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Key Fob Replacement for the Seat Ibiza The facelifted fifth generation Ibiza is an attractive contender in the supermini segment It goes toetotoe with the Renault Clio Peugeot 208 and Ford Fiesta Make use of a small screwdriver with a flat head or a thumbnail A to open the battery compartment cover on the key fob B Replace the CR2025 coin battery and ensure it is in the correct direction and polarity Dead Coin Battery The most frequent reason for a key fob to not lock or unlock your vehicle is a dead coin battery When it is dead youll notice the decrease in range or no power It is easy to replace it with a brand new CR2025 one from your local supermarket Be aware that defective or defective batteries could cause damage to the key fob Be sure that the replacement battery is the same size and voltage as well as the same specification If your fob was exposed to clean water like rain or soapy tap water it is likely that the chip inside has been damaged due to corrosion You might try cleaning your chip with isopropyl alcohol or an electronic cleaner to see if it helps but it is likely the chip is damaged A new key fob is the simplest solution They are available at most major dealerships and can be fitted by a professional mechanic They can also be purchased on the internet through sites like ebay It is best to work on a surface with good lighting It is easier to work with the small parts This can also help to avoid putting things back into the wrong place Always keep the key fob in a secure and safe space Water Damage If your fobs key gets soaked by dropping it in the pool or throwing it in the wash you might think that its lost but theres hope The problem is when the circuit board inside the fob comes into contact with water It creates an excellent conductor and cuts off components It also speeds up the process of rust and corrosion Fortunately this is easy to fix Find something absorbent and place it inside the fob a paper towl or tissue works well Make use of a cotton swab and isopropyl for cleaning the circuit board as well as any other components Allow the circuit board to air dry in a warm dry environment for several weeks Replace the battery after the fob is dried out with a fresh one that has the same dimensions and polarity pointing upwards It isnt easy to open up the fob in order to access the battery but if have a small flathead screwdriver that you have at hand it will be able to insert easily Once the fob has been reassembled it should function in a normal manner If it doesnt work youll need to reprogram it or replace the receiver module Radio Interference If a keyfob works properly it broadcasts an audio frequency that is picked up by a receiver module inside your car If the signal is not received your key fob wont work This could be due factors like weather conditions objects or other transmitters operating on the same frequency band near your car In this scenario it is recommended to replace the battery on your key fob In this instance its best to replace the battery on your key fob Some aftermarket LED lighting that utilizes the same frequency as a remote key fob could interfere with the signal and prevent it from reaching the receiver modules The LEDs light source must be switched off or changed to a different frequency to be able to avoid interference If the problem persists after replacing the battery the antenna on your key fob may be damaged or inoperable This is important since the antenna is responsible for transmitting an indication from the key fob to the receiver module The OBDII scanner is able to assist in diagnosing the problem by revealing whats wrong with the system The scanner will ask you for details about the vehicle you own including the make and model as well as the engine type and VIN number Faulty Receiver Module The key fob is equipped with a receiver module which transmits signals to lock and unlock the key fob If this module fails and the onboard electronics will stop working Reprogramming the key fob with an OBDII scan or replacing it may help There are a variety of possible reasons for this problem such as a dead coin battery water damage or signal interference You can try resetting the onboard computer by disconnecting the 12 volt battery for 15 minutes This will drain any remaining electricity that could be causing problems Take the cable off first of the negative terminal then from the positive terminal After 15 minutes reconnect the battery in reverse order first positive second seat leon spare key cost inside the key fob may be damaged by water or dirt If your key stopped working when it was wet you need to clean the electronic component with isopropyl Alcohol or an electronics cleaner before installing the battery If the key stopped working after exposure to soapy or salted water it is likely that the chip has become fried and needs to be replaced Another possibility is an inoperable antenna module fuse that is sending the lock and unlock signal to the vehicle The fuse can be found in various places based on the type of vehicle For instance it could be beneath the rear seat or trunk or the side of the dashboard