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Key Fob Replacement for the Seat Ibiza This refreshed fifthgeneration Ibiza is an attractive contender in the supermini segment It is up against the Renault Clio Peugeot 208 and Ford Fiesta Use a small flathead screwdriver or a thumbnail A to open the battery compartment cover of the key fob B Replace the CR2025 coin battery making sure it is placed in the correct direction and polarity Dead Coin Battery A dead battery on a coin is the most common reason of a key fob not locking or unlocking your car After it has died you will notice an increase in range or no power It is easy to replace it with a brand new CR2025 one from your local supermarket Be seat ibiza replacement key cost that using the wrong or noncompatible batteries can damage your key fob Make sure the battery you choose to replace is the same size and voltage and that it is the same specifications If your fob has been exposed to clean water such as rainwater or soapy tap water It is probable that corrosion has caused damage to the chips electronic components You can clean the chip using isopropyl or electronic cleaners to see if that helps but the chip is damaged The simplest solution is to buy an entirely new key fob They are available from most major car dealers and are fitted by a professional mechanic They can also be bought on ebay It is recommended to work on a surface that has good lighting It is much easier to work on small pieces It also allows you to avoid putting things in the wrong place Always work on your key fob in a place that is secure and safe Water Damage If your key fob is damaged by dropping it in the pool or slipping it in the wash you might think its a goner but theres hope When the circuit board inside the fob is exposed to water it turns into an electrical conductor which shorts the components It also speeds up the process of corrosion and rust Fortunately this is easy to fix Find something absorbent to place inside the fob A tissue or a paper towel will work well Use a cotton swab soaked in isopropyl to cleanse 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 when the fob has dried by replacing it with a new one with the same size and polarity pointing upwards It can be difficult to open the fob to get access to the battery but if have a small screwdriver with a flat head that you have at hand it will be able to insert easily Once the fob is reassembled it should work as normal If it fails you may need to program it again or replace the module Radio Interference If a keyfob works properly it sends out a radio frequency that is picked up by a receiver module in your vehicle If the signal is damaged in any way the key fob will not function as expected This could be due things weather conditions or other transmitters operating in the same frequency range close to your car This could cause your key fob to not activate the vehicles systems such as the ignition switch or the security system In this scenario it would be best to replace the battery on your key fob A few aftermarket LED lighting fixtures that utilizes the same frequency as the remote key fob may interfere with the signal and prevent it from reaching the receiver modules The LED light must be turned off or switched to a different frequency in order to keep out interference If the problem persists after installing a new battery the antenna on your key fob could be damaged or not functioning properly The antenna is responsible for transmitting signals between the key fob and the receiver module An OBDII scan will help you identify the issue by telling you exactly whats wrong with the system The scanner will request details about the vehicle you own including the model and make of the vehicle the type of engine and VIN number Faulty Receiver Module The key fob features a receiver module which transmits signals for locking and unlocking If the receiver module fails and the onboard electronics will cease to function If this happens then reprogramming the module using an OBDII scanner or replacing the key fob may help This problem can be caused by a dead coincell either from water damage or signal interference You can try resetting the onboard computer by disconnecting the battery 12 volts for 15 minutes This will flush out any residual electrical energy that could be causing problems Take the cable off first of the negative terminal then the positive terminal After 15 minutes connect your battery in reverse order First positive then negative second The internal chip of the key fob can be damaged by dirt or water If your key has stopped working after being wet wipe the electronic component with isopropyl alcohol or an electronics cleaner before reinstalling the battery If it stops working after exposure to soapy or salty water the chip is likely fried and will need to be replaced Another possibility is an inoperable antenna module fuse which transmits the lock or unlock signal to the vehicle The fuse may be located in various places based on the model For example it could be located under the rear seat or trunk or on the side of the dashboard