How to Replace a Volvo Replacement Key Fob

Your Volvo key fob can do more than simply unlock and lock your vehicle. It's also a sophisticated antitheft device that makes use specialized technology to communicate with your car in order to prevent theft.

But what happens when your key fob battery dies? Our team at Volvo Cars Mission Viejo has all the answers!

How to Unlock your Vehicle

Modern electronic key fobs provide more convenience and functions compared to a traditional manual key. However, they require batteries that eventually degrade over time and need to be replaced. If your volvo car key keyfob works only intermittently, it could be that the battery is be failing and you'll need to replace it soon.

Fortunately, there are simple steps you can follow to replace your Volvo key fob battery on your own. First, you must locate a clean work area to carry out the procedure. Set out all the tools you will need. Then, locate the battery's hatch and turn it open using a flathead, a coin, or other similar tool. Next, carefully pry the battery from its socket by lifting it up on the side closest to the key-ring loop. Make sure you wear rubber gloves to protect the contacts or the clips.

Place the new battery in the socket after the previous one is removed. Make sure that the positive side is facing upwards and that it's seated within all clips. Slide the cover downwards towards the key-ring area until it loosens and slides off. Then, lift the cover and reveal the mechanical key blade hidden inside. It can be used to unlock your car from the driver's side in the event that the key fob battery is dead or lost.

How to Start Your Vehicle

Modern vehicles come with keyfobs that do more than just unlock and secure the doors. They also have 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. What exactly does it do?

Find a clean, flat surface on which you can arrange the necessary items to complete this project. Then lay the fob on the work surface, with its Volvo logo facing upward. Make use of a flathead, coin, or any other similar tool to open the battery hatch. Be careful not to touch the electronic contact surfaces of the fob using your tools, as this can cause the fob's key to stop functioning properly.

Once the hatch is open, slide the battery into its socket, making sure it is properly seated with the positive (+) side facing upwards. After the clips are secured into place, replace the battery cover and then reassemble the fob.

Pressing the unlock button once will disengage the alarm and unlock the driver's side door. By pressing it a second and then you can unlock all the doors and tailgate. The unlock button is also useful for rolling down the windows to let in cool, fresh air on a hot summer's day. If you'd like to go further, the keyfob can be used to activate the ERS, which will activate the climate control system in the vehicle and allow it to warm or cool the vehicle to desired temperature levels when the vehicle is parked.

How to Change the Battery

If your key fob isn't locking or unlocking your vehicle the way it used to it could be time to change the battery. The battery can be changed with a flathead screwdriver pry bar made of plastic, or other small tools. First look for the small slot in which the backup or emergency key fob made of steel used to be. Insert the blade of a screwdriver, or prybar tool into this slot, and then gently pull the rear of the fob open. After you have opened the fob, you can locate and remove the CR 2032 3V battery. Replace the battery, then snap to the fob.

Note: Certain older Volvo models use a different type of battery that is called the CR2025. CR2025 batteries are 7 tenths of a millimeter thinner than a CR2032 battery, and you will need to be careful with the placement of the replacement.

Having a reliable key fob is essential for both security and convenience, so make sure to follow these suggestions when replacing your Volvo's battery. Contact Jennings Volkswagen if you have any questions. Our team of experts are willing to help. We also have a full service department that can handle any car maintenance or repair you require. Book your appointment now!

How to Unlock the Hidden Key Blade

Keyfobs for volvo car key have evolved in recent years. They're no longer just a remote to lock and starting your car. they can also shut your windows, and even provide a boost in an emergency. First, you must master the use of your key fob to unlock its full potential.

Your key fob has an transponder chip programmed to your Volvo. When you insert it into the ignition barrel an antenna reads its code and compares it to the one that is stored in the start inhibitor module. If the codes aren't compatible then your car won't begin. This is a crucial security measure to prevent your volvo key fob functions from being started if a wrong key is used.

If you lose your key and you lose it, you must bring it to a dealership to have it repaired and your vehicle changed. This process can take between 5 and 10 days and cost you a significant amount of money. Luckily, there's an option to cut down on some money by programming the system at home. You can find all the necessary information in your owner's guide or on the internet. First, remove the logo and non-logo covers from your key fob. Then lay it on a clean, flat surface. Press the grey button in the upper right corner of your fob. This will let the cover open to reveal the CR 2032 3V battery.