Finally, if you need another manufacturer, click here.
Retrieving the mechanical key
The Key Fobs used in Fiat models built after 2010 are sleek and rounded (see the image to the right). Slide the mechanical latch at the top of the back of the Fob to the side and pull the emergency key out with your free hand.
Getting Inside
In the vast majority of Fiat models, a key hole is visible at the back of the driver’s door. Simply insert the mechanical key and turn and you’re in.
In 2023, the Fiat 500X will be hiding its keyhole behind a small cap in the handle recess (see image). The cap is easily removed with a fingernail, using the access hole shown to the right. Once removed the use the mechanical key in the keyhole to unlock the door, and you’ll be inside.
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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.
These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.
Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.
The author has 25 years of automotive experience and has assembled the most extensive collection of symbols and warning lights anywhere (over 1,000!) and can help you open and start any keyless start car with a dead key fob battery. BA, St. Joseph’s College, ME: MS, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, NY
So, what is that light on your dashboard? What follows is easily the most complete list available of symbols and warnings that may appear in and on your car’s dashboard or instrument cluster.
The following are warning lights and indicators found in vehicles built by Jeep. Click the link to the right of each one to learn more.
How They Are Presented
They are ordered primarily by color and roughly by importance within the colors. First up are red, followed by strictly yellow/amber/orange indicators, then blue and green symbols and finally white and gray scale symbols. There are over 100 of them, so search carefully!
Need the symbols for another manufacturer? Click here!
Models examined include Cherokee, Compass, Patriot, Renegade and Wrangler.
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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.
These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.
Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.
The author has 25 years of automotive experience and has assembled the most extensive collection of symbols and warning lights anywhere (over 1,000!) and can help you open and start any keyless start car with a dead key fob battery. BA, St. Joseph’s College, ME: MS, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, NY
How to Open, Start and Replace Fob Batteries in Fiat, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram Vehicles
We have eleven videos offering help to Fiat, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram drivers who’s key fobs or remote controls have gone dead.
Battery replacement videos are shown towards the end.
This video covers the new Jeep Gladiator and newer (2018 and up) Jeep Wrangler featuring a new key fob.
This video features a 2017 Pacifica that uses a new style fob and incorrect starting instructions in the owner’s manual!
This updates pre-2012 Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge vehicles with the removable push button.
Here’s a video that will help with newer Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram models.
And another video for Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles built before 2010 and featuring the tapered key fob.
This one is exclusive to Fiat owners.
A video of us replacing the battery in a new style (2017) key fob or remote control.
Another battery replacement for a Fiat key fob. Subtle differences from other FCA fobs.
Here is the battery replacement process in a newer style FCA key fob.
An early Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge key fob battery replacement.
A new flip key for Jeep.
Models covered include the 200, 300, Town and Country, Challenger, Charger, Dart, Durango, Caravan, Journey, Viper, Cherokee, Compass, Gladiator, Renegade, Wrangler, Patriot, 1500, 2500, 3500, Promaster, Avenger, Caliber, Fiat, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Fiat 500.
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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.
These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.
Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.
The author has 25 years of automotive experience and has assembled the most extensive collection of symbols and warning lights anywhere (over 1,000!) and can help you open and start any keyless start car with a dead key fob battery. BA, St. Joseph’s College, ME: MS, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, NY
We post videos here of us replacing batteries in key fobs or remotes.
Manufacturers are listed in alphabetical order. All GM, Stellantis (FCA (except Wagoneer)), Nissan, and Toyota Motors made vehicles are grouped together under their parent company names.
FCA, early (tapered) Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge key fob battery replacement.
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FCA, for a Fiat.
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FCA, newest key fob style.
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FCA, for Maserati.
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FCA for a new Jeep flip key fob.
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Ford, Lincoln Fobs
Ford and Lincoln, one of three key fob styles, updated.
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Ford and Lincoln, a second key fob style.
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Ford/Lincoln, a third fob, introduced in 2016.
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General Motors Fobs
General Motors fob in use since 2021 across all makes.
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General Motors late model fob.
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GM, a newer Chevrolet key fob.
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An even newer Chevrolet fob, and better battery handling.
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GM, a Buick flip key.
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GM, Buick key fob, updated.
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GM, for a Cadillac.
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GM, 2021 and newer Cadillac.
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GM, for GMC models.
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This one is for a Chevrolet flip key, still in use with some keyless start cars.
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Holden Fob
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Honda Fobs
Honda, older key fob.
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And a new Honda key fob. Be VERY careful with these!
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Hyundai, Kia Fobs
Kia key fob, Pre-2014. Some Hyundai fobs may be similar.
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Newer Kia key fob.
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This video cover the side button 2019 and newer Kia fob
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This one is for a newer Hyundai key fob. A little different from the one above.
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Land Rover Jaguar Fobs
A fob from Land Rover. Newer Jaguars also use this style.
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Post 2018 (roughly) Land Rover, Jaguar DIY key fob battery replacement.
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Toyota, Lexus Fobs
Most common Lexus key fob. Toyota fobs may be similar.
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Next gen Lexus or Toyota key fob, updated.
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2019 and newer Lexus.
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This one covers Toyotas exclusively.
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Toyota Post 2018 key fob battery replacement.
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Mercedes-Benz Fobs
Older Mercedes-Benz key fob.
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New style Mercedes-Benz key fob.
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Mitsubishi Fob
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Nissan, Infiniti Fobs
Most common four button Nissan and Infiniti key fobs, updated.
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Nissan three button key fob, updated.
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The latest key fob style, so far used in an Infinity only.
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Porsche Fob
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Subaru Fob
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Tesla Fobs
Tesla fob, Model X only.
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This one covers the Model S.
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VW Fobs
Volkswagen flip key-style key fob.
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Volkswagen embedded mechanical key style.
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Newer flip key style.
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Volvo, Polestar Fobs
Volvo key fob, older models.
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Volvo, Polestar, new generation key fob.
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Wagoneer Fob
Wagoneer key fob, new models (post 2021).
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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.
These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.
Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.
The author has 25 years of automotive experience and has assembled the most extensive collection of symbols and warning lights anywhere (over 1,000!) and can help you open and start any keyless start car with a dead key fob battery. BA, St. Joseph’s College, ME: MS, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, NY
The Key Fobs used in Fiat models built after 2010 are sleek and rounded (see the image to the right). Slide the mechanical latch at the top of the back of the Fob to the side and pull the emergency key out with your free hand.
In 2023, the Fiat 500X will be hiding its keyhole behind a small cap in the handle recess (see image). The cap is easily removed with a fingernail, using the access hole shown to the right. Once removed the use the mechanical key in the keyhole to unlock the door, and you’ll be inside.
Jeep Dashboard Symbols
