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fiat 124 spider key fob cover Panda key fobs contain a transponder chip which sends a signal to your car to open the doors and start the engine. The fob might stop working due to a variety of reasons.

A dead battery for the coin is the most common reason for key fob malfunctions. Other causes are water damage or a damaged module and interference signals.

Dead Coin Battery

Replace the battery in case your key fob has died. Use a button cell battery with the same voltage, size, and specifications as the previous one.

If the key fob was exposed to water, for example a splash of rain or salt water at the beach, it will have to be cleaned before it can be used again. The best way to do this is using a paper towel that has been soaked in isopropyl or an electronic cleaner.

If the key fob is not working despite being not exposed to water, it could be due to a glitch in the receiver module, or even in the internal electronic chip. Reprogramming the keyfob using an OBDII scan may aid in these situations.

Water Damage

If your key fob took immersed in a puddle or pool or gone down the wash machine, it could have some water damage. You can usually be able to get it back up and running by taking off the battery and then scrubbing the circuit board with isopropyl alcohol. It's best to let the fob dry completely before putting in a new battery.

You could have a damaged module in the event that your key fob stops working after replacing the battery or reprogramming. There are reprogramming guidelines for most vehicles' fiat remote key replacement key fobs on YouTube or in your owner's guide. You can also reset your computer of your vehicle using the OBDII scanner tool.

Faulty Receiver Module

The key fob's chip is a chip that connects to the car's system. The chip will stop sending and receiving signals to the car if damaged. This can be caused by dropping the key fob, or due to exposure to water. If the key fob stopped working after exposure to water, it is possible to repair it by cleaning the chip with isopropyl ethanol or electronic cleaner.

If the fiat 500x key not detected fob does not respond to cleaning, it's possible that the receiver module has a fault and needs to be replaced. A faulty receiver can also cause the key to stop working. This usually happens due to electromagnetic interference.

Faulty Electronic Chip

The electronic chip in your key fob is a vital component of the anti-theft systems in your car. It sends a signal to the immobiliser in your car that tells it that the key is valid. Your car won't start when the chip is damaged.

A malfunctioning chip could be caused by interference signals from other objects, bad weather conditions or transmitters on the same frequency near your vehicle. In this case the replacement fob will be required.

Contacts to the battery are not working properly.

The battery contacts on the key fob could be damaged through heavy use. If they're damaged or bent, the key fob won't send any signals to the receiver modules inside the car.

Modern fobs are equipped with rubber seals that keep out water. In the event of submerging them in water, even if just the slightest splash or drizzle could harm the chip's electronic circuit.

The key fob is equipped with an electronic chip that communicates with the immobilizer system of the vehicle in order to start it. This system uses crypto coding systems in vehicles that are more modern, or the old red key system for older ones. If this chip is faulty it must be replaced.

A faulty 12 Volt battery

A faulty battery may cause the key fob not to work. When this occurs the car's computer will not recognize that the remote is inside the vehicle.

Before you replace the battery, test it with a voltmeter to determine its capacity. A fully charged battery will read 12.6 volts. If the reading drops significantly then it's time to replace it.

Set an electrical load for a few moments on the battery to test its capacity. This will eliminate about 1% of the surface charge. Then, you can measure the voltage. The better the battery's capacity is, the longer it will keep its voltage. Ideal is that it stays close to 12 volts for several minutes.

Problems with Radio Signal

This is the most typical reason for the key fob not sending signals to vehicles. This problem can be solved by replacing the battery. It is however important to purchase a battery with the same voltage and size as the original one.

Fobs are subject to a lot of abuse, and they aren't indestructible. Contacts on batteries and buttons can be damaged through rough handling.

A signal can also be affected by other objects or transmitters that use the same frequency. For example, a light-control panel in your home could send interference on the same bandwidth that key fobs use. This can affect the remote control of your car.

Incorrect OBDII Scan Tool

There are many reasons a scanner tool may not perform. Certain are more complicated than others.

Professional scan tools let mechanics to look over the fiat car keys cut's network and run various self-tests. These can be real time savers, however they're also expensive, and beyond the range of most DIYers.

If your OBD2 scan tool doesn't turn on, make sure you check the voltage at the terminals 16 (scantool power) and 4 (chassis earth). If they're both in good shape it's possible that a fuse has been blown. This is the most frequent reason for a scan tool to fail. The easiest solution is to replace the blown fuse.