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fiat red key Panda fiat key fob replacement fobs contain a transponder chip which sends signals to your car to open the doors or start the engine. However, the fob can be inoperable due to various reasons.

A dead coin battery is the most common cause of malfunctioning keys. Other causes are water damage, a faulty module, and interference signals.

Dead Coin Battery

If your key fob's battery is dead, the first thing to do is replace it. Make use of a new button battery with identical in size, voltage and specification as the original.

If the key fob was exposed to water, like a splash of rain or salt water on the beach, it needs to be cleaned before it can be used again. A paper towel soaked with isopropyl alcohol or electronic cleaner can work wonders.

If the key fob isn't working despite being not exposed to water it could be due to a problem in the receiver module, or even in the internal electronic chip. Reprogramming the keyfob by using an OBDII scan may assist in these situations.

Water Damage

If your key fob has taken an immersion in the pool or puddle or even a trip down the washing machine, you might have some water damage. It's possible to repair it by getting rid of the batteries and cleaning the circuit board using ruby alcohol. It's best to let the board completely dry before putting in batteries.

If your key fob has stopped working, even after replacing the battery and programming it again, you might have a problem with the receiver module. You can find instructions for reprograming the majority of remote keys on YouTube, or consult the owner's manual. You can also try resetting the car's computer onboard using the OBDII scan tool.

Faulty Receiver Module

The key fob has a chip that communicates with the vehicle's system. If this chip becomes damaged, it will be unable to longer send and receive signals to the vehicle. This can be caused by dropping the key fob or by exposure to water. If your key fob stopped functioning due to exposure to water or water exposure, you might be able fix the issue if you clean the chip using electronic cleaner or isopropyl alcohol.

If the key fob continues to not respond following cleaning, then it is likely that the receiver module is not functioning properly and needs to be replaced. A faulty receiver module can also cause the remote control key to not function. This is usually due to electromagnetic interference.

Faulty Electronic Chip

The electronic chip that is in your key fob plays a crucial part in the anti-theft security system of your car. It sends a message to the immobiliser inside your car to tell it if the key is valid. The car won't start when the chip is damaged.

A malfunctioning chip can be caused by interference from other objects, bad weather or transmitters close to your vehicle. In this instance, you will need a new key fob.

Contacts to the battery are not working properly.

The battery contacts inside the key fob are delicate and can get damaged by repeated use. If they are damaged or bent, the fob will not be able to send any signals to the receiver modules inside the car.

Modern fobs feature rubber seals to keep out water. Submerging them in water even if it's just small splash or drizzle can harm the electronic chip.

The key fob contains chips that communicate with the vehicle's immobilizer to allow it to allow it to start. This system utilizes cryptocoding systems in vehicles that are more modern or the red key system for older models. This chip needs to be replaced if it's damaged.

Problematic 12 Volt Battery

A damaged battery can cause the key fob to cease to function. When this occurs, the car's computer system won't recognize that the remote is within the vehicle.

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

To determine the capacity of a battery to determine its capacity, put an electric load on it for a few minutes. This will eliminate about 1 percent of the charge on the surface. Then, you can measure the voltage. The better the battery's capacity, the longer it can keep its voltage. Ideally, it will remain at 12 volts or less for several minutes.

Radio Signal Faulty Radio Signal

This is the most typical reason for a keyfob that ceases to send signals to the car. The battery is able to be replaced to resolve this problem. However, it is important to purchase a battery with the same voltage and size as the original one.

Fobs aren't impervious to damage and can take a lot. The battery contacts and buttons could be damaged by rough handling.

The signal could also be affected by other transmitters or objects that use the same frequency. For instance, a lighting control panel in your home could send interference over the same bandwidth that key fobs use. This could cause interference with the remote control of your car.

Incorrect OBDII Scan Tool

There are a number of reasons why a scan tool may not work. Some are more complex than others.

Professional scan tools let a mechanic observe the car's networks and run various self-tests. These can be real time savers but they are also extremely expensive, and out of the budget of many DIYers.

If your OBD2 scanner doesn't work examine the voltage at terminal 16 (scan tool power) and terminal 4 (chassis ground). If these are OK it's likely that a fuse has blown. This is among the most frequent causes of failures in the scan tool. It is usually easy to fix the problem by replacing the blown fuse.