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Today's key fobs do beyond just unlock and start your vehicle. They also control the sunroof and even the windows. They are also expensive to replace in the event that you lose them or damage them.

It's possible to replace the fob battery yourself and save money. Here's how: Start by finding a notch or latch on the key fob case and insert your tool.

Battery

Modern key fobs are packed with features and convenience, but they require a bit of care to ensure that they're working well. As time passes, the battery in your fob will lose power and you'll have to replace it. It's a sign that it's time to replace the battery if your car becomes difficult to start, or your buttons stop working.

The process of replacing the battery in the key fob is easy. Place the key fob flat on a surface and press the metal buttons until they pop out. Find the seam that connects the lid and the base of the fob, then employ the screwdriver's small flat blade (or sometimes, your fingernail) to break the two halves away gently.

Then lift the clips that secure the battery and then remove it. If your key fob comes with slots to hold the battery and replace it, you can do so by inserting the new one. Make sure that you insert the new battery in the correct orientation plus and minus.

You'll require a CR2032 coin-cell battery, which can be found in the majority of stores selling batteries or online. The battery is typically designed like a small disc with the symbols of a plus and negative printed on it. When handling the battery, be careful because it may leak when your hands are dirty. The leakage can damage the circuit boards which will make them less likely to function correctly in the future.

Programming

Today's car key fob does more than unlock and start the car. It's also remote control for many systems. This includes adjusting your seat and mirror settings and setting your climate control and radio preferences as well as a host of others adapted to the driver's preferences. Unfortunately the smart key fobs can also be prone to get messed up from several reasons. Sometimes, replacing the battery will fix the problem however sometimes reprogramming your key fob is required.

Reprogramming a key fob does not need to be a hassle and can be done at the convenience at home or at work. Lock your vehicle, and then make sure that your keys are in the vehicle. Press and hold the "Unlock" and "Lock" buttons on your new mini key key fob simultaneously, until you hear a chime or the locks cycle. This will reset the connection between your keyfob's and vehicle.

Remove the backup key made of metal from your fob. Place it in a safe location. You can push the back cover of your fob toward its center to give it a slight lift and allow you to remove it. Replace the battery of your key fob by a new CR2032 available at our Golden Valley parts department or at local hardware and supermarkets close to Minnetonka and St Louis Park.

Keyless Entry

Modern key fobs offer a variety of benefits, ranging from convenience to safety. You can open your trunk and doors via a button on the fob that sends a radio frequency signal to the vehicle's receiver. This method has its advantages and disadvantages, however.

Some thieves have developed devices that intercept signals from your key and duplicate them and use them as an "key" for opening and starting your car. You can guard yourself by placing your key fob inside an enclosed protection case (known as Faraday pouches) which limits the distance frequencies emitted from the fob's location. These pouches are available at most auto parts shops for less than PS10.

Additionally, certain systems permit you to enter the car without pressing a button. The vehicle will automatically lock or unlock as you approach the door handle, so long as your key is within the fob and in range of the car's sensor.

Key fobs can also provide greater control for managers and business owners they can authorize access to certain areas of your facility or buildings to certain employees during specified shift times. With a simple click you can revoke access to an employee or dismissal. This is a great tool for warehouses or any other buildings that require higher levels of security.

Summoning

A lot of newer key fobs have hidden functions that make the car owner's life much simpler. A CR auto editor, for instance, walked out to the Honda Accord he was driving and discovered that all the windows were rolled down automatically while he was at home. This is not ideal, particularly if you are driving through a snowstorm or rainstorm.

The Model 3's key fob comes with numerous other interesting features, including the ability to summon or auto-park the vehicle with a single push of the button. The panic button is a cool feature. A driver can use it in a frightening situation, such as when a burglar is breaking into the house. A Tesla spokesperson says that this will deter the criminal, as well as alert neighbors.

Utilizing a key fob replacement to replace the battery with a brand new CR 2032 battery (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. Once the fob is activated and you are able to test its capabilities by unlocking and locking your vehicle.

Having a duplicate key fob is also beneficial as you can hand it to a family member to let them use the car with their personal Driver Profile, which displays their preferred settings. You don't need to worry about your partner or sibling changing the mirror positions and climate control settings or the seating position you prefer.