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Reasons Your Fiat 500 Key Fob Won't Work

A Fiat 500 key fob makes it easy to open doors and start your vehicle. There are a variety of reasons why the key fob might stop working. These include a dead coin battery, damage to the receiver module, water issues, and interference.

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Dead Coin Battery

The most common reason your 500 key fob doesn't work is an inactive battery. Modern key fobs have a very limited operating range and should be within a few feet of the car to operate. If you are far from your vehicle, and you press the keyfob button, it will not respond and display the message "Key Fob Not Detected".

If this happens If this happens, replace the battery in the coin-cell (Part Number CR2032) by a new one of a reliable brand, such as Panasonic Duracell or Energizer. You can find them at the local hardware store or online.

After you've replaced the battery of your coin cell you can test it by standing near your Fiat 500 and pressing the buttons. The car should flash its parking lights and the key fob should operate the lock and unlock switches.

If your key fob isn't working even after replacing the battery, there may be water damage that hinders it from connecting to the module in your vehicle. Water damage can happen in many ways, such as an easy splash or submerging the key fob into 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 this doesn't work, your fob may need to be reset by an experienced auto locksmith or the dealer.

Water Damage

While the fob comes with rubber seals to keep water out of the electronic chip inside it, submerging it in the ocean or washing it in a machine can cause water damage. Saltwater can cause the circuit board to short and eventually fail. It's not a good idea to soak the fob in water however, but don't give it up when you accidentally drop it in water, or fail to remove it from your pocket.

First take the battery off the fob. Clean the electronic chip using isopropyl or a similar product and dry it completely before replacing the battery. Test the fob afterward to determine if it's functioning. If the key does not function, it may need to be changed. This is usually handled by an auto locksmith or dealer.

If the key is a newer model and has never been programmed to your vehicle It is likely that it needs to be replaced completely. This is an easy process that can be handled by a professional automotive locksmith. The locksmith will need to cut the key to match the ignition on your vehicle. The locksmith also needs to reprogram the fob into the vehicle's system. This is a cost-effective and quick procedure that can be completed within the same day.

Receiver Module Issues

One of the most common reasons your 500 key fob could stop functioning is that it's out of range. The remote has a range of 30 feet. Therefore, when you're too far from your car it won't respond to your commands. It's easy to fix this by moving the remote closer to your car until it responds.

If your fob does not work after you replace the coin battery, 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 will fix the problem. You can find directions on how to do this for the majority of vehicles by searching YouTube or checking out the owner's manual.

It's possible that you need to replace the metal clips that hold the coin battery. If they loose tension, it can prevent your coin battery from sitting properly, causing your remote to malfunction.

In rare instances, the fob might be out of sync with your vehicle because due to hardware or software issues. This can be a major issue, but you are able to usually resolve this issue by visiting an auto locksmith to reprogram your fob. In some instances it may be necessary to reinstall the software on your body control module as well.

Interference

In addition to a dead coin battery, the key fob may not be receiving or transmitting a signal due to interference. This could occur if the key fob is near a radio transmitter (cell phones or radar detectors) or any other source of electromagnetic radiation. The key fob may not function because of a weak connection with the buttons or water damage, or damage to the internal chips.

If the key fob been unable to function for a while suddenly or even after trying everything you can at home to solve it e.g. You might have a damaged 500 receiver module in the event that you've tried replacing the battery, reprogramming, or using an alternative key fob. The receiver module, which is located beneath the dashboard, detects radio frequency signals from your key fob. It transforms the signals into electronic commands, which are then translated by the vehicle.





There is a simple way to reset the 500's on-board system including the keyfob. Disconnect the battery of 12 volts for approximately 15 minutes by disconnecting the negative cable first then the positive cable. Then, reconnect the battery. This will eliminate any remaining electricity and restart the car's computer system, which can help get your key fob working again. If the problem persists, you should consult an experienced technician. They can identify the exact cause of any issues.