How to Repair Fiat 500 Keys

There are a variety of reasons why your fiat replacement key fob 500 key FOB may stop working. One of the most frequent is the small "watch" battery that's inside the device dies. It's an 3.3 Volt lithium, CR2032, that you can buy just about anyplace for less than $3.

When you need a replacement key for an older Fiat model, a locksmith is the one to contact. United Locksmith offers this service, and has all the tools and parts required.

Keys

On the outside, a fiat 500 remote key replacement key may seem basic, however inside the casing is an electronic chip which communicates with the car's immobiliser system. If the chip is not present, or not programmed correctly to the immobiliser, your car will not be able start. Fortunately, Car Keys Solutions are able to offer dealer-standard technology and equipment to ensure that your fiat 500 spare key key is repaired, even if it has suffered damage or has been lost.

A spare key will keep your vehicle running in the event of an accident or lockout. No matter if you need an ordinary blank or a remote fob, we can help. We only use the finest blanks that are available and offer an immediate turnaround time so that you get back on the road as quickly as possible.

Some people choose to visit a Fiat Dealership in order to obtain a new key. We can offer the service faster and more affordable. You can also avoid the towing charges of bringing your vehicle to and from the dealership since we are able to come to you. This will also reduce the waiting time, which is often up to 10 days for dealers.

Remotes

Remote controls for Fiat vehicles are similar to the keys themselves, with the exception that they feature an IR (infrared) LED at the end. This LED sends an electronic signal to the device, which allows the vehicle to open or start when pressed. The signal is picked up by a microprocessor located in the key, which transforms it to a code that is then sent to the device.

This method is referred to as "keyless entry". The more recent your car is, the more likely you'll have keysless entry. The more advanced your car has, the more features will come with. This includes everything from locking and unlocking your car with a press of a button to unlocking the doors without having to touch the door handle, and much more.

The key fob is equipped with an integrated circuit chip that communicates with the immobiliser system of the car. The system determines if the key is correct by examining a specific sequence in the transponder. If the chip is not present, or has not been programmed to the correct immobiliser system then the vehicle will not begin.

If the key fob is damaged, a locksmith can create a new one. They will also have to program the replacement key to sync with the car's immobiliser system. This is a crucial part of the process, and you should be prepared to provide details about your vehicle to the locksmith when they call.

Keyless Entry

With the keyless entry option on your Fiat 500 you can lock or unlock the vehicle at the touch of the button. This technology is becoming more common in all cars of all kinds and ages and adds convenience and safety to the vehicle's usage.

Examine your remote keyless entry system isn't working. The battery inside the fob may be dead. Replace the battery by using a newer one that has the same voltage, type, and size as the original if it is drained. It is also important to ensure that the battery's contacts are clean and free of dust or corrosion.

The key fob has rubber seals to protect the electronic chip from water, however, prolonged exposure to soapy or salty water can cause the chip to fail. If your key fob has been exposed to water, remove the battery and allow it to dry completely before putting it back into. You can also clean the electronic chip using isopropyl or an electronic cleaner.

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

Transponders

Fiat utilizes a crypto-key transponder system which means that the keys/transponders must be precoded by the Body Control Module before they are "programmed" by the BCM. A blank key that has not been programmed can't be programmed as the BCM must read and write its secret key to the transponder before locking it. This is referred to as the process of cloning.

These are brand new replacement outer case OE SIP22 transponder key for your fiat punto key fob 500. They contain a chip that opens the doors and starts the car. They will need to be cut professionally by a locksmith so that they fit your ignition.