Technical Fob not starting engine - spare key does

bennyinkwell · Apr 2, 2018

Hi
I've just bought a Panda 1.2 Dynamic 2007 with a fob and spare (blue) key. The fob unlocks/locks doors etc but will not start the engine. It just turns over without firing. The spare key, however, does start the engine. I've looked at the threads but there doesn't seem to be an answer for simpletons like me. Any help please?

g8rpi · Apr 2, 2018

Hi,
Either the immobiliser transponder "chip" in the fob is faulty (or missing) or the fob is no longer programmed to the car. A locksmith should be able to tell if the transponder is still working. Re-programming requires specialist software (Fiat's Examiner, Multiecuscan or Alfa OBD) and the CODE number for the car.

Robert G8RPI.

bennyinkwell · Apr 2, 2018

Thanks Robert - I've got a car key specialist company near me so I'll contact them.

bennyinkwell · Jun 28, 2018

I've checked with a key specialist who checked both keys and they have different codes. A new 'spare' key will be about £85 and a new fob key will be £200 - £250. I think I'll just carry both keys as I have been doing!

g8rpi · Jun 28, 2018

The keys should have different codes

The car needs to programmed to accept the fob. You will probably have to take it to a main dealer though. Make sure you take all the keys.

Robert G8RPI.

A3jeroen · Jun 29, 2018

I think MES (full version) can do that too.

gr J

g8rpi · Jun 29, 2018

A3jeroen said:
I think MES (full version) can do that too.

gr J

It can with the later CODE system not sure about the master (blue or red) key system but Don't think it will. Would need to know what make & model body computer and engine ECU are fitted to the car.

Robert G8RPI.

varesecrazy · Jun 29, 2018

Just coding an existing key.. is 20 mins work.

Do you have the necessary FIAT CODE though?
Charlie

ponsaloti · Jun 29, 2018

bennyinkwell said:
Hi
I've just bought a Panda 1.2 Dynamic 2007 with a fob and spare (blue) key. The fob unlocks/locks doors etc but will not start the engine. It just turns over without firing. The spare key, however, does start the engine. I've looked at the threads but there doesn't seem to be an answer for simpletons like me. Any help please?

I'm in Benfleet Essex.
Pop in and I can talk youthru it.

bennyinkwell · Jun 29, 2018

Thanks so much for the offer but I'm in Birmingham!

bennyinkwell · Jun 29, 2018

Yes I have the code.

DaveMcT · Jun 30, 2018

bennyinkwell said:
Thanks so much for the offer but I'm in Birmingham!

A trip to Benfleet is still cheaper than some of the "quotes" you've had.

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