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Reasons Your Fiat 500 Key Fob Won't Work

A key fob for the Fiat 500 makes it easy to open doors and start your car. However, there are numerous reasons why the fob may stop functioning. This could be due to a dead battery water damage, problems with receiver modules, as well as interference.

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Dead Coin Battery

The most frequent reason why your 500 key fob will not function is an inactive battery. Modern key fobs have a limited operating range, and must be within only a few feet from the vehicle to operate. If you're far from your vehicle when you press the key fob button the car won't respond, and will display an "Key Fob Not Detected" message in the instrument cluster.

If this happens, simply replace the battery on your coin cell (Part number CR2032) by a new one from a reliable brand like Panasonic, Duracell, or Energizer. You can find them at your local hardware store or online.

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

If your key fob still isn't working after replacing the battery, it may be water damage which prevents it from communicating with the module inside your vehicle. Water damage can occur through a variety of methods, including the simple splash or submerging your key fob in saltwater at the beach. If you suspect your fob has been exposed to water, try placing it in a dry rice bag to pull the moisture back out. If this does not work, you'll have to get your fob reprogrammed either by an auto locksmith or dealer.

Water Damage

The fob does have rubber seals to keep water out of the electronic chip inside it, submerging it in the ocean or washing it in a machine could cause water damage. Saltwater can cause the circuit board to short, and eventually fail. It's not good to submerge the fob in water but don't give up in the event that you accidentally drop it in water or forget to take it out of your pocket.

First, remove the battery. Clean the electronic chip using isopropyl ethanol or a similar product and dry it thoroughly before replacing the battery. Then try the fob and verify if it is working. If the key does not function then it might need to be programmed again. This is typically done by a professional or dealer auto locksmith.

If the key is a newer model and has not been programmed to your car It will most likely need to be replaced completely. This is an easy process that can be handled by a professional automotive locksmith. The locksmith will need the key cut to match your vehicle's ignition. They will also need to reprogram the fob to your vehicle's system. It's a simple and affordable process which can be completed on the next day.

Receiver Module Issues

One of the main reasons your 500 key fob might stop functioning is that it's out of range. The remote has a maximum range of 30 feet. Therefore, should you be too far from your vehicle it will not respond to your commands. This can be easily fixed by moving it closer to your vehicle until it starts responding.

If your fob won't work after replacing the battery in the coin, also known as a "button", "watch" or "button" it could be a problem with the internal circuit board. Reprogramming the fob typically resolves the issue. You can find instructions on how to do this for the majority of automobiles by searching YouTube or looking through the owner's manual.

It is possible to replace the clips made of metal that hold the coin batteries in the correct position. If they loose tension, it may prevent your battery from being properly seated and cause your remote to malfunction.

In rare cases the fob might become desync'd with your vehicle due to software issues or hardware issues. This can cause a major trouble, but you could often fix this by visiting an auto locksmith to reprogram your fob for you. In certain instances they might need to reinstall the software on your body control module too.

Interference

Interference can also cause the key fob to not be able to receive or transmit an signal. This is possible when the key fob is in proximity to an electronic radio transmitter (cell phones or radar detectors) or another source of electromagnetic radiation. Other reasons the key fob may not function include a weak connection to the buttons or the internal chip, or water damage.

If your key fob suddenly stopped working, or you have tried everything at home to resolve it (e.g. replacing the battery, re programming it and using the spare key fob, you could have a faulty receiver module on your 500. The receiver module is located under the dash and receives the radio frequency signals from the key fob. It converts the signals into electronic commands which are then translated by the vehicle.

Fortunately, there's an easy way to reset all of the onboard systems in your 500, including the key fob. Disconnect the battery for 15 minutes, removing first the negative cable and then the positive cable. Reconnect the battery. This will clear out any remaining electricity and then restart the car's computers, which can help get your key fob working again. If the problem persists you should seek out an expert technician. They will be able diagnose the exact cause of any issues.

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Pub: 25 Apr 2024 21:25 UTC
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