How to Replace a Kia CEED Key Fob
Like most battery-powered devices, key fobs eventually display warning signals when the batteries are starting to wear out. These warning signs could include a loss of range and the inability to start or unlock your car.
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How to Replace a Battery
The key fob in the Kia is an excellent method to lock, unlock and start your car from a distance, but the battery inside can eventually die. You'll have to know how to replace the Kia's key fob in the event of this happening. It's simple to do and you can do it yourself if you are prepared.
The life expectancy for the battery of a key fob 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 sign is an increasing decrease in the range of the transmitter. This means you'll have to be nearer to your car to lock or unlock it. Certain key fobs display a message on the dashboard when the battery is not fully charged.
To replace the battery in a key fob, you will need a flathead screwdriver along with a small tool to break the fob's two pieces. The screwdriver's tip should be put into the slot on the side of the fob that does not hold the mechanical blade. Gently open the case using the screwdriver. Remove the old battery, and replace it with a new one. Note its orientation.
You can purchase a CR2032 at a majority of hardware stores. Install the new battery, then close the case.
How to Replace the Transmitter
Kia's smart-key technology simplifies life for Brandon drivers. One of the advantages is that you can lock or unlock your car from a distance by pressing the button on the Kia fob. However, there are instances when the battery inside a Kia fob will begin to wear out. You'll notice that you have to be closer to the car to unlock or lock it. You may also notice that the car doesn't recognize the fob or display an alert on the dashboard when you press the keyless entry button.
Fortunately replacing the transmitter or key fob battery in a Kia isn't difficult. To open the fob, you'll require a flathead driver. Be careful not to damage internal components or the mechanical key. Once you've opened the case, you are able to take out the old battery and replace it with a brand new CR2032 battery.
Switching the transmitter or key fob battery in your Kia isn't something that you'll need to regularly but it's vital to know exactly how to do it in case the time comes when you'll need to. Matt Castrucci from Kia has put together an instruction manual to help change your key fob battery.
How to Replace the Smart Key
Kia's Smart Key is a great feature that lets drivers lock and unlock their cars without having their keys in their pockets. Like any battery-powered device, the longevity of the key fob is limited and it's a good idea to have an extra. The replacement process is actually quite easy. With just a small flathead screwdriver it can be completed in just a few minutes.
Start by removing the mechanical key blade from the fob. To do this, insert the end of your screwdriver in the slit on the side of the fob that is opposite to the one that houses the mechanical key. Then press the button on the bottom of the fob to let the mechanical key go. It should then pop out easily and you will be able to remove the battery that was in its slot.
Then, replace the CR2032 battery. Find the slot with the tip of the screwdriver. Place the new battery into its slot, then gently pry back the two halves together.
It's not something you have to do every day but it is important to know what you can do when the time arrives. Having this knowledge will save you the hassle of having to call a mechanic and wait for them to show up.
How to Replace a Mechanical Key
A remote car key fob enables users to lock and unlock their Kia car at a distance, without fumbling around with keys that are physically present. The fob may also have buttons to operate features like the trunk, liftgate, or trigger a panic alarm.
Luckily the smart key fobs found in Kia vehicles are built to last. However, like any other battery-powered device, they will eventually show warning signs that indicate that the battery is starting to fail. The most typical indication of a dying battery is a decrease in range. This means that the vehicle has to be closer to the key fob in order to unlock or lock.
If this is the case, you'll need to replace the fob's mechanical keys. Luckily, the process is quite simple and you won't need any special tools. Turn off the key, and wait for the locks to cycle. Make use of a small flathead to insert the tip of the screwdriver into the key fob to the side where the keys for emergencies are kept.
After kia sportage key fob replacement 've inserted your screwdriver, you should hear it click. After that, you'll be able to take out the mechanical key, unplug the old battery and install the new one. After that, you'll be set to hit the Rogers roads again! Contact our service department at the Kia dealership in Muncie should you have any questions. We'll gladly walk you through each step!