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If the Fiat Panda Remote Buttons Don't Work, It's Not Necessarily the Battery's Fault

Model: Fiat Panda 169, MK 2 - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
Part: Key

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If the Fiat Panda remote isn't working, it isn't necessarily the remote's fault. In the case shown in this video, the issue is worn rubber buttons, as the contact functions normally.

The YouTuber removed the rubber buttons and confirmed that the contact works fine; the problem is indeed the rubber button itself. A good spray of Contact Cleaner (WD-40 works well too) may help resolve the issue, but unfortunately, it doesn't this time.

You can find the three replacement rubber buttons (including the boot release button of 12.5 mm) on eBay, code 403783416460, for £1.79 (+ £2.60 shipping). Using a flat screwdriver, remove the old buttons and replace them with the new ones, which simply snap into place.

Job done!


Updated on 12 August 2026 by ScegliAuto


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