How to Repair Fiat 500 Keys
There are many reasons your Fiat 500 key FOB may cease to function. The small "watch" inside the key FOB will often fail. This is a 3.3-volt lithium CR2032 You can buy it anywhere for less than $3.
A locksmith is the best source to call if you require a new key for your car for a classic Fiat model. United Locksmith offers this service and has all the tools and spare parts required.
Keys
Fiat keys might appear simple but inside is a chip that is communicating with the immobiliser system of your vehicle. If the chip isn't in place or programmed to the immobiliser system correctly then your vehicle won't start. Car Keys Solutions can offer you standard equipment and technology from dealers to repair your Fiat key, regardless of whether the key is damaged or lost.
A spare key will keep your vehicle running in the event of an accident or lockout. It doesn't matter if you require a standard blank or remote fob, we can help. We only use the finest blanks we can find and provide rapid turnaround time to ensure you are back on the road in a hurry.
Some people choose to visit an Fiat Dealership to purchase a new key. We can offer the service faster and more affordable. You'll also save the cost of towing your car to and from the dealership, as we can deliver the key to you. This can reduce the waiting time which can range from a few days to 10 days.
Remotes
The remote controls on Fiat cars look like the keys themselves, with the exception that they feature an IR (infrared) LED at the top. The LED sends a digital signal to the device, which opens or starts the vehicle when pressed. The signal is received by a microprocessor inside the key, which converts it into a code which is then transmitted to the device.
This is referred to as "keyless entry". The more recent your car is, and the more likely you will have a keyless system. The more advanced your vehicle, the more features it will come with. This includes everything from locking and unlocking the car with a button press to opening the doors without having to actually hold the door handle and more.
The key fob comes with an integrated circuit chip which communicates with the immobiliser system of the car. The system can tell whether the correct key is in place by looking for a specific sequence of numbers in the transponder chip. The vehicle won't start in the event that the chip is not present or if it's not programmed to the right immobiliser system.
When the key fob is damaged, a locksmith may create a new one. The locksmith will also have to program the new key to sync with the immobiliser of the vehicle. You must be prepared to provide your locksmith with information regarding your vehicle when they call.
Keyless Entry
With a keyless entry system on your Fiat 500 you can lock or unlock the vehicle with just a touch of one button. This technology is becoming more widespread in vehicles of all ages and models, and it adds security and convenience to the vehicle's usage.
If your remote keyless entry system ceases to function look to see whether the battery for the coin in the fob has died. If the battery is empty replace it with a new one that is the same voltage, size and type as the original. You should also ensure that the battery's contacts are free of dust or corrosion.
The rubber seals on the key fob guard the chip from water. However prolonged exposure to soapy water or salty water could cause the chip to fail. If your key fob has been exposed to water, take it off and let the battery dry completely before replacing it. You can also try cleaning the electronic chip with isopropyl alcohol or electronic cleaner.
While some people might believe that keyless entry isn't as secure, the system is actually more secure than other systems because the code used to unlock your vehicle is rolled back after each use. This means that hackers will not be able to gain permanent access to your vehicle even if they intercept the signal.
fiat 500 keys uses a crypto key transponder system this means that keys and transponders have to be precoded by the Body Control Module before they are "programmed" in the BCM. A blank key that has not been programmed can't be programmed since the BCM must read and write the secret key onto the transponder before locking it. This process is referred to as the cloning.
These are new replacement outer cases to replace SIP22 Transponder keys for Fiat 500. They have a chip that unlocks the door and opens the vehicle. They will need to be cut professionally by a locksmith to match your ignition.