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Key fobs in the modern world do much more than simply unlock and start the vehicle. They can also control the sunroof and the windows. They are expensive to replace if they break or are damaged.

It is possible to replace the fob battery on your own and save money. Here's how: Locate a notch on the fob's key and insert your tool.

Battery

Modern key fobs are incredibly useful and practical, however they require a little maintenance to ensure their operation. As time passes the battery in the fob's battery will wear out and you'll need to replace it. When your car is harder to start or the buttons stop working, you'll know it's time to replace the battery.

Switching the battery on your key fob is easy. First, place the key fob on a flat surface, and press the metal button until it pops up. Find the seam that connects the lid to the base of the fob. Then use a small screwdriver with a flat blade (or sometimes, even your fingernail) to break the two halves in a gentle manner.

Then remove the clips holding the battery in place. If your key fob has a slot for the battery, replace it with the new one, making sure you insert it correctly in the plus and the minus orientation.

You'll require a CR2032 coin-cell battery, which can be found in a majority of stores that sell batteries, or on the internet. The battery is usually 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 filthy. The leakage can damage circuit boards and make them less efficient in the future.

Programming

Today's car key fob does more than just unlock and start the car, it's also an remote control for a variety of systems. This includes changing the settings for your mirror and seat making adjustments to the radio and climate control preferences, and many more that are customized to your requirements. Unfortunately the smart key fobs are also susceptible to be damaged by several reasons. Sometimes, simply replacing the battery in the key fob will work however, at other times, reprogramming the fob might be required.

Reprogramming a key fob doesn't require a lot of effort and can be done at the convenience at home or at work. Lock your car and make sure that your keys are in it. Press and hold the "Unlock", "Lock", and "Unlock" buttons on your key fob simultaneously until you hear the chime, or the lock cycle. This will reset the pairing connection between the key fob and vehicle.

Then, take the backup ignition key in metal from the fob and place it aside in a safe location. The fob's back cover toward its center to give it a slight lift, and let you remove it. Replace the fob's lock with an upgraded CR2032 battery that you can purchase from our Golden Valley parts section or at local hardware stores and supermarkets in Minnetonka and St Louis Park.

Keyless Entry

Modern key fobs offer various advantages, ranging from convenience to security. You can open your trunk and car doors with a push of the fob which sends an audio frequency signal to the vehicle's receiver. This method has its advantages and pitfalls, however.

Some thieves have created devices that are able to intercept signals from your keys, and then duplicate them to be used as a "key" for opening and starting your car. You can safeguard yourself by placing your key fob inside a case that is shielded (known as Faraday pouches) that limits the distance that frequencies from the fob's device. They are available at many auto parts stores for less than PS10.

Some systems also allow you to unlock the car without pressing the button. The car will automatically lock or unlock as you approach the door's handle, so that your key is located in the fob, and within the range of the car's sensors.

Key fobs also offer greater control for managers and business owners by allowing access to specific areas of your facility or building to employees at scheduled shift hours. With a simple click to cancel access for a lost employee or even terminate the employee. This tool is especially useful for warehouses and other facilities which require higher levels of security.

summoning

A lot of the latest key fobs are equipped with hidden functions that make life easier for car owners. For instance an CR auto editor once went to his Honda Accord and saw all the windows had automatically rolled down, even though it was in his purse at home. This is certainly not a good thing especially during a rainstorm or if the car was covered with snow.

The Model 3 key fob is equipped with several amazing features. This includes the ability to summon the car and auto-park it by pressing a button. Another cool feature is the panic button, which a driver can press in a scary scenario, for instance, when a burglar has entered the home. A Tesla spokesperson claims that this might deter the criminal and warn neighbors.

Replace the old battery in the key fob with a new CR 2032 (available at local hardware stores and big-box retailers). After that, you can reinstall the key fob's cover on the bottom and press it down until you hear a snap. You can test the functions of the fob by unlocking and closing your vehicle.

Having a duplicate key fob can be beneficial because you can gift it to a friend or family member to let them use the car using their personal Driver Profile, which displays their preferred settings. This means that you don't have to worry about a friend or sibling accidentally altering the mirror position, climate control settings, or seat positions that you prefer.