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How to Replace a Kia CEED Key Fob Key fobs like other battery-powered devices, eventually display warning signs when the batteries start to fail. The warning signs can include decreased range or the inability to start or unlock your vehicle. Kia strives to make the life of Flowood drivers a little easier by providing a the convenience of a hands-free lock/unlock feature that lets you unlock your door using your thumb on the handle. Find out more about these Kia key fob tricks here! How to Replace a Battery The key fob inside the Kia is an excellent option to lock, unlock, and start your car from a distance but the battery within may eventually go out. If this occurs, you'll have to learn how to replace the battery of your Kia key fob to be back on the road. It's not difficult and you can do it yourself, provided you're prepared. The life expectancy of key fob batteries is between two and three years. There are kia picanto key replacement of indicators that a key fob battery is beginning to wear out. The most obvious one is the gradual loss of range for the transmitter, which means you'll have to be nearer to your vehicle if you want to lock or unlock it. Certain key fobs display a message in the dashboard when the battery is depleted. To replace a key fob's battery You'll need a normal flathead screwdriver and a small tool that will allow you to split the fob into its two pieces. Place the end of the screwdriver into the slot on the other side of the key fob that does not contain the mechanical key blade and gently pry the case open. Remove the old battery and replace it with a brand new one, and be sure to note the orientation. This key fob runs on an CR2032 battery which you can purchase them at most hardware stores. When you have a brand new battery, put it in the correct place and close the case. How to Replace the Transmitter Kia's smart-key technology makes life easier for Brandon drivers. One of the perks is the ability to lock or unlock the car remotely when you're near by, simply press the button on your Kia fob, or pressing it inside the door handle. The battery inside the Kia fob can be worn out over time. The first sign will be to be much closer to your vehicle in order to lock or unlock it. You might also notice that your car is unable to recognize the key fob when you hit the keyless button or displays a message. Fortunately, replacing the transmitter or key fob battery in a Kia isn't difficult. You'll need an open-ended screwdriver with a flat head to open the fob, and you must be careful not to scratch the internal components 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 will require often, but knowing how to change the smart fob's battery or transmitter is crucial if you need to. Matt Castrucci Kia has put together an instruction manual to help change the battery of your key fob. How to 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. The life span of the key fob is limited, like any other gadget powered by batteries. It's best to have an extra. Fortunately, replacing it is surprisingly easy. Using just an ordinary screwdriver with a flat head this procedure can be completed in just a few minutes. Start by removing the mechanical blade from the fob. To do this, put the tip of a screwdriver in the slit of the the key fob opposite the one with the mechanical key. Press the button on the bottom of your fob to let it go. The old battery should fall out easily. Replace the CR2032 batteries. Find the slot with the edge of the screwdriver. Place the new battery into its slot, and then gently press the two halves together. It's not something you need to do every day, but it is important to know how to do it when the time comes. This will spare you the hassle of calling a mechanic to come out and waiting for them. How to replace the Mechanical Key The remote key fob lets motorists lock and unlock their car without having to play with keys for their car. The fob may also have buttons to operate features like the trunk, liftgate or trigger a panic alarm. Luckily, the smart key fobs used in Kia vehicles are built to last. But, like every other battery-powered device will eventually show warning signs that the battery is failing. The most typical sign of a failing battery is the decrease in range. This means that the vehicle has to be nearer to the key fob to lock or unlock. If you're experiencing this issue then you'll have to replace the fob's mechanical key. Luckily, the process is fairly easy, and you won't need any special tools. Switch off the key and wait for the locks to cycle. Use a small flathead wedge the screwdriver's tip inside the key fob, which is where the emergency keys are stored. After you've inserted the screwdriver into the socket, you'll be able to hear a click. The mechanical key can be removed, the battery removed, and a new battery installed. You'll now be able take to the Rogers roads again! If you have any other questions, contact the service team at our Kia dealership in Muncie. We're happy walk you through each step!