new car key for an old Fiat model. United Locksmith offers this service and comes with all the tools and spare parts required.
Keys
Fiat keys may appear to be simple, but inside is an electronic chip that connects to the immobiliser system of your car. If the chip is not present, or not programmed correctly to the immobiliser, your car isn't able to start. Car Keys Solutions can offer you dealer-grade equipment and technology to repair your Fiat key, regardless of whether 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 a remote fob we can help. We use only the highest-quality blanks we can find and provide quick turnaround so that you are back on the road as quickly as possible.
Some individuals will opt to go to an Fiat Dealership when they require a new ignition key, but we are able to offer you a cheaper and quicker service. You'll also save the cost of towing your vehicle to and from the dealership, as we can bring it to you. This can also reduce the wait time which can be anywhere from 5 to 10 days.
Remotes
Remote controls for Fiat automobiles look a lot like the keys themselves, with the exception that they have an IR (infrared) LED on the other end. The LED sends signals to the device that can open or start the car when pressed. The microprocessor inside the key converts the signal into a number that is then sent to device.
This method is referred to as "keyless entry". The more recent your car is and the more likely to feature a keyless entry system. The more advanced your car is, the more features it will come with. This includes everything from locking and unlocking the car with a button press, to opening the doors without having to actually touch the door handle, and more.
The key fob is fitted with an integrated circuit chip that communicates with the immobiliser system of the car. The system will determine if the correct key is present by looking for a specific sequence of numbers in the transponder chip. If the chip isn't there, or if it has not been programmed to the correct immobiliser system then the vehicle will not start.
A locksmith can repair the key fob in case it is damaged. They'll also have to program the replacement key to connect with the car's immobiliser system. This is a crucial aspect of the procedure, and you should be ready to provide information about your car to your locksmith if they contact you.
Keyless Entry
If you have a keyless entry system on your Fiat 500, you can lock and unlock the car from anywhere with a push of a button. This technology is becoming more widespread in vehicles of all types and ages and adds convenience and safety to your car's use.
Examine your remote keyless entry system isn't working. duplicate in the fob might be dead. Replace the battery with a newer one of the same voltage size, type and size as the original one if it's depleted. You should also make sure that the contacts of the battery are free of corrosion or dust.
The key fob comes with rubber seals that shield the electronic chip from water but prolonged exposure to salty or soapy water could cause the chip to fail. If your key fob is exposed to water, take out the battery and let it dry completely before putting it back in. You can also try cleaning the electronic chip with isopropyl alcohol or electronic cleaner.
Although some may think that keyless entry is less secure, the system is actually more secure than traditional systems because the code used to unlock your vehicle is rolled back after each use. This means that hackers won't have the ability to gain permanent access to your vehicle even when they intercept the signal.
Transponders
Fiat employs a crypto-key transponder system, which means that the keys and transponders have to be precoded by the Body Control Module before they are "programmed" by the BCM. A key that is blank and has not been programmed cannot be programmed because the BCM must read and write its secret key into the transponder before locking it. This is referred to as the process of cloning.
These are brand new replacement outer cases that replace the SIP22 Transponder keys for Fiat 500. They contain a chip that allows you to open the doors and start the car. They will need to be professionally cut by a locksmith to fit your ignition.