A Provocative Rant About Kia Sportage Key Replacement
How to Replace a Kia CEED Key Fob
Key fobs like other battery-powered devices, eventually show warning signs when the batteries start to degrade. These warning signs could include decreased range or the inability to start or unlock your vehicle.
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How to replace the battery
The key fob on your Kia allows you to lock and unlock your vehicle remotely. However the battery will eventually fail. If this happens, you'll need to learn how to replace the battery of your Kia key fob to get back on the road. It's easy to do and you can do it yourself if you're prepared.
The average life expectancy of a key fob battery is two to three years. There are a few warning signs that the battery inside the key fob is beginning to wear out. The most obvious sign is an increasing decrease in the range of the transmitter. This means that you'll need to be nearer to your vehicle to lock or unlock it. Some key fobs show a message on the dashboard when the battery is depleted.
To replace the battery in a key fob, you will need a flathead screwdriver as well as a small tool to break the fob's two components. The screwdriver's point should be put into the slot on the fob's side that doesn't hold the mechanical blade. Carefully open the case using the screwdriver. Remove the battery from the case, and replace it with a new one. Note the orientation of the battery.
This key fob runs on an CR2032 battery, and you can buy them from most hardware stores. Install the new battery, then close the case.
How do you replace the transmitter?
Kia's smart-key technology makes life easier for Brandon drivers. One benefit is that you can lock or unlock your car remotely while nearby, by pressing the button on the Kia fob. The battery in the Kia fob is prone to get worn out over time. You'll notice that you have to be closer to your car to unlock or lock it. You may also notice that the car doesn't recognize the fob or display an error message on the dashboard when you press the keyless entry button.
It's not difficult to replace the battery in the keyfob or transmitter on the Kia. You'll need an open-ended screwdriver with a flat head to open the fob, and you should be cautious not to damage the internal components of the fob as well as the mechanical key. After you have opened the case, you can take out the battery that was in it and replace it with a brand new CR2032 battery.
It's not something you'll have to do frequently, but knowing how to change the transmitter or smart fob battery is vital if ever you need to. Matt Castrucci Kia has put together an instructional guide to help you change the battery of your key fob.
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. But, like any battery-powered device, the time-to-life of the key fob is short and it's always a good idea to have a spare. The replacement process is actually quite simple. With just the smallest screwdriver for flatheads the process can be completed in a matter of minutes.
Begin by removing the mechanical blade from the fob. To do this, put the screwdriver's tip in the slit on the side of the key fob, which is in the opposite direction to the one that contains the mechanical key. Then press the button at the bottom of the fob to let the mechanical key go. kia sportage key should then come out easily and you can remove the old battery from its slot.
Replace the CR2032 batteries. Find the slot using the tip of the screwdriver. Then, put the new battery in its slot, and gently pull the two halves of the key fob back together.
The process of changing your car's key fob battery shouldn't be something you be required to do every day but it's a vital skill to have in place when the time comes. Knowing this will save you the frustration of having to call a mechanic and wait for them to arrive.
How to replace the Mechanical Key
A remote car key fob lets drivers to lock and unlock their Kia car from a distance, without having to fiddle with keys that are physically present. The fob could also include buttons to operate features such as the trunk, liftgate, or to activate a panic alarm.
Fortunately, the smart key fobs found in Kia vehicles are built to last. But, as with any battery-powered device, they will eventually show warning signs that the battery is failing. The most typical sign of a failing battery is the decrease in range. This means that the vehicle must be nearer than the key fob to unlock or lock.
If this is the case, you'll need to replace your fob's mechanical keys. The procedure is simple, and you don't require any special tools. Turn the key off and wait for the locks to cycle. Then then, use a small flathead screwdriver to push the tip into the inside of the key fob just opposite the area where the emergency key is.
Once you have inserted the screwdriver you should hear it click. The mechanical key can be removed, the battery removed, and a brand new battery installed. After that, you'll be set to take on the Rogers roads once more! If you have any additional concerns, please contact the team of service at our Kia dealership in Muncie. We'll be happy to guide you through the process step by step!