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. This is an 3.3-volt lithium CR2032 and you can purchase it at a price of less than $3.
A locksmith is the best option to contact if you require a new car key for the classic Fiat model. United Locksmith can provide this service and can provide the tools and spare parts needed.
Keys
On the outside, a Fiat key may appear to be basic but inside the casing is an electronic chip that connects to your car's immobiliser system. If the chip isn't present, or not properly programmed to the immobiliser, your car isn't able to 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.
Having a spare key is the best way to keep your vehicle running in the event of an emergency or being locked out. If you require an ordinary blank or a remote fob we can help. We use the highest quality blanks available and offer rapid turnaround time to ensure you are back on the road in a hurry.
Some customers prefer to visit Fiat Dealerships to obtain new keys. We can offer the service faster and more affordable. We can be there for you and save you the expense of towing your car to the dealer. This can reduce the wait time, which is usually up to 10 days.
Remotes
The remote controls for Fiat cars look like the keys, but they have an IR (infrared) LED on the bottom. This LED transmits signals to the device that opens or turns off the car when it is pressed. The signal is received by a microprocessor in the key, which converts it into a code that is then sent to the device.
This method is referred to as "keyless entry". The more recent your vehicle is, the more likely you will have an electronic keypad. The more advanced your car has, the more features will come with. This includes everything from locking and unlocking the car using a button, to opening the doors without having to touch the door handle, and more.
The key fob has an integrated circuit chip that communicates with the car's immobiliser system. The system is able to determine if the correct key is in place by examining a specific sequence of digits within the transponder chip. If the chip isn't present, or if it has not been programmed with the correct immobiliser, 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 vehicle. You must be prepared to provide your locksmith with information regarding your vehicle when they call.
Keyless Entry
With a keyless entry feature on your Fiat 500 you can lock or unlock the vehicle by pressing an button. This technology is becoming more widespread in all cars of all types and ages, and it adds convenience and safety to the vehicle's usage.
If your remote keyless entry system isn't working look to see whether the battery for the coin in the fob has gone dead. If the battery is depleted, replace it with a fresh one that is of the same voltage, size and type as the original. It is important to ensure that the battery contacts are free of corrosion or dust.
The rubber seals on the key fob guard the chip from water. However prolonged exposure to soapy water or salty water may cause the chip to fail. If your key fob has been exposed to water, remove and allow the battery to dry completely before replacing it. You can also clean the electronic chip with isopropyl alcohol or electronic cleaner.
The keyless entry system is more secure than conventional systems, because it generates the code that is used to unlock your car after each use. This means that even if hackers do intercept the signal it isn't possible for them to gain permanent access to your car.
Transponders
Fiat uses a crypto-key transponder system which means that the keys/transponders must be precoded by the Body Control Module before they are "programmed" within the BCM. This is the reason a blank unwritten key is not able to be programmed, as the BCM must read and write the secret code to the transponder before locking it. This process is called the cloning.
These are brand new replacement outer cases OE SIP22 Transponder keys for Fiat 500. They contain a chip that allows you to open the doors and start the car. replacement key fiat 500 will need to be professionally cut by a locksmith to fit your ignition.