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How to Replace a Volvo Replacement Key Fob Your Volvo key fob can do so more than unlocking and locking your car. It's also an advanced anti-theft device that has a special technology that communicates with your vehicle in order to prevent theft. What happens when the battery of your key fob is dead? Our team at Volvo Cars Mission Viejo has all the answers! How to Unlock Your Vehicle Modern electronic key fobs offer greater convenience and function compared to a manual key. However, they do require batteries that eventually wear out over time and need to be replaced. If your Volvo keyfob is working only intermittently, the battery could be dying and you will need to replace it in the near future. Fortunately, there are easy steps you can follow to replace your Volvo key fob battery on your own. First, you must locate a clean work surface to perform the process. Set out all the tools that you will need. Then, locate the battery's hole, and then open it with a flathead, a coin, or a similar tool. Then, carefully pull out the battery by lifting the side closest to the hook of the key-ring. Be sure to wear rubber gloves to protect the contacts or the clips. After the battery is removed, insert the new battery into its socket. Make sure that the positive end of the battery is facing upwards, and the clips are all seated. Slide the cover downwards towards the key-ring area until it loosens and is able to slide off. Then, lift the cover to reveal the key blade, which is hidden inside. This can be used to unlock your car from the driver's side if the key fob battery is dead or gone. How to Start Your Vehicle Modern vehicles come with key fobs that do more than simply unlock and lock the doors. They can also perform useful functions, such as summoning and auto-parking the vehicle. The brand new Volvo XC60 is capable of remotely starting your engine by using the key fob buttons. How exactly does it work? Find a clean surface on which you can place all the items needed for this project. Then, lay the fob down on the work surface with its Volvo logo facing upward. Next, use a flathead screwdriver, coin or similar tool to open the battery hatch to the open position. Avoid touching the electronic contact surfaces using your tools. This can cause the fob to stop working properly. Once the hatch has been opened, slide the battery in its socket. Make sure the positive (+ side) is facing upwards. Once the clips have been locked into place, remove the cover of the battery and then reassemble the fob. When you press the unlock button only once the alarm will disengaged and the door for the driver will be unlocked. By pressing it a second it will unlock all doors as well as the tailgate. The unlock button can also be used to roll down the windows during the hot days or to let fresh air in before stepping out on the road. If you want more then the keyfob may be used to activate the ERS system, which will start the climate control system in your vehicle. It will then warm or cool the vehicle to desired temperature settings when the vehicle is in a parking. How to Change the Battery If your key fob isn't locking or unlocking your car as it did in the past it could be time to replace the battery. Changing the battery is fairly simple and requires only a small flathead screwdriver or plastic pry bar tool. First look for the small slot that the backup / emergency key fob made of steel used to be. Use the blade of your screwdriver or pry bar tool into this slot and gently open the rear of the fob that holds the key. Once the fob has been opened, locate the CR2032 3V battery and remove it. Place a new battery in its place and join the fob. Note: Some older Volvos have a different battery one called the CR2025. volvo replacement key price are 7 tenths of a millimeter thinner than a CR2032 battery, so you must be careful with the placement of your replacement. Follow these tips to change the battery in your Volvo. Contact Jennings Volkswagen if you have any questions. Our expert team is willing to help. We also have a complete service department that can take care of any car maintenance or repair you might need. Book your appointment now! How to Unlock the Key Blade that is Hidden Key Blade Volvo's key fobs have made a huge leap in recent years. Key fobs can be more than a simple remote to lock and start your vehicle. They can also open and close the windows and provide an energy boost when needed. You'll first need to master using your key fob to fully unlock its potential. Your key fob comes with a transponder that's been programmed to work with your Volvo. When you insert the key fob into the ignition barrel a transponder chip reads the code and compares it with the one that is stored in the start inhibitor module of your car. If the codes don't match the car won't start. This is an important security measure that stops your Volvo from beginning if the wrong key is used. If you lose your keys and you lose it, you must bring it to a dealership to get it replaced, and your vehicle programmed. This procedure can take as long as 10 days and will cost you a lot of money. You can save money by programming your own computer. You can find all the necessary information in the owner's manual or on the internet. Take off the logo and non-logo covers and place your key fob on a clean surface. Locate the grey button on the top right corner of the fob and press it down. This will open the cover to reveal the CR 2032 3V battery.