How to Remove the Battery from and Open a Kia Key Fob
- The front of the key fob should now be facing downward.
- In the slot on the side of the fob, insert the point of a small flathead screwdriver (opposite the side that houses the mechanical key)
- Take the key fob’s case off with little pressure.
- Delete the previous battery.
I have a key fob, how do I change the battery?
- Pry the seam or notch gently. RD.com/Alaina DiGiacomo.
- Check the Battery Orientation (Positive and Negative Ends)
- Put the New Battery in After Popping Out the Old Battery.
- Test the key fob function by snapping your key fob shut.
Why won’t my Kia key fob work?
The battery that powers your key fob is most likely to blame if it stops functioning. Typically, watch-sized batteries that are skillfully hidden inside the casing of key fobs are used. With a little screwdriver or key, you can easily peel the key fob apart and change the battery by yourself.
Finding out what kind of batteries they require and keeping one on handeither at home or in your glove boxis a good idea. If you have the batteries on hand, it will save you some effort and they are cheap, costing between $5 and $25. Finding them is not difficult. They ought to be in stock at your local Kia dealer. Additionally, you can locate them in grocery stores, hardware stores, and other stores. Make sure you choose the proper kind. The voltage output of many of these batteries varies despite their similar appearance.