How to Replace a Kia CEED Key Fob

Key fobs, as with all battery-powered devices, eventually show warning signals when the batteries start to degrade. These warning signs could include the loss of range or the inability to unlock or start your car.

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How to Replace a Battery

The key fob on your Kia is a wonderful method to lock, unlock, and even start your car remotely, but the battery inside may eventually go out. If this occurs, you'll have to learn how to replace the battery in the Kia key fob to be back on the road. It's easy to do and you can do it yourself provided you're prepared.

The life expectancy for a key fob ranges from two to three years. There are a variety of warning signs that a key fob battery is wearing out. The most obvious indication is a gradual decrease in the range of the transmitter. This implies that you'll need to be closer to the car to lock or unlock it. Certain key fobs also display an alert on the dashboard when their battery is low.

To replace a key fob's battery, you'll need a standard flathead screwdriver and a smaller tool that can separate the fob into its two parts. Put the edge of the screwdriver into the slot on the other side of the key fob which doesn't hold the mechanical key blade, and gently push the case open. Remove the old battery and replace it with a brand new one, making sure to note its position.

You can purchase a CR2032 at a majority of hardware stores. After you have purchased a new battery, place it in place and close the case.

How to Replace the Transmitter

Kia's smart-key technology simplifies life for Brandon drivers. One of the benefits is that you can lock or unlock your vehicle from a distance by pressing the button on the Kia fob. The battery in the Kia fob is prone to get worn out over time. The first sign of this will be to be much closer to your vehicle in order to lock or unlock it. It could also be that the car does not recognize the fob or display a message on the dashboard when you hit the keyless entry button.

Fortunately replacing the transmitter or key fob battery in a Kia isn't too difficult. To open the fob, you'll need a flathead driver. Be careful not to harm internal components or the mechanical key. After you've opened the case you can take out the CR2032 that was in it and replace it with a new one.

It's not something you'll need to do often, but knowing how to change the transmitter or smart fob battery is crucial if you need to. Matt Castrucci Kia has put together an instructional guide to help you change the battery in your key fob.

How to Replace the Smart Key

Kia's Smart Key system is a fantastic convenience feature that allows drivers to lock or unlock their vehicles without having remove their keys from their pockets. However, as with every other battery-powered device longevity of the key fob is short and it's a good idea to keep an extra. The replacement process isn't that difficult. With just a small flathead screwdriver, the procedure can be completed in just a few minutes.

Start by removing the mechanical key blade from the fob. To do this, place the screwdriver's tip in the slit on the side of the key fob, which is in the opposite direction to the one with the mechanical key. Then, press the button near the bottom of the fob to release the mechanical key. The old battery should come out easily.

Then, Replace the CR2032 battery. Use the tip of your screwdriver to find the slot that fits the blade of the emergency key. After that, place the new battery into its slot and gently push the two halves of the key fob back together.

It's not something that you should do every day, but it is important to know what you can do it when the time arrives. This knowledge will help you avoid the headache of having to call an expert mechanic and wait for them to arrive.

How to Replace the Mechanical Key

A remote car key fob enables users to lock and unlock their Kia vehicle from a distance, without having to fiddle with the physical key. The fob may also have buttons that can be used to operate features such as the trunk or liftgate or activate a panic alarm.

The smart key fobs, which come with Kia vehicles have been developed to last. But, just like any battery-powered device, they will eventually display warning signs that indicate that the battery is beginning to fail. The most common indication is a decrease in range which means that the vehicle needs to be within closer proximity to the fob in order to lock or unlock.

If this is the case, you'll have to replace the fob's mechanical keys. The procedure is fairly easy and doesn't require any special tools. First switch the key to the off position and wait for the door locks to cycle. Use a small flathead insert the screwdriver's tip into the key fob to the side where the emergency keys are stored.

Once you have inserted the screwdriver, you will hear it click. The mechanical key can be removed, the battery removed and a fresh battery installed. Then, you'll be ready to take on the Rogers roads once more! Contact our service team at the Kia dealership in Muncie if you have any questions. We're here to guide you through the process step by step!