How to Replace a Kia CEED Key Fob
Key fobs, like most battery-powered devices, eventually display warning signals when the batteries start to degrade. The warning signs can include a loss of range and the inability to unlock or start your vehicle.
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How to Replace the Battery
The key fob in your Kia lets you lock and unlock your vehicle remotely. However the battery will eventually fail. You'll be required to know how to replace the Kia key fob if this happens. It's easy to do and you can do it yourself provided you're prepared.
The typical life expectancy for a key fob is between two and three years. There are a variety of warning signs that a key fob's battery is wearing out. The most obvious is a gradual loss of range of the transmitter, meaning that you'll need to be nearer to your vehicle if you want to lock or unlock it. Some key fobs show a message on the dashboard when the battery is low.
To replace a key fob battery you'll require a standard flathead screwdriver as well as a small tool that will allow you to split the fob into two pieces. Use the end of the screwdriver in the slot on the side of the key fob that does not hold the mechanical key blade, and gently push the case open. Remove kia key fob replacement from the case and replace it with a new one, and be sure to note its position.
You can buy a CR2032 at a majority of hardware stores. After you have purchased a new battery, place it in the case and then close the case.
How do you replace the transmitter?
Kia's smart-key technology makes life easier for Brandon drivers. One of the perks is the ability to lock and unlock the car remotely when near, simply hold the button on your Kia fob, or pressing it into the door handle. However, there are instances when the battery in the Kia fob could begin to wear out. The first sign will be to be closer to your vehicle in order to lock or unlock it. It could also be that the car doesn't recognize the fob or display an alert on the dashboard when you hit the keyless entry button.
Fortunately, replacing the transmitter or key fob battery in a Kia isn't too difficult. You'll need a flathead screwdriver to open the fob, and you must be careful not to damage the internal components of the fob as well as the mechanical key. After you have opened the case, you can take out the battery that was in it and replace it with a brand new CR2032 battery.
Changing the transmitter or smart key fob battery in your Kia isn't something you'll have to regularly, but it's important to know exactly how to do it in case the time ever comes that you'll must. To help you to do this, the Kia experts at Matt Castrucci Kia have put together an easy-to-follow guide that will provide you with all the information you require to change your fob battery without a lot of hassle.
How to Replace the Smart Key
Kia's Smart Key system is a wonderful convenience feature that allows drivers to lock and unlock their cars without having to take their keys out of their pockets. But, like any other battery-powered device, the life span of the key fob is short and it's a good idea to keep a spare. Fortunately, replacing it is quite 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 screwdriver's tip in the slit on the the key fob opposite the one that houses the mechanical key. Then, press the button near the bottom of the fob to release the mechanical key. It will then release easily and you can take the old battery from its slot.
Then take the opportunity to then replace the CR2032 battery. Find the slot using the edge of the screwdriver. Insert the new battery into its slot, and gently pry back the two halves of the battery.
The process of changing your car's key fob battery isn't something you'll have to do every day, but it's an important skill to have in place when the time comes. This will spare you the trouble of calling a mechanic to come out and wait for them.
How to Replace the Mechanical Key
The remote key fob allows drivers to unlock and lock their vehicles without having to fiddle with a physical car key. The fob could also have buttons that can activate features such as the liftgate or trunk, or activate the panic alarm.
The smart key fobs that are included with Kia vehicles are designed to last for a long time. Like any battery-powered product they eventually show warning indications of battery failure. The most frequent indicator is a loss in range meaning that the vehicle will need to be in closer proximity to the fob to lock or unlock it.
If this is the case, you'll need to replace your fob's mechanical keys. Fortunately, the procedure is relatively simple, and you won't need any special tools. First, turn the key to the off position and wait for the door locks to cycle. Use a small flathead to insert the screwdriver's tip inside the key fob opposite where the emergency keys are stored.
After you've put the screwdriver in into the socket, you'll be able to hear a click sound. The mechanical key can be removed, the battery removed, and a new battery installed. After that, you'll be able to take on the Rogers roads once more! Contact our service department at the Kia dealership in Muncie should you have any concerns. We'll be happy to guide you through the process step by step!
