How to Repair Fiat 500 Keys

There are a few reasons why your Fiat 500 key FOB may not function properly. The tiny "watch" inside the key FOB will often fail. This is a 3.3 Volt lithium, CR2032, which you can buy just about anywhere for under $3.

A locksmith is the best place to call when you require a replacement car key for the classic Fiat model. United Locksmith offers this service and has all the tools and parts required.

Keys

Fiat keys may appear simple however inside is a chip that is communicating with the immobiliser system in your vehicle. If this chip is not present or programmed to the immobiliser system properly then your vehicle will not start. Fortunately Car Keys Solutions are able to offer standard technology and equipment to ensure that your Fiat key can be repaired, even in the event that it has suffered damage or has been lost.

Having a spare key is the most efficient way to keep your vehicle running in the event of an emergency or being locked out. No matter if you need an ordinary blank or a remote fob, we can assist. We only use top quality blanks and provide a quick turnaround so you can get back to driving quickly.

Some individuals will opt to go to Fiat Dealerships when they require a replacement key, however we can offer you a cheaper and quicker service. We can also come to you, saving you the cost of towing your vehicle to the dealer. This can also cut down on the waiting period which can take up to 10 days for dealers.

Remotes

The remote controls on Fiat vehicles are similar to keys, but they come with an IR LED (infrared). The LED transmits an indication to the device which opens or starts the car when the button is pressed. The signal is received by a microprocessor inside the key, which transforms it into a code that is then sent to the device.

This process is called "keyless entry". The more recent your car is, the more likely to feature a keyless entry system. The more recent your car equipped with, the more features it will likely have. This includes everything from locking and Fiat 500 keys unlocking your car with a press of a button, to opening the doors without having to reach the door handle and much more.

The key fob has an integrated circuit chip that connects to the vehicle's immobiliser system. The system will determine if the correct key is in place by looking for a particular sequence of digits in the transponder chip. If the chip isn't there, or if it isn't programmed to the correct immobiliser system, then the vehicle will not start.

If the key fob has been damaged, a locksmith may create a new one. The locksmith will also have to program the new key to connect up with the immobiliser of the car. This is a crucial aspect of the procedure, and you should be prepared to give information about your vehicle to the locksmith when they call.

Keyless Entry

If you have a keyless entry system in your Fiat 500, you can secure and unlock the car at any time by pressing of the button. This technology is increasingly common across all cars, and adds security and convenience to the use of your car.

Verify that your remote keyless entry system is not working. The coin battery inside the fob could be dead. Replace the battery with a fresher one with the same voltage size, type, and Fiat 500 Keys capacity as the one that came with it if it has been drained. Also, ensure that the battery's contacts are free of corrosion or dust.

The key fob's rubber seals to protect the electronic chip from water, but prolonged exposure to soapy or salty water could cause the chip to fail. If your key fob has been exposed to water, take it off and allow the battery to dry completely before replacing it. You can also clean the electronic chip with isopropyl or an electronic cleaner.

While some people may believe that keyless entry isn't as secure, the system is actually more secure than conventional systems due to the code that unlocks your car is rolled up after every use. This means that even if hackers intercept the signal that they receive, they will not be able to gain permanent access to your car.

Transponders

Fiat utilizes a crypto key transponder, which means that keys/transponders must be precoded with a secret code that is generated by the Body Control Module (BCM) before being "programmed" into the BCM. This is why a blank unwritten key is not able to be programmed because the BCM must read and write it's secret key to the transponder, then lock it. This is referred to as"cloning.

These are brand new replacement outer cases that replace the SIP22 Transponder keys for Fiat 500. They contain a chip that opens the door and starts the vehicle. They will need to be cut professionally by a locksmith so that they fit your ignition.