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Today's key fobs do more than simply unlock and start your car. They can also control the sunroof and the windows. As such, they are costly to replace if they break or are damaged.

It's possible to change the fob battery on your own and save money. Here's how: Find a notch on the key fob and then insert your tool.

Battery

Modern key fobs provide incredible convenience and functionality, but they require a bit of attention to ensure that they are working well. Over time, the battery inside your key fob will run out of power and need to be replaced. If your car becomes difficult to start or the buttons stop working, you'll know it's time to replace your battery.

It is simple to replace the battery inside your keyfob. First, place the key fob on a flat surface and press the metal button until it pops out. Locate the seam that connects the lid and the base of the fob, and then use an incredibly small screwdriver (or sometimes even your fingernail) to pry the two halves apart gently.

Then remove the clips holding the battery. If your key fob comes with an opening to hold the battery then replace it with a new one. Be sure to insert the new battery in the correct orientation, plus and minus.

You will need a CR2032 3V coin-cell battery, which can be found in a majority of stores that sell batteries, or on the internet. The battery is typically a small disc that has the symbol of a plus or minus on it. When handling the battery, you must be careful as it can leak in the event that your hands are soiled. The leakage could damage the circuit boards which makes them less likely to function correctly in the future.

Programming

The car key fob of today is more than an accessory for your vehicle. It's also an instrument that can control various systems. These functions include adjusting your seat and mirror adjustments as well as setting your radio's preferences and climate control, as well as many others adapted to the driver's needs. Unfortunately these smart key fobs are also susceptible to get messed up from many causes. Sometimes, replacing the battery will solve the issue However, sometimes reprogramming the key fob is needed.

The process of reprogramming a key fob doesn't need to be a hassle and can be done at the convenience at home or at work. Lock your car and then ensure that the keys are in the vehicle. Press and hold both "Unlock", "Lock" and "Unlock" buttons on your key fob simultaneously until you hear the chime, or the lock cycle. This will reset the connection between the key fob and your vehicle.

Remove the backup metal key from your fob. Set it aside in a safe location. The fob's back cover towards the center of it to give it a slight lift, and allow you to take it off. Replace the battery on your key fob with a new CR2032 that can be bought at our Golden Valley parts department or at local stores and hardware near 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 trunk and doors of your vehicle by pressing a button that transmits radio frequency signals to the receiver inside your vehicle. The system does not come without its downsides.

For example, some thieves have devised devices to intercept signals from your key and replicate them to function as an "key" to open and start your car. You can safeguard yourself by placing your key fob inside a shielded protection case (known as Faraday pouches) which limits the distance that frequencies from the fob can travel. These pouches are available in most auto parts stores for less than PS10.

Furthermore, some systems permit you to enter the car without the push button. When you are near the handle of the door, the vehicle will automatically lock and unlock when the key is on its fob.

Key fobs also offer more control for managers and business owners they can authorize access to specific areas of your building to specific employees during specified shift times. You can also revoke access to a lost or dismissed employee at the press of a key. This is a particularly useful tool for warehouses or any other structures that require greater security levels.

Convocation

Many of the more modern key fobs have hidden functions that simplify life for car owners. For instance, a CR auto editor, for instance went to the Honda Accord he was driving and found that all the windows were rolled down automatically when the owner was at home. This is certainly not a good thing particularly during a downpour or if the car was covered with snow.

The Model 3's key fob comes with a number of other cool features, like the ability to summon or auto-park the vehicle at the touch of the button. Another neat function is the panic button, that a driver could press when they are in a stressful scenario, for instance, when a burglar breaks into the home. A Tesla spokesperson claims that this can deter the criminal and notify neighbors.

Replace the old battery in your key fob using the new CR 2032 (available at local hardware stores and big-box retailers). Install the bottom cover of the key fob, and press it until you hear a snap. You can test the functions of the fob by opening and closing your vehicle.

A duplicate key fob is also useful as you can give it to a friend or family member so that they can use the car with their own Driver Profile that displays their preferred settings. This means that you don't have to worry about a partner or sibling accidentally altering the mirror position or the climate control settings or the seat position you prefer.