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Key Fob Replacement for the Seat Ibiza The refreshed fifthgeneration Ibiza is a contender in the crowded supermini segment It competes against the Renault Clio Peugeot 208 and Ford Fiesta Using a thumb nail or small screwdriver with a flat head A prise upwards the key fob battery compartment cover B Replace the CR2025 coin battery and ensure it is fitted in the correct direction and polarity Dead Coin Battery The most frequent reason for a key fob to not unlock or lock your car is a dead coin battery It is likely to show signs before it dies such as a decreased range or no power at any time It is easy to replace it with a fresh one CR2025 from the local supermarket Be aware that using the wrong or unsuitable batteries can cause damage to your key fob Make sure that the new battery is the same size specification and voltage as your old one If your fob was exposed to clean water like rain or soapy tap water it is likely that the chip inside has been damaged by corrosion You could clean the chip with isopropyl or electronic cleaners to determine if that helps but the chip is fried The simplest solution is to buy a new key fob Most major car dealers offer key fobs and they can be installed by a skilled mechanic You can also buy them online like on eBay It is best to work on a surface with adequate lighting It is much easier to work on the smaller parts You will also be able to avoid putting things in the wrong place Always keep your key fob in an area that is safe and secure Water Damage You may think that your key fob is lost if you drop it into the pool or accidentally wash it Theres a chance If the circuit board inside the fob is exposed to water it transforms into a conductor that shorts out the components It also speeds up the process of rust and corrosion Luckily this is a simple issue to fix Find something absorbent to place inside the fob A paper towel or tissue will be ideal Then use the cotton swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol and wipe down the circuit board and other components to clean out any residues of acid from batteries and contamination Allow the circuit board to air dry in a warm dry environment for a few weeks When the fob has dried out then replace the battery with a new one of the same size and the same polarity pointing upwards seat ibiza keys may be difficult to open to access the battery however If you have a flathead screwdriver in your toolbox it should be easy to insert After the fob is reassembled it should function as normal If it doesnt then youll need to reprogram it or replace the receiver module Radio Interference If a keyfob works correctly it emits the radio frequency which is picked up by a receiver module in your car If the signal is interrupted the key fob will not work This could be due to objects such as weather conditions objects or other transmitters that operate on the same frequency near your car In this case it is recommended to replace the battery in your key fob It is recommended to replace the battery in your key fob Some LED lighting accessories that utilizes the same frequencies as the remote control key fob could interfere with the signal preventing it from reaching receiver modules The LED light must be switched off or changed to a different frequency in order to avoid interference If youve just replaced the battery in your key fob and the issue persists it is likely that the key fobs antenna is damaged or inoperable The antenna is responsible for transmitting signals between the key fob and the receiver module Utilizing an OBDII scanner will assist in diagnosing the problem by revealing whats wrong with the system The scanner will ask for details about your vehicle like the make and model engine type and VIN number Faulty Receiver Module The key fob is equipped with the receiver module which transmits the signals to lock and unlock If the receiver module develops a fault and the onboard electronics will stop working If this happens reprogramming with an OBDII scanner or replacing the key fob could aid There are a variety of possibilities for the cause of this problem that could be the cause such as the battery of the coin is dead water damage or signal interference It is possible to reset the onboard computer by disconnecting the 12 Volt batteries for 15 mins This will remove any remaining electrical energy that could be causing issues Remove the cable first from the negative terminal then the positive terminal After 15 minutes connect the battery in reverse order first positive then negative second Dirt and water can damage the internal chip of the key fob If your keys function stopped after being wet wipe the electronic component with isopropyl Alcohol or an electronic cleaner prior to installing the battery If it stopped working after exposure to salty or soapy water the chip could be damaged and needs to be replaced Another possibility is a defective antenna module fuse that is sending the signal to lock or unlock to the vehicle The fuse can be located in several places depending on the model For example it could be located under the rear seat or in the trunk or on the side of the dashboard