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How to Replace a Kia CEED Key Fob

Like many battery-powered devices key fobs can display warning signals when the batteries begin to wear out. This could be the loss of range or the inability to unlock or start your vehicle.

Kia strives to make the lives of Flowood drivers a little easier by providing a the convenience of a hands-free lock/unlock feature that lets you unlock your door by putting your thumb on the handle. Learn more about these Kia key fob tips here!

How do I replace the battery?

The key fob that you have in your Kia is a wonderful method to lock, unlock and start your car from a distance, but the battery inside will eventually fail. If this happens, you'll need 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 prepared.

The life expectancy for the battery of a key fob is between two and three years. There are a variety of warning signs that a key fob battery is beginning to wear out. The most obvious one is the gradual loss of range for the transmitter, which means you'll need to be nearer to your vehicle for locking or unlock it. Some key fobs also display a message on the dashboard when their battery is not fully charged.

To replace a key fob battery you'll require a standard flathead screwdriver and a small tool that can split the fob into its two pieces. Place the tip of the screwdriver into the slot on the opposite side of the key fob which does not hold the mechanical key blade and gently pry the case open. Remove the old battery, and replace it with a brand new one. Take note of its orientation.

This key fob is powered by a CR2032 battery available for purchase them from most hardware stores. When you have a brand new battery, put it in place and close the case.

How to Replace the Transmitter

Kia's smart-key technology makes life easier for Brandon drivers. One of the advantages is that you can lock or unlock your car in a remote location while you're nearby, by pressing the button on the Kia fob. The battery inside the Kia fob may become depleted over time. You'll be able to tell that you need to be nearer to the car to unlock or lock it. You may also notice that the car doesn't recognize the fob or display an alert 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 flathead screwdriver to remove the fob, and be cautious not to damage the internal parts of the fob or the mechanical key. Once you've opened the case, you can remove the battery that was in it and replace it with a new CR2032 battery.

The process of changing the transmitter or smart key fob battery in your Kia isn't something you'll need to perform on a regular basis, but it's important to know exactly what to do if the time ever comes that you need to. To help you get started, the Kia experts at Matt Castrucci Kia have put together an easy-to-follow guide that will provide you with all the details you need to change your fob battery with minimal hassle.

How do you 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 search for their keys in their pockets. But, like any battery-powered device, the lifespan of the key fob is limited and it's always a good idea to keep an extra. The replacement procedure is quite easy. The process can be accomplished in just a few minutes with a flathead screwdriver.


Start by taking off the mechanical key blade from the fob. To do so, wedge the end of your screwdriver into the slit that is on the side of the fob that is opposite to the one that holds the mechanical key. Then press the button at the bottom of the fob to let the mechanical key go. The old battery should come out easily.

Replace the CR2032 batteries. Make use of the screwdriver's tip to find the slot that will fit the blade for emergency keys. Then, place the new battery into its slot, and gently pull the two parts of the key fob back together.

The process of changing your car's key fob battery shouldn't be something you have to do on a regular basis, but it's an important knowledge to have when the time arrives. Knowing this will save you from the stress of calling a mechanic and wait for them to arrive.

How to replace the Mechanical Key

A remote car key fob enables owners to lock and unlock their Kia car from a distance, without needing to search for keys that are physically present. The fob may also have buttons that be used to operate features such as the trunk or liftgate or activate the panic alarm.

Luckily, the smart key fobs found in Kia vehicles are designed to last. Like any battery-powered product they eventually show warning signs of battery failure. The most common warning sign is a decrease in range meaning that the vehicle will have to be within closer proximity to the fob in order to lock or unlock it.

If you're experiencing this problem, you'll need to replace the fob's key mechanical. The procedure is quite simple and you don't require any special tools. Turn kia picanto key fob off and wait for the locks to cycle. Use a small flathead to insert the screwdriver's tip into the key fob to the side where the emergency keys are stored.

After you have inserted the screwdriver, you should hear it click. The mechanical key can be removed, the old battery removed and a fresh battery installed. Then, you'll be ready to take on the Rogers roads again! Contact our service department at the Kia dealership in Muncie If you have any questions. We'll gladly walk you through each step!