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Seat Alhambra Key Problems Seats family MPV jumbo is among the top in the class when it comes to maintaining resale value And with a new model available its better than ever There are a myriad of reasons the key fob may not work properly including an inoperative coin battery or damage to the receiver module or signal interference This article will guide you through the steps needed to get it back in working order Water Damage If your key fob for the seat alhambra withstands an wash cycle or a dip in the ocean or a pool then it is equipped with a waterproof chip But The KeyLab do this often as excessive exposure to water can increase chances of the key fob becoming damaged If the key fob stops functioning after exposure to clean water from the tap or rain then simply remove the battery wipe the electronic component with paper towel and let it dry completely before putting the battery back into If the key fob was exposed to salty or soapy water and salty water it is recommended you clean the chip with isopropyl or electronic cleaner Faulty Receiver Module If you have tried an entirely new battery for your button and the key fob still does not lock or unlock its likely that the receiver module has discovered a problem The positive side is that this is a fairly easy and costeffective fix You can just disconnect the 12 volt battery for several minutes first remove the negative cable and press the horn button a few times to eliminate any remaining electric current then reconnect it in reverse order eg Positive first followed by negative ESP Warning Light If the ESP symbol is illuminated this is normal It indicates that you are driving on terrain that has poor traction This could be caused by snow gravel or surface water If the ESP warning light is constantly illuminated it indicates that there is an error within the system It is best to be diagnosed using a iCarsoft i908 Seat OBD Code Reader kit that will give you a specific fault description Dead Coin Battery A dead battery for the coin is among the most common causes for the keys for the seat to stop working The key fob is powered by a small buttoncell battery Replace it with a new battery that has the exact voltage size and specification as the original If youre replacing the battery ensure that you remove all metal clips from the back of the key fob and ensure that the contacts are free of corrosion If the key fob has been exposed water such as soapy or rain its recommended that you take the battery off and clean the electronic chip with alcohol or an electronic cleaner prior to inserting the new battery The chip may be permanently damaged by moisture If the key fob is still not working after replacing the battery it might be necessary to replace the entire key fob Faulty Receiver Module If your key fob stopped working after you replaced the battery and it did not help or it just stopped working out of the blue then your receiver module could have developed an issue The receiver module is responsible for absorbing the radio frequency signals sent by your remote key fob and changing them into electrical signals that are then used by other modules in the car If the receiver module has suffered a malfunction that prevents it from responding to any of the commands received by your remote key fob In this situation youll need to visit a dealer to reprogram the key fob and also a new receiver module The key fob has been sealed by rubber to block water from getting inside the electronic chip If you submerge the key fob into salted or soapy water it could damage the chip If your key fob isnt able to function you can try cleaning the chip using isopropyl or an electronic cleaner If the keys have been paired but the receiver module has developed a fault you can try rebooting all the onboard electronics by removing the battery that is 12 volts for a short period of time Connect the battery in reverse negative cable to positive first This resets all the electronic components on board and bring them back into operation Electronic Chip Faulty The key fob houses tiny electronic chips that sends a signal to the receiver module every time the key is used If the signal doesnt match that stored by the car the immobilizer is able to shut off the engine and prevent the vehicle from starting If the key fob does not work and you arent able to reprogram it this could be because of a faulty microchip The chip inside the key fob may have change in order to get it working again The best way to do this is to remove the key from its housing and using a pin needle to connect with each of the metal retaining clips If these are corroded or broken you will have to replace them to allow the remote control to work Make sure that the replacement batteries are of the same voltage size and specification as the original Seat Alhambra is a wellknown and welldesigned model can be a bit troublesome with certain components or equipment For example some owners have encountered issues with the auto climate control system which could fail and become stuck in a particular setting Additionally the infotainment feature has also been reported to malfunction and freeze screens