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Kia Picanto Key Replacement If you are new to Kias Raleigh, you can benefit from a myriad of features. The key fob is just one of those amazing features! The lock button can be pressed when the door is closed, to lock the tailgate and doors. It also activates the vehicle's alarm system, that is evident by the hazard alarm lights blinking twice. Keyless Entry With the keyless entry system that comes with your Kia Picanto it is possible to unlock and start your vehicle with just a click of an button. It's great if hands full or are unable to reach the keys to your car, but it could be problematic should the fob stop functioning. It could be due to a number of reasons, like the battery being dead or a broken key fob. You can still unlock your vehicle using the mechanical key placed inside the key fob if it's battery has died. However it is eventually necessary to carry out an Kia Picanto key fob battery replacement. You can find detailed instructions in your owner's guide or on YouTube. It's not difficult to do however, you'll require a few basic tools and patience. Water damage is just one of the many reasons why your key fob could stop working. If your fob was exposed to rain or clean tap water, you can restore it by taking off its battery and cleaning the chip with isopropyl and paper towels. Make sure the fob is dry prior to putting it back in place. Some thieves were able to disable keyless entry systems on cars. However, the majority of manufacturers have improved their systems to make them more secure than before. Jaguar for instance, uses ultra-wideband technology to prevent thieves from separating the signal from your fob and stealing your car. kia keyless entry With the Picanto key fob you can lock and unlock your car with one button press. It can also be used to open your tailgate or trunk in the event that your car is equipped with one of those features. If you're having issues with your key fob, then it may be time to replace the battery or reprogram it. There are a variety of things that could cause your key fob to cease working for a variety of reasons, including a dead coin battery, defective buttons or water damage, signal interference and receiver module problems. A dead coin battery is a common cause of the key fob not working. A new battery can fix the problem in just a few minutes. If the new battery isn't able to fix it, there may be a second issue in your keyless remote that requires more detailed troubleshooting. Press the lock button on your fob to check whether it's working. Close all doors in your Kia, then press the lock button to test. When the door locks cycle and the horn is heard, you'll know it worked. Our expert auto service team is available to guide you through the process if you have any questions. Keyless Start The keyless feature, also referred to as intelligent key, smart-key or push-button allows you to start your car without having to look for the mechanical keys. Certain cars require a special keyfob be programmed to work with ignition system to enable this feature. Some offer it as an add-on. The keyless start system sends radio signals to the vehicle using the key fob. The vehicle will be able to recognize the signal and respond in a manner that is appropriate. This is a wildly popular feature in vehicles that are on the market today, and is extremely useful to Brandon drivers. You can resolve the issue in the event that you own a Kia Picanto with keyless entry. You should first check that the battery is still in good working order. You will need to replace the battery in case it's dead. The metal clips that keep the batteries in place and complete the circuit are vital. After you have installed the new battery, you'll have to reprogram the key fob in order to work with your vehicle. You can follow the instructions in the owner's manual, or make use of an OBDII scanner to accomplish this. Remote Start There are several ways your Picanto key fob can communicate with your car. It can lock or unlock doors, start your car, and trigger interior LEDs or Puddle lighting. It also controls the rear-view camera. It is able to park your car from a distance! If, however, your Kia Picanto remote start isn't working, it could be due to several possible causes. The most frequent reason is a dead battery inside the key fob. It is imperative to replace the battery by a new one with the same voltage, size and specifications. A battery that's too big or too small might harm the circuit board that is on the key fob. Another possibility is water damage to the electronic chip inside the key fob. If your Picanto key fob has been exposed clean water from the tap or rain, it's likely safe to take off the battery and clean the chip using paper towels and isopropyl ethanol. If the key fob was exposed to salty or soapy water, then it will likely be fried and will require replacement. If you want to use the remote starter feature of your car from Picanto, ensure that the LOCK button is pressed and that the door handles have been closed. Press the UNLOCK key twice in two seconds to start the alarm system. The horn will beep twice.