Category: Dead Key FOBS

Volvo and Polestar Videos: Handling Dead Key Fob Batteries

How to Open, Start and Replace Fob Batteries in Volvo and Polestar Vehicles

Five videos offering help to Volvo and Polestar drivers who’s key fobs or remote controls have gone dead.

Video help for Polestar drivers including what we know about the Polestar 3.

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Video help for Volvos, including models with hidden key holes, updated.

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A video with updated turn-knob start Volvos here.

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And a video replacing the battery in the fob, updated.

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This one covers the new generation key fob battery replacement, including Polestar. Bring your patience…

Models covered include the Polestar 1, Polestar 2 and Polestar 3, and the Volvo C30, C70, S60, S80, S90, V60, V90, XC60, XC90, and XC40.

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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.

These posts are 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.

Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow.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.

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Lexus, Toyota and Scion Videos: Handling Dead Key Fob Batteries

How to Open, Start and Replace Fob Batteries in Lexus, Toyota and Scion Vehicles

Nine videos offering help to Lexus, Toyota and Scion drivers who’s key fobs or remote controls have gone dead.

Table of Contents

This video is an update of NX and RC models and now covers the 2016 and newer RX as well as new UX models.

https://youtu.be/BkLlfg-ytEY

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General Lexus video help, including models featuring a hidden key hole.

https://youtu.be/mlIPapj_pdg

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Another video for the new Lexus NX and RC F models.

https://youtu.be/r-OwvVkn0Os

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Video help specific for Prius models.

https://youtu.be/iUEith0b058

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A recent (post-2019) Lexus key fob battery replacement.

https://youtu.be/83UyQqzSwM4

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A video of us replacing the battery in an early Lexus dead key fob or remote control.

https://youtu.be/qbHwH8JVIvg

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This one is for Toyota key fobs exclusively.

https://youtu.be/eiiKJBHvNVI

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An updated look at a Lexus (and some Toyota) key fob battery replacement, newer fob.

https://youtu.be/40hXNBcQgV0

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This one is for newer (2018+) Toyota key fobs.

https://youtu.be/PghZJtlOu-A

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This one is a standard old school remote control.

https://youtu.be/3-HooaiMZFQ

Models covered include the Lexus CT, ES, GS, GX, IS, LS, LX, NX, RC, RX, RZ, TX, UX, and Toyota FR-S, iA, iM, tC, 4Runner, Avalon, Camry, Corolla, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Mirai, RAV4, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma, Tundra, Yaris, 86, C-HR, Supra, and Prius.

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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.

These posts are 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.

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.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2016/05/lexus-toyota-and-scion-video-help-with-dead-key-fobs/

Nissan and Infiniti Videos: Handling Dead Key Fob Batteries

How to Open, Start and Replace Fob Batteries in Nissan and Infiniti Vehicles

We have seven videos offering help to Nissan and Infiniti drivers who’s key fobs or remote controls have gone dead

This one features an Infiniti QX60.

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The new Infiniti QX30 holds a BIG surprise…

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Video help with Your Nissan or Infiniti.

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An updated video of us replacing the battery in a dead key fob or remote control.

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Nissan three button key fob battery replace.

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And a battery for the NEW Infiniti key fob…

Models covered include the QX30, Altima, 370Z, Armada, Cube, Frontier, GT-R, Juke, Kicks, Maxima, Murano, Pathfinder, Quest, Rogue, Sentra, Titan, Versa, Xterra, Q40, Q50, Q60, Q70, QX55, QX60, QX70, QX80,and QX50.

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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.

These posts are 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.

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.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2016/05/nissaninfiniti-video-help-with-dead-key-fobs/

Mercedes-Benz Videos: Handling Dead Key Fob Batteries

How to Open, Start and Replace Fob Batteries in Mercedes Vehicles

We have nine videos offering help to Mercedes drivers who’s key fobs or remote controls have gone dead.

This 2024 update of 2016 and newer models update adds two new door handles.

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This 2024 update of 2019 and newer models update adds a new back up start mark.

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This video covers 2019 and newer GLE and GLS SUVs as well as 2024 and newer G-Class SUVs.

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This one covers newer sedans with the latest key fob style and new back up start processes.

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General video help for Mercedes, updated.

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And a newer version covering the hidden key hole found in some models, now updated to  separate the key fob styles.

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This one covers the procedures for 2017 and later C-Class models that feature the new key fob style.

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This one is for the 2017 and later E-Class, also with the new key fob style.

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A video of us replacing the battery in a dead key fob or remote control, updated with better battery handling.

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And another replacing the battery in the newest key fob or remote control style.

Models covered include the GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS, A-Class, C-Class, S-Class, E-Class, CLA, CLS, AMG, SLC, SL, G63, B-Class, M-Class, and G550.

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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.

These posts are 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.

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.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2016/05/mercedes-benz-video-help-with-dead-key-fobs/

Mazda Videos: Handling Dead Key Fob Batteries

How to Open, Start and Replace Fob Batteries in Mazda Vehicles

We have seven videos offering help to Mazda drivers who’s key fobs or remote controls have gone dead.

This update adds a new key fob and new door handle introduced first in 2019.

Another video of late model Mazdas. No changes, but an updated video with a 2017 Mazda3.

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And one featuring a 2018 CX9.

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Here’s some video help for Mazdas build after 2013.

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And one for Mazda 3, Speed3 and 6 built before 2014.

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And a second one Mazda CX7, CX9, MX-5 and RX8s built before 2014.

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This one will help with the replacement of the battery in the fob.

Models covered include the CX-5, CX-7, CX9, MX-5, RX8, Mazda 3, MazdaSpeed3, and Mazda6.

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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.

These posts are 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.

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.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2016/05/mazda-video-help-with-dead-key-fobs/

Maserati Videos: Handling Dead Key Fob Batteries

How to Open, Start and Replace Fob Batteries in Maserati Vehicles

We have three videos that offers help to Maserati drivers who’s key fobs or remote controls have gone dead.

We had access to a 2015 Maserati Ghibli, and we can now confirm that the method shown will work with other late model push button start Maserati models. Certainly nothing will be harmed by trying it!

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And a second video here, verifying the results from the first, this time with a Levante.

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And here, we replace the battery in the key fob. No easy feat!

Models covered include the Ghibli and Levante.

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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.

These posts are 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.

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.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2016/05/maserati-video-help-with-dead-key-fobs/

Hyundai, Kia and Genesis Videos: Handling Dead Key Fob Batteries

How to Open, Start and Replace Fob Batteries in Hyundai, Kia and Genesis Vehicles

We have seventeen videos offering help to Hyundai, Kia and Genesis drivers who’s key fobs or remote controls have gone dead.

This one is exclusive for the Kia EV9 with a unique key hole cover.

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This video covers Hyundai electric models exclusively.

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This covers Hyundai Sonata models 2020 and newer.

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This video covers the electric Kia Soul!

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This video assembles all keyless start Hyundai models together.

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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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An updated video confirming the open and start process in newer Hyundai models.

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This video offers help with the newest Hyundais and Kias.

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Here’s a video of the procedure for early Kia Sorentos, Sportages and Fortes.

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Here’s a video of the procedure for early Hyundai Sonatas.

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This one covers early Genesis models.

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And a video for a Kia Optima built before 2014, a Kia Soul and a Hyundai Equus.

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Here’s the new Genesis line, updated.

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A video of us replacing the battery in an early Kia, Hyundai dead key fob or remote control.

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Another video replacing the battery in the newer Kia fob, 2014 and after.

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This video is the 2019 and later side button Kia key fob

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This is a video replacing the battery in the newer Hyundai fob, 2014 and after.

 

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This video covers key fobs introduced in 2020.

Models examined include Sedona, Genesis, Borrego, Mohave, Niro, G70, G80, G90, GV80, Cadenza, K900, Azera, Veloster, Venue, Sorento, Sportage, Forte, Sonata, Optima, Soul, and Equus.

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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.

These posts are 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.

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.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2016/05/hyundaikia-video-help-with-dead-key-fobs/