How to Replace a Kia CEED Key Fob

Like most battery-powered devices, key fobs will eventually display warning signs when the batteries begin to wear out. These signs can include a decrease in range or the inability to start or unlock your car.

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How do you replace a battery

The key fob in the Kia is an excellent option to lock, unlock, and start your car from a distance but the battery inside can eventually die. If this happens, you'll need to learn how to replace the battery in your Kia key fob to be back on the road. It's easy to do and you can do it yourself, in case you're prepared.

The general life expectancy of key fob batteries is two to three years. There are a number of indicators that a key fob battery is starting to wear out. The most obvious sign is an increase in the range of the transmitter. This means that you will need to be closer to the vehicle to lock or unlock it. Some key fobs also display a message on the dashboard when their battery is depleted.

To replace the battery in a key fob, you'll need a flathead screwdriver as well as a smaller tool to break the fob's two parts. The screwdriver tip should be placed in the slot of the fob's side which does not contain the mechanical blade. Gently pry open the case using the screwdriver. Take out the old battery and insert a fresh one, making sure to note the orientation.

You can buy a CR2032 in most hardware stores. Install the new battery, then close the case.

How do you 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 remotely while nearby, by pressing the button on the Kia fob. The battery inside the Kia fob may wear out over time. The first sign is that you'll have to be much closer to the vehicle to lock or unlock it. It could also be that the car does not recognize the key fob when you press the keyless button. It also displays a message.

It's not difficult to replace the battery in the keyfob or transmitter on a Kia. You'll need a flathead screwdriver in order to open the fob, and you should be careful not to scratch the internal components of the fob as well as the mechanical key. Once you've opened the case, you are able to remove the battery that was in it and replace it with a new CR2032 battery.

It's not something you will have to do often, but knowing how to change the smart fob's battery or transmitter is essential if you need to. To assist you to do this, the Kia experts at Matt Castrucci Kia have created an easy-to-follow guide that will give you all the information you need to replace your fob's battery with minimum hassle.

How do you replace the Smart Key

Kia's Smart Key is a great convenience that allows drivers to lock and unlock their cars without having their keys in their pockets. However, as with any other battery-powered device time-to-life of the key fob is limited and it's always a good idea to have a spare. The replacement procedure is quite simple. Using just a small flathead screwdriver the process can be completed in just a few minutes.

Start by removing the mechanical blade from the fob. To do so, wedge the end of your screwdriver into the slit that is on the side of the fob that is opposite to the one holding the mechanical key. Then, press the button near the bottom of the fob to release the mechanical key. The key should then come out easily and you can take the battery that was in its slot.

Next step is to Replace the CR2032 battery. Find the slot with the edge of the screwdriver. After that, place the new battery in its slot, and gently pull the two halves of the key fob back together.

It's not something you need to do every day but it's important to know what to do when the time comes. This knowledge will save you the hassle of calling a mechanic to come out and wait for them.

How to Replace the Mechanical Key

The remote key fob lets drivers lock and unlock their car without having to play with the physical keys to their car. The fob can also be equipped with buttons that can be used to operate features such as the trunk or liftgate or activate a panic alarm.

The smart key fobs that come with Kia vehicles have been developed to last for a long time. However, like any other battery-powered device will eventually display warning signs that the battery is beginning to fail. The most frequent indicator is a loss in range which means that the vehicle will have to be closer to the fob in order to lock or unlock.

If you're experiencing this issue it's time to replace the mechanical key on the fob. The process is relatively easy and doesn't require any special tools. First turn the key to the off position and wait for the door locks to cycle. Then then, use a small flathead screwdriver to insert the tip into of the key fob, opposite the place where the emergency key is stored.

After you've inserted the screwdriver, you should hear a click sound. Following this, you'll be able pull out the mechanical key, take out the battery and replace another. Then, you'll be ready to hit the Rogers roads again! Contact our service team at the Kia dealership in Muncie should you have any questions. We're here to guide you through the steps step-by-step!