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Fiat 500 Replacement Key Fob It might be time to replace the battery if the 500 remote key fob is not working. However, if you replace the battery and it doesn't work it may be elsewhere. United Locksmith specializes in the creation of new keys for classic vehicles. We have all the tools and components needed for this service. Dead Coin Battery A dead battery is the main cause of your Fiat 500 keyfob not locking or unlocking the doors. The battery for the coin cell in the key fob will drain quickly in the event that you don't use it often enough. If your remote began to show signs of weakness like a loss of range and stopped working completely the battery could be dead. Metal clips keep the battery in place on the key fob. If the clips aren't secure, they could cause contact problems that will prevent your remote from receiving power. With a small flathead screwdriver, push the retaining clip outwards to remove the current battery, and replace it with a brand new one. Make sure to use a battery with the same voltage, size and specifications as the original. G28 can cause the key fob to corrode or be damaged. Even a small bath in soapy water could cause damage to the electronic chip inside. It is recommended to keep your key fob in a dry environment. Water Damage If your key fob isn't working properly, it could be due to water damage. Key fobs are fitted with rubber seals to protect them from being damaged by rain or splashes of water, however it is crucial to keep your car keys out of the pool, ocean, and washing machine! The key fob contains an electronic chip that transmits an immobilizer system of your vehicle. This is the reason why your 500 can lock or start, but should the chip become wet, it's unable to longer work. If you're looking to determine if your key fob is functional You can clean the internal electronics with isopropyl or an electronic cleaner. It is recommended to replace the key fob if it has been submerged into salt water instead of trying to repair it yourself. A replacement fob might cost you a little bit but it's far less expensive than paying to have your Fiat 500 towed to a dealer and fixed there! You can also make it yourself with some simple steps. Be sure to have the correct type of battery before attempting to open your key fob. This task is much easier than it looks and you can find step-by-step directions on the internet for nearly any key fob for cars. Faulty Chip The chip in the key fob communicates directly with the immobiliser in your vehicle to ensure that the vehicle will only start when proper keys are inserted. If the chip is damaged or corrupted it won't allow your car to start regardless of what you do. Water damage or a dead cell phone battery are among the most common causes of an unreliable chip. It is best to delegate the job to a professional locksmith who can replace the chip in a short time and at a reasonable cost. If your key fob will not work after being exposed to water that is clean from the tap or rain then remove the battery. Wipe down the electronic component with paper towels. If the key fob still isn't working it's likely to be a fried chip and will need to be replaced. Some people will visit their dealer if they require a new Fiat fob. However, this could be expensive. If you are looking for a low-cost solution to get your Fiat key fob repaired Look no further than United Locksmith. We have the tools and expertise necessary to repair your Fiat key fob in a quick and professional way. Faulty Receiver Module Fiat key fobs transmit a signal to the vehicle that will unlock and lock doors (and start the car for those with an automatic transmission) up to 50 feet. There are a few reasons why the fob could not function. This could be due to a dead coin battery or water damage, worn buttons and a receiver module issue, and signal interference or an electronic chip that is malfunctioning. If the fob is in a pocket that has experienced extreme trauma, such as being dropped on hard floors or being washed in the washing machine and it isn't able to communicate with the car's Body Control Module (BCM). This is because the BCM is an extremely secure system that will only accept signals from a genuine original key and not any other. It is necessary to replace the fob in case this happens. A professional locksmith can handle every aspect of the replacement process, including programming a new one for your 500. They can even give you the fob cloned to work exactly the same way as the original (and costs less than the price).