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How to Repair Fiat 500 Keys

There are a myriad of reasons your Fiat 500 key fob may cease to function. The tiny "watch" inside the key FOB often dies. It's an 3.3 volt lithium, CR2032, which can be purchased almost anyplace for less than $3.

A locksmith is the ideal place to call when you need a new car key for the classic Fiat model. United Locksmith can provide this service and will have the tools and replacement parts needed.

Keys

On the outside a Fiat key may appear simple, however inside the case is an electronic chip that communicates with your vehicle's immobiliser system. If the chip isn't in place or programmed to the immobiliser system properly then your vehicle won't start. Car Keys Solutions can offer you dealer-standard equipment and technology to repair your Fiat key, regardless of whether the key has been damaged or lost.

A spare key will keep your vehicle running in case of an accident or lockout. Whether you need a standard blank or a remote fob, we are able to assist. We only use the finest blanks we can find and provide an immediate turnaround time so that you are back on the road as quickly as possible.

Some people prefer to visit a Fiat Dealership in order to obtain new keys. We can offer an easier and less expensive service. You will also save on the cost of towing your car to and from the dealership since we can deliver the key to you. This will also cut down on the wait time which can be anywhere from 5 to 10 days.

Remotes

Remote controls for Fiat automobiles look a lot like keys, however they feature an IR (infrared) LED on the other end. This LED sends an electronic signal to the device that opens or starts the vehicle when pressed. The microprocessor in the key converts the signal into a number that is then sent to device.

This is also known as "keyless entry". The more modern your car is, and the more likely you'll have an electronic keypad. The more advanced your car, the more features it will have. This includes locking and unlocking your car at the a push of a button or opening the doors without touching the handle, and much more.

The key fob comes with an integrated circuit chip that communicates with the car's immobiliser system. The system can determine whether the key is genuine by examining a specific sequence of the transponder. The vehicle will not start in the event that the chip is not present or in the event that it is not programmed to the correct immobiliser system.

If the fob for the key is damaged, a locksmith is able to make a replacement. The locksmith will also need to program the new key to sync with the immobiliser system of your car. You must be prepared to provide your locksmith details about your vehicle when they call.

Keyless Entry

With the keyless entry option on your Fiat 500 you can lock or unlock your car at the touch of the button.  fiat keys replacement  is increasingly common across all cars and provides security and convenience to the use of your vehicle.

Check to see if the remote keyless entry system is not working. The coin battery inside the fob could be depleted. If the battery is depleted replace it with a new one that is of the same size, voltage and type as the original. It is important to ensure that the battery contacts are free of dust or corrosion.

The rubber seals on the key fob guard the chip from water. However, prolonged exposure to salty or soapy water may cause the chip to fail. If your key fob has been exposed to water, take it out and allow the battery to dry completely before replacing it. You can also clean the electronic chip with isopropyl and electronic cleaner.

While some may believe that keyless entry is less secure, this system is actually more secure than other systems because the code that unlocks your car is rolled up after each use. This means that hackers won't have the ability to gain permanent access to the vehicle even if they intercept the signal.

Transponders

Fiat employs a crypto-key transponder, which means that keys/transponders have to be precoded with a secret code by the Body Control Module (BCM) before being "programmed" into the BCM. A key that is blank and has not been programmed can't be programmed because the BCM must read and write the secret key onto the transponder before locking it. This is referred to as the process of cloning.

These are brand new replacement outer case OE SIP22 transponder keys that fit your fiat 500. They come with a chip that opens the door and begins the vehicle. Locksmiths will need to cut them to fit the ignition.