How to Replace a kia sportage replacement key CEED Key Fob

Key fobs like other battery-powered devices, eventually display warning signs when the batteries begin to degrade. These warning signs could include a loss of range and the inability to start or unlock your car.

Kia strives to make the life of Flowood drivers a little easier by providing a the handy lock-and-unlock feature that is hands-free, which allows you to open your door with a thumb on the handle. Find out more about these Kia key fob tips here!

How do you replace a battery

The key fob that you have on your Kia lets you lock and unlock your vehicle remotely. However, the battery can eventually fail. If this happens, you'll need learn how to replace the battery in your kia ceed key fob replacement key fob to get back on the road. This is easy to do, and you can usually do it yourself if you're prepared.

The life expectancy of key fob batteries is two to three years. There are a few warning signs that the battery inside a key fob is starting to wear out. The most obvious is a gradual loss in range of the transmitter, meaning that you'll need to be nearer to your car in order to lock or unlock it. Some key fobs show an alert on the dashboard when the battery is depleted.

To replace a key fob's battery you'll require a standard flathead screwdriver and a smaller tool that allows you to separate the fob into its two pieces. The screwdriver tip should be placed in the slot of the fob's side that does not hold the mechanical blade. Then, gently pry open the case using the screwdriver. Remove the battery from the case, and replace it with a brand new one. Note its orientation.

The key fob has the CR2032 battery that you can purchase the batteries from a wide range of hardware stores. After you have purchased a new battery, place it in the correct place and 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 vehicle remotely while nearby, by pressing the button on the Kia fob. The battery in the Kia fob is prone to become depleted over time. You'll notice that you need to be closer to your car to unlock or lock it. You might also notice that your car is unable to recognize the key fob when you press the keyless button. It also displays a message.

It's not a big task to replace the transmitter or keyfob battery on a Kia. To open the fob, you'll require a flathead drive. Be cautious not to hurt any internal components or the mechanical key. After you have opened the case, you are able to take out the battery that was in it and replace it with a new CR2032 battery.

Switching the transmitter or key fob battery in your Kia won't be something you'll need to do regularly however, it's essential to know what to do if it ever occurs that you'll must. Matt Castrucci Kia has put together a guideline to help you change the battery on your key fob.

How do you replace the Smart Key

Kia's Smart Key system is a great convenience feature that allows drivers to lock or unlock their vehicles without having search for their keys in their pockets. But, as with every other battery-powered device longevity of the key fob is short and it's a good idea to have an extra. Fortunately, replacing it is quite simple. The process can be completed in a matter of minutes using the flathead screwdriver.

Begin by taking the mechanical key blade from the fob. To do this, put the screwdriver's tip in the slit on the side of the key fob opposite the one that houses the mechanical key. Then press the button on the bottom of the fob to release the mechanical key. The old battery should pop out easily.

Replace the CR2032 batteries. Find the slot using the end of the screwdriver. Place the battery in its slot and then gently push the two halves together.

Changing your car's key fob battery shouldn't be something you be doing every day but it's a vital knowledge to have when the time comes. Knowing this will save you the frustration of having to call an expert mechanic and wait for them to arrive.

How to replace the Mechanical Key

A remote car key fob permits drivers to lock and unlock their kia sportage key fob vehicle from a distance, without having to use an actual key. The fob can also have buttons to operate features like the trunk, liftgate, or activate a panic alert.

Fortunately the smart key fobs that are used in Kia vehicles are built to last. However, like any other battery-powered device, they will eventually display warning signs that the battery is deteriorating. The most frequent sign of a failing battery is an increase in range. This means that the vehicle must be nearer to the key fob in order to lock or unlock.

If this is the case, you'll need to replace the fob's mechanical keys. The process is relatively straightforward and doesn't require special tools. Switch off the key and wait for the locks to cycle. Then then, use a small screwdriver with a flat head to push the tip into the inside of the key fob, opposite where the emergency key is kept.

After you've put the screwdriver in and inserted it, you'll hear a click. The mechanical key can be removed, the battery removed and a new battery installed. You'll then be ready to explore the Rogers roads once more! Contact our service team at the Kia dealership in Muncie if you have any questions. We'll gladly walk you through the process step by step!