How to Repair Fiat 500 Keys
There are a variety of reasons why your Fiat 500 key fob may not function properly. The tiny "watch" inside the key FOB will often fail. This is an 3.3 volt lithium, CR2032, which can be purchased almost anywhere for under $3.
A locksmith is the best place to call when you require a replacement car key for an old Fiat model. United Locksmith offers this service and offers all the parts and tools required.
Keys
Fiat keys may appear to be simple but inside is a chip that communicates with the immobiliser system of your vehicle. If the chip is not present, or not programmed correctly to the immobiliser, your vehicle isn't able to start. Luckily fiat car key are able to offer standard technology and equipment to ensure your Fiat key can be repaired, even when it has been damaged or has been lost.
A spare key can keep your vehicle operating in the event of an accident or lockout. It doesn't matter if you require an ordinary blank or a remote fob, we can assist. We use the highest quality blanks and provide quick turnaround so that you can get back on the road as quickly as possible.
Some people prefer to visit a Fiat Dealership in order to obtain new keys. We can provide an easier and less expensive service. You'll also save the cost of towing your car to and from the dealership as we are able to come to you. This can reduce the waiting time, which is usually up to 10 days.
Remotes
Remote controls for Fiat cars look like the keys themselves, except they feature an IR (infrared) LED on the bottom. This LED transmits an electronic signal to the device, which opens or starts the vehicle when pressed. The microprocessor inside a key converts the signal into a code, which is then sent to device.
This is referred to as "keyless entry". The more recent your vehicle is, and the more likely it is that you have keysless entry. The more modern your vehicle has, the more features you'll likely get with it. This includes locking and unlocking your car with a one touch and opening the doors without touching the handle, and much more.
The key fob comes with an integrated circuit chip that communicates with the immobiliser system in the car. The system is able to determine whether the key is genuine by checking a certain sequence of the transponder. The vehicle will not start if the chip is missing or when it's not programmed with the correct immobiliser system.
A locksmith can repair the key fob if it is damaged. They'll also need to program the new key to sync with the immobiliser of the car. This is a crucial part of the procedure, and you should be prepared to disclose information about your vehicle to your locksmith when they call.
Keyless Entry
With a keyless entry on your Fiat 500 you can lock or unlock the car with the touch of an button. This technology is becoming more common in all cars of all types and ages, and it adds security and convenience to the use of your vehicle.
If your remote keyless entry system fails to work, check to see whether the battery in the fob has gone dead. If the battery is drained replace it with a new one that is the same voltage, size, and type as the original. You should also ensure that the contacts of the battery are free of dust or corrosion.
The rubber seals on the key fob are designed to protect 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 out the battery and let it dry completely before putting it back in. You can also clean the electronic chip using isopropyl, or electronic cleaner.
While some people might believe that keyless entry isn't as secure, this system is actually more secure than conventional systems due to the code that unlocks your car is rolled up after each use. This means that even if hackers are able to intercept the signal and attempt to access your car, they won't be able to gain access to your vehicle.
Transponders
Fiat uses a crypto keys transponder system, which means that the keys or transponders must be precoded with a secret code generated by the Body Control Module (BCM) before being "programmed" into the BCM. This is why a blank unwritten key cannot be programmed, because the BCM must read and write the secret code to the transponder, then lock it. This is known as"cloning.
These are brand new replacement outer cases for OE SIP22 Transponder keys for Fiat 500. They contain a chip that unlocks the doors and opens the car. They must be cut professionally by a locksmith so that they fit your ignition.