How to Replace a Kia CEED Key Fob
Key fobs, just like all battery-powered devices eventually display warning signs when the batteries begin to degrade. These warning signs could include a loss of range and the inability to start or unlock your vehicle.
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How do I replace the battery?
The key fob of your Kia lets you lock, unlock and start your vehicle remotely. However the battery may eventually fail. You'll need to know how you can replace the Kia's key fob in the event of this happening. It's not difficult and you can do it yourself, in case you're prepared.
The life expectancy of a key fob is two to three years. There are several warning signs that a key fob battery is starting to wear out. The most obvious is a gradual loss in range of the transmitter, which means you'll have to be closer to your vehicle when you want to lock or unlock it. Certain key fobs display a message on the dashboard when the battery is empty.
To replace a key fob's battery you'll require a standard flathead screwdriver as well as a small tool that can separate the fob into its two parts. The screwdriver's point should be placed into the slot on the side of the fob that does not hold the mechanical blade. Then, gently pry open the case using the screwdriver. Remove the battery from the case and insert a new one, ensuring to note the position of the battery.
The key fob has a CR2032 battery, and you can buy them from most hardware stores. Once you have a new battery, place it in the correct place and close the case.
How to Replace the Transmitter
Kia's smart key technology is designed to make the lives of Brandon drivers a more simple. One of the benefits is that you can lock or unlock your vehicle from a distance by pressing the button on the Kia fob. There are times when the battery in a Kia fob could begin to degrade. The first sign will be the need to be closer to the vehicle to lock or unlock it. You may also notice the car does not recognize the key fob when you hit the keyless button or displays an error message.
Fortunately, replacing the transmitter or key fob battery in a Kia shouldn't be a problem. You'll require a flathead screwdriver to open the fob, and you should be careful not to scratch the internal parts of the fob or the mechanical key. Once you've opened the case, you are able to take out the old battery and replace it with a new CR2032 battery.
It's not something you'll need to do often, but knowing how to change the transmitter or smart fob battery is important if you ever require it. To assist you get started, the Kia experts at Matt Castrucci Kia have created a step-by-step guide that will give you all the information you require to change your fob battery with the least hassle.
How do you replace the Smart Key
Kia's Smart Key is a great convenience that allows drivers to lock and unlock their vehicles without having their keys in their pockets. Like any battery-powered device, the time-to-life of the key fob is limited and it's a good idea to have an extra. The replacement process is quite simple. With just G28 Car Keys Solutions for flatheads it can be completed in minutes.
Start by removing the mechanical blade from the fob. To do this insert the screwdriver's tip in the slit of the side of the key fob, which is in the opposite direction to the one with the mechanical key. Then press the button on the bottom of the fob to let the mechanical key go. The key should then come out easily, and you can then remove the old battery from its slot.
Then take the opportunity to Replace the CR2032 battery. Make use of the tip of your screwdriver to locate the slot that is compatible with the blade of the emergency key. Then, place the new battery into its slot, and gently pull the two parts of the key fob back together.
It's not something you have to do every day but it's essential to know how to do when the time comes. This will save you the hassle of calling a mechanic to come out and waiting for them.
How to Replace a Mechanical Key
A remote car key fob allows owners to lock and unlock their Kia vehicle at a distance, without fumbling around with keys that are physically present. The fob might also have buttons that can control features such as the trunk or liftgate, or activate an alarm that is triggered by panic.
Luckily the smart key fobs that are used in Kia vehicles are designed to last. Like all battery-powered products they eventually show warning signs of battery loss. The most common indication is a decrease in range meaning that the vehicle will have to be within closer proximity to the fob in order to lock or unlock.
If you're experiencing this problem, you'll need to replace the fob's mechanical key. The process is relatively simple and doesn't need any special tools. Turn the key off and wait for the locks to cycle. Then take the screwdriver's small flathead to wedge the tip inside of the key fob, just opposite the area where the emergency key is stored.
After you've inserted your screwdriver, you should hear it click. Then, you can pull out the mechanical key, remove the battery and replace a new one. You'll then be ready to take to the Rogers roads again! Contact our service department at the Kia dealership in Muncie should you have any questions. We'll be happy to walk you through each step!