15 Gifts For The Kia Sportage Key Replacement Lover In Your Life How to Replace a Kia CEED Key Fob

Like many battery-powered devices key fobs eventually display warning signs indicating that the batteries are starting to run out. These signs can include the loss of range or the inability to start or unlock your car.

Kia works hard to make the life of Flowood drivers a little easier by providing a the convenience of a hands-free lock/unlock feature, which allows you to open your door with your thumb on the handle. Find out more about Kia key fob tips here!

How to Replace a Battery

The key fob that you have in your Kia is a wonderful way to lock, unlock and even start your car remotely but the battery within may eventually go out. You'll need to know how to replace the Kia key fob in the event of this happening. It's easy to do and you can do it yourself, when you're ready.

The typical life expectancy for key fob batteries is two to three years. There are a number of indicators that a key fob's battery is starting to wear out. The most obvious is the gradual loss of range for the transmitter, which means you'll need to be closer to your car if you want to lock or unlock it. Certain key fobs will also display a message on the dashboard when their battery is not fully charged.

To replace a key fob battery You'll need a normal flathead screwdriver as well as a small tool that allows you to separate the fob into two parts. The screwdriver's tip must be put into the slot on the fob's side which does not contain the mechanical blade. Gently pry open the case with the screwdriver. Take out the old battery and replace it with a brand new one. Note its position.

You can buy a CR2032 in most hardware stores. When you have a brand new battery, put it in place and 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 vehicle from a distance by pressing the button on the Kia fob. The battery inside the Kia fob will get worn out over time. The first sign of this will be that you'll need to be much closer to your vehicle in order to lock or unlock 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.

Fortunately replacing the transmitter or key fob battery in a Kia isn't too difficult. To open the fob, you'll require a flathead screwdriver. Be cautious not to scratch any internal components or the mechanical key. Once you've opened the case you can take off the CR2032 that was in it and replace it with the new one.

It's not something you'll need to do often, but knowing how to change the smart fob or transmitter battery is vital if ever you need to. To help you get started, the Kia experts at Matt Castrucci Kia have created an easy-to-follow guideline that will give you all the necessary information to replace the battery on your fob without a lot of hassle.

How do I replace the Smart Key

Kia's Smart Key system is a great convenience feature that allows drivers to lock, unlock, and start their cars without having to search for their keys in their pockets. But, as with any other battery-powered device life span of the key fob is short and it's a good idea to have an extra. Fortunately, replacing it isn't that difficult. The procedure can be completed in a matter of minutes using an screwdriver with a flat head.

Remove the mechanical key blade first from the fob. To do this, insert the tip of a screwdriver into the slit on the the key fob opposite the one that contains the mechanical key. Then, press the button near the bottom of the fob to let the mechanical key go. It will then pop out easily and you will be able to remove the old battery from its slot.

Replace The Key Lab . Use the screwdriver's tip to find the slot that is compatible with the blade of the emergency key. Place the battery in its slot, then gently push the two halves.

It's not something you should do every day but it is important to know what you can do it when the time arrives. Knowing this information can help you avoid the stress of calling an expert mechanic and wait for them to show up.

How to replace a mechanical Key

The remote key fob lets drivers lock and unlock their car without the need to use a physical car key. The fob can also have buttons to control features like the trunk, liftgate or activate a panic alert.

The smart key fobs for keys that come with Kia vehicles have been developed to last for a long time. But, like any battery-powered device, they will eventually show warning signs that the battery is starting to fail. The most obvious indication of a dying battery is a decrease in range. This signifies that the vehicle must be nearer than the key fob to lock or unlock.


If you're experiencing this problem, you'll need to replace the mechanical key on the fob. The process is relatively simple and doesn't need any special tools. Turn off the key, and wait for the locks to cycle. Then then, use an small screwdriver that is flat to wedge the tip inside of the key fob opposite where the emergency key is stored.

Once you've inserted the screwdriver and inserted it, you'll hear a click sound. Then, you can remove the mechanical key, remove the battery that was in use and replace it with an entirely new one. After that, you'll be able to take on the Rogers roads again! Contact our service team at the Kia dealership in Muncie If you have any questions. We'll gladly walk you through each step!