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How to Open, Start and Replace Fob Batteries for Hyundai and Genesis Vehicles
We have thirteen videos offering help to Hyundai, Kia and Genesis drivers for Key Not Working.
Hyundai EVs
This video covers Hyundai electric models exclusively.
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2020 and newer Sonata
This covers Hyundai Sonata models 2020 and newer.
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Hyundai models, 2014-2019
This video assembles all keyless start Hyundai models together.
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Santa Fe and Palisade, 2019 and newer
A new video exclusively for driver of the newest Santa Fe and new Palisade model, which has a unique requirement for revealing the key hole.
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Hyundai overview update, pre-2014
An updated video confirming the open and start process in newer Hyundai models.
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2014 and newer Hyundai models
This video offers help with the newest Hyundais and Kias.
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Pre-2014 Sonata
Here’s a video of the procedure for early Hyundai Sonatas.
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Pre-2014 Genesis models
This one covers early Genesis models.
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Pre-2014 Equus
And a video for a Kia Optima built before 2014, a Kia Soul and a Hyundai Equus.
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2020 and newer Genesis
Here’s the new Genesis line, updated.
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Key fob battery replacement
Pre-2014 Hyundai fob
A video of us replacing the battery in an early Kia, Hyundai dead key fob or remote control.
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Post-2014 Hyundai fob
This is a video replacing the battery in the newer Hyundai fob, 2014 and after.
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2020 and newer Hyundai fob
This video covers key fobs introduced in 2020.
Models examined include Sedona, Genesis, Borrego, Mohave, G70, G80, G90, GV80, Azera, Veloster, Venue, Sonata, and Equus. Model years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026.
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The information on this website is provided for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.
Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.
Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.
The author has 30+ years of automotive experience and has assembled the most extensive collection of symbols and warning lights anywhere (over 1,000!) and can help you open and start any keyless start car with a dead key fob battery. BA, St. Joseph’s, ME: MS, RPI, NY
How to Open, Start and Replace Fob Batteries for Hyundai and Genesis Vehicles