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

It's possible to change the fob battery yourself and save money. Here's how: Find a notch on the fob's key and insert your tool.

Battery

Modern key fobs are packed with features and convenience, but they require a bit of care to ensure they continue functioning well. Over time the battery in your key fob will run out of power and need to be replaced. You'll know that it's time replace the battery if your car becomes more difficult to start or when your buttons stop working.

The process of replacing the battery in your key fob is simple. Place the key fob flat on a surface and press the metal buttons until they pop open. Locate the seam that connects the lid and the base of the fob, and then utilize a small screwdriver with a flat blade (or sometimes, your fingernail) to break the two halves in a gentle manner.

Then lift the clips that secure the battery and take it out. If your key fob comes with a slot to hold the battery then replace it with an alternative. Make sure that you insert the new battery in the correct direction and in the correct direction.

You will require a coin-cell CR2032 battery to be found in a lot of stores that sell batteries or on the internet. The battery usually appears like a small disc, with an X and Y symbol printed on it. When handling the battery, take care as it can leak when your hands are dirty. The leaking can damage the circuit board, making it less likely to function correctly in the future.

Programming

The car key fob of the present is more than just an instrument for controlling the car. It's also an electronic remote control that can manage various systems. It can be used to adjust your seat and mirror adjustments, setting your radio's temperature and climate control and many other functions that are adapted to the requirements of the driver. Unfortunately these smart key fobs also have the potential to get messed up from various reasons. Sometimes, replacing the battery will fix the problem but in some cases, reprogramming your key fob is needed.

It's not difficult to reprogram the key fob, and you can do it at the comfort of your home or work. First, secure your vehicle and make sure that the locked keys in mini cooper are inside it. Press and hold the "Unlock" and "Lock" buttons on your new key fob simultaneously, until you hear a chime, or the locks cycle. This will reset the connection between the key fob and your vehicle.

Remove the backup key made of metal from your fob. Set it aside in a secure place. Move the back cover of your fob towards its center to give it a slight lift to allow you to remove it. Replace the fob's key by using the latest CR2032 battery which can be purchased at our Golden Valley parts section or at local hardware stores and at supermarkets in Minnetonka and St Louis Park.

Keyless Entry

Modern mini kd key fobs come with a variety of benefits, ranging from convenience to safety. You can unlock your car's doors and trunk using a button on your fob that sends an audio frequency signal to a receiver inside your vehicle. This system has its benefits and disadvantages, however.

For instance, some criminals have built devices that take the signals from your key and duplicate the signals to be used as an "key" to open and start your car. You can guard yourself by putting your key fob in an enclosed protection case (known as Faraday pouches) that limits the distances that the frequencies of the fob's location. These pouches are available in most auto parts stores for less than PS10.

Certain systems also allow you to unlock the car without pressing an button. The vehicle will lock or unlock automatically when you reach the door handle, so long as your key is inside the fob and within the range of a car's sensor.

Key fobs can also provide more control for managers and business owners by allowing access to certain areas of your facility or building to employees at specified shift times. You can also cancel access for a missing or fired employee at the pressing of a button. This is an especially useful option for warehouses or other buildings that require higher security.

Summoning

Key fobs with modern technology often have hidden functions that can make the life of the car owner much simpler. For example one CR auto editor was once in his Honda Accord and saw all the windows automatically rolled down while it was in his purse at home. This is certainly not a good thing especially during a rainstorm or when the car was covered in snow.

The Model 3's key fob has several other exciting features, like the ability to summon and auto-park the vehicle via a push of the button. Another cool feature is the panic button, which drivers can press during a terrifying situation, like when a burglar is in the home. This can deter the criminal and help to alert neighbors, says a Tesla spokesperson.

Replace the old battery in your key fob with a new CR 2032 (available from local hardware stores and large-box retailers). After that, you can reinstall the key fob's bottom cover and firmly press it until you hear a snap. Once the fob is activated, you can test its functions by unlocking and locking your car.

A duplicate key fob may be useful to an individual in your family or friend to allow them to use their own Driver profile, with their preferred settings. This way, you don't have to worry about your partner or sibling accidentally altering the position of the mirror, climate control settings, or seat positions that you prefer.