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Key Fob Replacement for the Seat Ibiza The fifthgeneration Ibiza is revamped is a contender for the supermini segment It competes with the Renault Clio and Peugeot 208 as well as the Ford Fiesta Using a thumb nail or small screwdriver with a flatheaded head A to lift up the key fob compartment cover B Replace the CR2025 coin battery to ensure that it is placed in the correct direction and polarity Dead Coin Battery The most common reason for a key fob to not lock or unlock your car is a dead coin battery It is likely to show signs before it dies such as a decreasing range or no power at all It is easy to replace with a new one CR2025 from an area supermarket Be aware that using the wrong or incompatible batteries can cause damage to your key fob Make sure that the battery you purchase is identical in size specifications and voltage as the old one If your fob was exposed to clean water such as rain or soapy tap water it is likely that the chip inside has been damaged due to corrosion You can clean the chip with isopropyl or electronic cleaners to determine if that aids but the chip is fried The simplest option is to buy a new key fob Major car dealers sell key fobs and they can be installed by an experienced mechanic They can also be bought on the internet from sites like ebay It is recommended to work on a surface with adequate lighting This makes it easier to work on the tiny parts inside This will also help you to avoid putting something back in the wrong place Always keep the key fob in a secure and safe location Water Damage You may think your key fob is damaged if you drop it in a pool or accidentally wash it But theres a way to salvage it seat key transponder programming starts when the circuit board within the fob comes into contact with water it creates a fantastic conductor and cuts off components It also accelerates corrosion and rust This is a simple solution Find something absorbent to put inside the fob A tissue or paper towel will work Use a cotton swab soaked in isopropyl to wash the circuit board as well as any other components Let the fob air dry in a warm dry environment for several weeks When the fob has been drained and the battery is replaced with a new one of the same size and the same polarity that is pointing upwards It can be tricky to open up the fob in order to access the battery however if you have a small screwdriver that is flat that you have at hand it will be able to insert easily Once the fob has been repaired it should function like a normal If it doesnt work youll have to reprogramme it or replace the receiver module Radio Interference If a keyfob functions correctly it emits a radio frequency that is picked up by a receiver module in your car If the signal is disrupted the key fob will not work This can be caused by objects such as weather conditions objects or other transmitters that operate at the same frequency close to your car In this scenario it is best to replace the battery on your key fob In this situation its best to replace the battery in your key fob Some LED lighting accessories which uses the same frequency as a key fob for remote control could interfere with the signal stopping it from reaching receiver modules To prevent interference the LED lights must be turned off or to a different frequency If the issue continues to persist after replacing the battery the antenna on your key fob could be damaged or is malfunctioning The antenna is responsible for transmitting signals between the key fob and the receiver module Utilizing an OBDII scanner will aid in diagnosing the issue by revealing whats wrong with the system The scanner will request details about your vehicle including the model and make along with the engine type and VIN number Faulty Receiver Module The key fob features a receiver module that sends signals to lock and unlock the key fob All electronic components on board will cease functioning if this component has a problem If this is the case Reprogramming using an OBDII scanner or replacing the key fob may aid This problem can be caused by a dead coincell battery or a water damage or signal interference You can try resetting the onboard computer by disconnecting the 12 volt battery for 15 minutes This will remove any remaining electrical energy that could be causing issues Start by removing the cable from the negative terminal first followed by the positive terminal After 15 minutes connect your battery in reverse order First positive and then negative and finally negative The internal chip of the key fob could be damaged by water or dirt If your key fob stops working after being wet wash it with isopropyl or electronics cleaner After that replace the battery If it stops working after exposure to salty or soapy water the chip is likely damaged and needs to be replaced Another possibility is a damaged antenna module fuse that is sending the lock or unlock signal to the vehicle Depending on the model the fuse can be located in one of the many locations like the engine bay side of the dashboard under the rear seat or in the trunk