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How to Replace a Kia CEED Key Fob

Key fobs like other battery-powered devices eventually display warning signs as the batteries begin to degrade. This could be a decrease in range or the inability to unlock or start your car.

Kia has worked hard to help Flowood drivers their lives a bit easier. They have a useful hands-free lock/unlock function which lets you unlock your door by pressing your thumb on the handle. Find out more about Kia key fob tips here!

How to Replace the Battery

The key fob on your Kia is a wonderful method to lock, unlock and start your car remotely but the battery within can eventually die. You'll have to know how to replace the Kia's key fob if this happens. It's easy to do and you can do it yourself if you are prepared.

The life expectancy of the key fob is two to three years. There are many warning signs that a key fob's battery is wearing out. The most obvious is an increasing loss of range of the transmitter, which means you'll need to be nearer to your car for locking or unlock it. Certain key fobs will also display a message on the dashboard when their battery is low.

To replace the battery inside a key fob, you will need a flathead screwdriver along with a small tool to cut the two parts of the fob. The screwdriver tip should be placed in the slot of the fob's side that does not hold the mechanical blade. Gently pry open the case with the screwdriver. Remove the old battery, and replace it with a new one. Note its orientation.

You can buy a CR2032 at most hardware stores. Once you have a new battery, place it in the case and then close the case.

How do replacement kia keys replace the transmitter?

Kia's intelligent key technology works to make the lives of Brandon drivers just a little more simple. One benefit 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 may be worn out over time. You'll notice that you need to be closer to the car to unlock or lock it. You may also notice that the car doesn't recognize the fob or display a message on the dashboard when you press the keyless entry button.

Fortunately replacing the transmitter or key fob battery in a Kia doesn't require a lot of effort. You'll require an open-ended screwdriver with a flat head to open the fob, and you must be careful not to harm the internal components of the fob, or the mechanical key. After you have opened the case, you are able to take out the old battery and replace it with a new CR2032 battery.

Change the transmitter or key fob battery in your Kia isn't something you'll have to do regularly however, it's essential to know how to do it in case the time comes that you'll need to. Matt Castrucci Kia has put together an instructional guide to help you change the battery on your key fob.

How do you 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 search for their keys in their pockets. The life of the key fob's battery is limited, just like any battery-powered gadget. It's best to carry an additional. Fortunately, the replacement process is quite simple. The process can be completed within minutes with the flathead screwdriver.

Remove the mechanical key blade first from the fob. To do this, insert the end of your screwdriver into the slit on the side of the fob opposite to the one holding the mechanical key. Then, press the button near the bottom of the fob to let the mechanical key go. The old battery should fall out easily.

Replace the CR2032 batteries. Use the screwdriver's tip to locate the slot that fits the emergency key blade. After that, place the new battery into its slot and gently pry the two parts 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 it when the time arrives. This knowledge will save you from the headache of having to call an expert mechanic and wait for them to arrive.

How to Replace the Mechanical Key


The remote key fob lets motorists unlock and lock their vehicles without the need to use keys for their car. The fob might also have buttons that can be used to operate features such as the trunk or liftgate, or activate an alarm that is triggered by panic.

Fortunately the smart key fobs utilized in Kia vehicles are built to last. But, as with every other battery-powered device will eventually show warning signs that the battery is starting to fail. The most typical indication is a decrease in range meaning that the vehicle has to be closer 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 quite simple and doesn't require any special tools. First switch the key to the off position and wait for the door locks to cycle. Then you can use a small screwdriver with a flat head to wedge the tip inside of the key fob, opposite the place where the emergency key is kept.

Once you've inserted the screwdriver and you'll hear a click sound. The mechanical key can be removed, the battery removed, and a new battery installed. After that, you'll be set to take on the Rogers roads again! Contact our customer service team at the Kia dealership in Muncie should you have any concerns. We'll be happy to guide you through the process step-by-step!

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