15 Things You Didn't Know About Fiat Doblo Key Fob Replacement
How to Repair Fiat 500 Keys
There are many reasons your Fiat 500 key FOB may stop working. The small "watch" inside the key FOB will often fail. It's a 3.3 volt lithium battery, CR2032, which can be purchased almost anyplace for less than $3.
When you need a replacement key for an older Fiat model, a locksmith is the right person to call. United Locksmith can provide this service and can provide the tools and spare parts required.
Keys
Fiat keys may look simple however inside is an electronic chip that communicates with the immobiliser system of your car. If the chip isn't present, or is not programmed correctly to the immobiliser, your vehicle will not be able to start. Fortunately, Car Keys Solutions are able to offer standard technology and equipment that will ensure your Fiat key can be repaired when it has been damaged or has been lost.
Having a spare key is the best way to keep your vehicle running in the event of an emergency or being locked out. We can provide you with a standard blank key or remote fob. We use the best quality blanks and provide an immediate turnaround time so that you are back on the road in a hurry.
Some people prefer to visit an Fiat Dealership to purchase a new key. We can offer a quicker and cheaper service. You will also save on the towing charges of bringing your vehicle to and from the dealership, as we can deliver the key to you. This can also decrease the waiting period which is often up to 10 days at a dealer.
Remotes
The remote controls of Fiat vehicles are similar to keys, but they are equipped with an IR LED (infrared). This LED sends an indication to the device which opens or starts the car when you press. The signal is received by a microprocessor inside the key which converts it into 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 it will be to have a keyless entry system. The more advanced your car, the more features it will have. This includes locking and unlocking your car with the pressing a button and opening the doors with out touching the handle, and much more.
The key fob is equipped with an integrated circuit chip that connects to the immobiliser system of the car. The system is able to determine if the correct key is present by looking for a specific sequence of digits inside the transponder chip. If the chip isn't present, or if it is not programmed to the correct immobiliser, the vehicle will not start.
If the fob for the key is damaged, a locksmith is able to create a new one. They'll also have to program the new key to be synced with the immobiliser of the car. You should be prepared to provide your locksmith's 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 by pressing an button. This technology is becoming more prevalent in all cars of all kinds and ages as it provides security and convenience to the vehicle's usage.
Verify that your remote keyless entry system isn't working. The coin battery inside the fob may be dead. Replace the battery with a fresher one of the same voltage, type, and size as the one that came with it if it has been drained. Also, make sure that the battery's contact points are clean and free of corrosion or dust.
The key fob's rubber seals that shield the chip from water however, prolonged exposure to soapy or salty water may 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 in. You can also clean the electronic chip by using isopropyl and electronic cleaner.
While some people may believe that keyless entry isn't as secure, this system is actually more secure than other systems because the code used to unlock your vehicle is rolled back after every use. fiat key means that hackers won't have the ability to gain permanent access to the vehicle even in the event that they intercept the signal.
Transponders
Fiat uses a crypto-key transponder system which means that keys/transponders need to be precoded by the Body Control Module before they are "programmed" by the BCM. This is why a blank unwritten key is not able to be programmed because the BCM has to read & write it's secret key to the transponder and then lock it. This process is referred to as the cloning.
These are brand new replacement outer case OE SIP22 transponder key for your fiat 500. They contain a chip that allows you to open the doors and start the car. They must be cut professionally by a locksmith to match your ignition.