How to Replace a Kia CEED Key Fob
Key fobs, as with all battery-powered devices, eventually display warning signs when the batteries start to degrade. The warning signs can include an absence of range or the inability to unlock or start your vehicle.
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How to Replace the Battery
The key fob of your Kia allows you to lock and unlock your vehicle remotely. However the battery could eventually fail. If this occurs, you'll have to learn how to replace the battery of your Kia key fob to get back on the road. It's easy to do and you can do it yourself, in case you're prepared.
The average life expectancy of key fob batteries is between two and three years. There are a few warning signs that the battery in a key fob is starting to wear out. The most obvious indicator is a gradual decrease in range of the transmitter. This implies that you'll need to be closer to the car to lock or unlock it. Certain key fobs display an indicator on the dashboard when the battery is depleted.
To replace a key fob battery You'll need a normal flathead screwdriver as well as a small tool that can separate the fob into its two pieces. Put the tip of the screwdriver into the slot on the back of the key fob which does not hold the key blade that is mechanical, and then gently pull the case open. Take out the old battery and replace it with a brand new one. Note its position.
You can buy a CR2032 in most hardware stores. Install the new battery and close the case.
How do you replace the transmitter?
Kia's smart keys work to make the lives of Brandon drivers just a little bit easier. One benefit is that you can lock or unlock your car from a distance by pressing the button on the Kia fob. The battery inside the Kia fob may be worn out over time. You'll notice that you have to be nearer to your vehicle to lock or unlock it. The Keylab could also be that the car doesn't recognize the fob or display an error message on the dashboard when you press the keyless entry button.
It's not a big task to replace the battery for the keyfob transmitter on a Kia. To open the fob you'll need a flathead driver. Be cautious not to damage internal components or the mechanical key. After you've opened the case you can take off the old CR2032 and replace it with a new one.
Changing the transmitter or smart key fob battery in your Kia isn't something that you'll need to do regularly, but it's important to know what to do if the time ever comes that you'll must. Matt Castrucci Kia has created a guide to help you change the battery of your key fob.
How do I replace the Smart Key
Kia's Smart Key system is a great convenience feature that allows drivers to lock and unlock their vehicles without having to search for their keys in their pockets. Like any battery-powered device, the life span of the key fob is short and it's a good idea to have an extra. The replacement procedure is relatively simple. The process can be accomplished in just a few minutes with a flathead screwdriver.
Remove the mechanical key blade first from the fob. To do this, insert the tip of a screwdriver in the slit on the side of the key fob, which is in the opposite direction to the one that contains the mechanical key. Press the button on the bottom of the fob to release it. The old battery should come out easily.
Then, take the time to replace the CR2032 battery. Use the tip of your screwdriver to find the slot that will fit the blade of the emergency key. Then, insert the new battery into its slot and gently pry the two halves of the key fob back together.
Changing your car's key fob battery isn't something you'll have to do every day but it's an important knowledge to have when the time comes. Knowing this will save you from the stress of calling an expert mechanic and wait for them to show up.
How to replace the Mechanical Key
A remote car key fob permits owners to lock and unlock their Kia vehicle at a distance, without having to fiddle with the physical key. The fob also has buttons that control features like the trunk, liftgate or activate a panic alert.
The smart key fobs for keys that come with Kia vehicles have been developed to last for a long time. Like all battery-powered products they will eventually display warning indicators of battery failure. The most frequent indicator is a loss in range which means that the vehicle will have to be closer to the fob to unlock or lock it.
If you're experiencing this issue, you'll need to replace the fob's key mechanical. Luckily, the process is fairly easy, and you don't require any special tools. Turn the key off and wait for the locks to cycle. Utilize a small flathead screwdriver to wedge the tip of the screwdriver inside the key fob, which is where the keys for emergencies are kept.
After you've inserted your screwdriver, you will hear it click. The mechanical key can be removed, the battery removed and a fresh battery installed. You'll then be ready to drive on the Rogers roads again! If you have any further concerns, please contact the service team at our Kia dealership in Muncie. We'll be happy to walk you through each step!