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Key fobs today are more than just unlock and start the vehicle. They also control the sunroof and windows. As such, they are expensive to replace if you damage or lose them.

It's possible to replace your fob battery by yourself and save money. Here's how: Locate a notch on the key fob and then insert your tool.

Battery

Modern key fobs offer incredible convenience and functionality, but they do need a little attention to ensure they're functioning efficiently. As time passes the battery inside your fob will lose power and you'll need to replace it. You'll know it's time to replace the battery if your car becomes difficult to start, or your buttons stop working.

The process of replacing the battery in your key fob is fairly easy. First set the key fob on a flat surface, and press the metal button until it pops open. Locate the seam that connects the lid to the base of the fob, and then use a small screwdriver with a flat blade (or sometimes, even your fingernail) to push the two halves of the fob apart gently.

Then lift the clips that hold the battery and take it out. If your key fob contains slots to hold the battery to be replaced, make sure you replace it with a new one. Make sure to insert the new battery in the correct orientation and also in the plus and minus.

You'll require the CR 2032 3V coin cell battery, which can be found in many stores that sell batteries or on the internet. The battery usually appears like a small disc with a plus and minus symbol printed on it. When handling the battery, you must be careful as it can leak in the event that your hands are soiled. The leakage may damage circuit boards which will make them less likely to function properly in the future.

Programming

The car key fob of today does more than just unlock and begin the vehicle, it's an remote control for a variety of systems. These functions include changing the position of your mirror and seat, setting the radio's and climate control preferences, and many others that are customized to your requirements. These smart key fobs could be damaged due to several factors. Sometimes, just replacing the battery inside your key fob will work however, at other times, reprogramming the fob might be required.

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

Then, take the backup ignition key in metal from the fob and place it aside in a secure location. Push the back cover towards the center of your fob to lift it slightly and remove it. Replace the key fob battery by a new CR2032 available at our Golden Valley parts department or at local stores and hardware near Minnetonka and St Louis Park.

Keyless Entry

Modern key fobs come with many advantages, ranging from convenience to security. You can unlock your car's doors and trunk by pressing a button on the fob that sends the radio frequency signal to the vehicle's receiver. The system does not come without its downsides.

For instance, some thieves have built devices that intercept signals from your key and reproduce them to use as an "key" to open your car and start it. You can secure yourself by placing your key fob in an enclosed case (also called Faraday pouches) that limit the distance at which frequencies generated by the fob are transmitted. They are available at the majority of auto parts stores for less than PS10.

Additionally, some systems permit access to the car without pressing a button. When you are near the door's handle, the vehicle will automatically lock and unlock if your key is in its fob.

Key fobs also permit managers and owners of businesses to be more in control. They can allow specific employees to access specific areas within your building or facility during specific shift times. You can also revoke entry access for a lost or fired employee at the press of a button. This is a very useful tool for warehouses or other buildings that require higher security.

Calling

Many newer key fobs feature hidden functions that can make the car owner's life significantly easier. For instance an CR auto editor one time walked out to his Honda Accord and saw all the windows automatically rolled down when it was in his purse at home. This is definitely not ideal especially during a rainstorm or if the car was covered with snow.

The Model 3's key fob is equipped with several other exciting features, like the ability to summon and auto-park the vehicle at the touch of the button. The panic button is a useful feature. The driver can utilize it in a terrifying scenario, like when a burglar is breaking into the house. A Tesla spokesperson claims that this can deter the criminal and alert neighbors.

Replace the battery inside the key fob with a brand new CR2032 (available at local hardware stores and big-box retailers). Then reinstall the key fob's bottom cover, and press it down until you hear a snap. Once the fob has been activated and you are able to test its functions by opening and locking your vehicle.

A Duplicate Mini Cooper Key key fob is useful because you can give it to a family member to let them use the car with their own Driver Profile which shows their preferred settings. This means that you don't need to worry about your partner or sibling accidentally altering the position of the mirror, climate control settings, or the seat position you prefer.