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Today's key fobs do far more than just unlock and start your car. They can also control the sunroof and even the windows. They are also expensive to replace in the event you lose them or damage them.

It's possible to replace the fob battery yourself and save money. Here's how to do it begin by finding a notch or latch on the case for the key fob and insert your tool.

Battery

Modern key fobs are practical and convenient, but they need a little care to ensure their operation. Over time the battery in the key fob will run out of energy and needs to be replaced. You'll know it's time to change the battery when your car becomes difficult to start, or your buttons stop functioning.

Change the battery inside your key fob is simple. Place the key fob flat on a flat surface and press the metal buttons until they pop open. Use a flat-blade screwdriver, or your fingernail to gently break apart the two halves.

Then, lift the clips that secure the battery and take it out. If your key fob is equipped with slots to hold the battery to be replaced, make sure you replace it with an entirely new battery. Make sure you insert the new battery in the correct orientation, plus and minus.

You'll require you'll need a CR 2032 3V coin cell battery which is readily available in stores that sell batteries or online. The battery is typically a small disc that has a plus or minus symbol on it. When handling the battery, you must be careful since it could leak when your hands are dirty. The leakage can damage circuit boards which makes them less efficient in the future.

Programming

The modern car key fob does more than unlock and start the car. It's also a remote control for various systems. It can be used to adjust your seat and mirror adjustments, setting your climate control and radio preferences and many other functions that are adapted to the requirements of the driver. These smart key fobs can also be messed up by many factors. Sometimes, simply replacing the battery inside the key fob will work however, at other times, changing the fob's program may be necessary.

It's not that difficult to change the programming of a key fob, and you can do it from the comfort of home or at work. First, lock your vehicle and make sure that the keys are in it. Press and hold the "Unlock" and "Lock" buttons on your new key fob simultaneously, until you hear a chime or a locks cycle. This will reset the connection between your key fob and vehicle.

Remove the backup key made of metal from your fob. Set it aside in a secure location. Move the back cover of your fob towards its center to give it a slight lift to allow you to remove it. Replace the fob's lock with a new CR2032 battery, which can be purchased at our Golden Valley parts section or at local hardware stores and at supermarkets in Minnetonka and St Louis Park.

Keyless Entry

Modern key fobs provide many advantages, ranging from convenience to security. The fob can be used to open the doors and trunk of your car by pressing a button that transmits radio frequency signals to the receiver inside your vehicle. This system has its flaws.

For example, some thieves have devised devices to intercept the signals sent from your key and reproduce the signals to be used as an "key" to open your car and start it. You can protect yourself by placing your key fob inside protected case (known as Faraday pouches) which limits the distance frequencies emitted from the fob's device. You can find these pouches at most auto parts stores for less than PS10.

Some systems allow you to unlock your car without pressing a button. The car will lock or unlock automatically as you approach the door handle, as long as the key is in the fob and within the range of the car's sensors.

Key fobs also offer greater control for managers and business owners they can authorize access to specific areas of your building to specific employees during specified shift times. With just a few clicks, you can cancel entry access to a lost employee or even dismiss them. This is a great tool for warehouses or other buildings that require higher security.

Calling

A lot of newer key fobs have hidden functions that can make the car owner's life significantly easier. A CR auto editor, for instance went to the Honda Accord he was driving and noticed that all the windows were rolled down automatically while the owner was at home. This is certainly not a good thing particularly during a downpour or when the car was covered with snow.

The Model 3's keys have a number of other cool features, such as the ability to summon and auto-park the vehicle by pressing of the button. Another useful feature is the panic button which a driver can press in a frightening scenario, for instance, when a burglar breaks into the home. A Tesla spokesperson says that this can deter the criminal, as well as warn neighbors.

Using a key fob replacement, replace the old battery with a fresh CR 2032 battery (available at local hardware stores and big-box retailers). Install the key fob's bottom cover and firmly press it down until you hear a click. Once the fob has been activated and you are able to test its functions by unlocking and locking your car.

A duplicate key fob can be useful to friends or family members in order to let them use their own Driver profile using the settings they prefer. You don't have to be concerned about your sibling or partner changing the mirror position, climate control settings or seat positioning you prefer.