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Using a thumb nail or small flat head screwdriver (A) to lift up the key fob battery compartment cover (B). Replace the CR2025 battery, ensuring it is installed in the correct direction.
Dead Coin Battery
The most common reason for a key fob to not unlock or lock your car is due to a dead coin battery. It usually shows symptoms before it dies such as a decreased range or no power at all. It is easy to replace it with a brand new (CR2025) one from your local supermarket. Be aware that using the wrong or incompatible batteries can damage your key fob. Make sure that the new battery is the same size, specification and voltage as the older one.
If your fob was exposed to clean water, for example rainwater or soapy water from the tap It is probable that corrosion has damaged the chip's electronic circuit. You could try cleaning the chip with alcohol or an electronic cleaner to check if it works but it is most likely that the chip has fried.
A new key fob is the easiest solution. Major seat leon car key replacement dealers sell key fobs and they can be installed by a skilled mechanic. They can also be purchased on the internet through sites like ebay. It is recommended to work on a work surface that has good lighting. This will make it easier to work on the small parts inside. It also allows you to avoid putting things in the wrong place. Always keep the seat leon key fob in a secure and safe place.
Water Damage
If your key fob is soaked by dropping it in the pool or slipping it in the wash you might think that it's gone but there's hope. The problem is when the circuit board inside the fob comes in contact with water. It makes an excellent conductor and shorts components. It also accelerates corrosion and rust.
This is a simple fix. Find something absorbent to place inside the fob. A tissue or a paper towel will work well. Then you can use an alcohol-soaked cotton swab and a cotton swab isopropyl alcohol and wipe down the circuit board and other components to get rid of any battery acid residue or contamination. Let the fob dry out for a few days in a dry, warm environment.
Replace the battery after the fob is dried out with a fresh one that has the same dimensions and polarity ('+' (pointing upwards). It can be difficult to open the fob to get access to the battery, however if you have a small flat-head screwdriver at hand, it will slide in easily. After the fob is reassembled it should function like a normal. If it doesn't, you might need to reprogramme it or replace the receiver module.
Radio Interference
When a keyfob operates properly, it transmits the radio frequency which is received by a module inside your car. If the signal is not received, your key fob will not work. This could be caused by objects, weather conditions or other transmitters operating on the same frequency band close to your car.
In this scenario it is best to replace the battery on your key fob. In this case it's best to replace the battery inside your seat key fob fob.
A few aftermarket LED lighting fixtures that uses the same frequency as a remote key fob might interfere with the signal and block it from reaching the receiver modules. To avoid interference, the LED lights must be turned off or to a different frequency.
If you've got a new battery on your key fob but the issue persists, it is likely that the antenna of your key fob is damaged or inoperable. This is since the antenna is responsible for sending signals from the key fob to the receiver module. Utilizing an OBDII scanner will aid in identifying the issue by telling you what is wrong with the system. The scanner will ask you for information about your specific vehicle including the model and make, engine type, and VIN number.
Faulty Receiver Module
The key fob contains an encoder module that transmits the signals needed to lock and unlock. All electronic components that are on-board will stop working if this module has a problem. Reprogramming the keyfob using an OBDII scan or replacing it could help.
There are a few possibilities for the cause of this problem which could be due to a dead coin battery, water damage or signal interference. You can reset the on-board computer if you disconnect the 12 volt batteries for about 15 minutes. This will drain any residual electricity that could be causing issues. Remove the cable first from the negative terminal, then the positive terminal. After 15 minutes, reconnect the battery in reverse order beginning with positive first, and negative second.
Dirt or water can harm the internal chip of the key fob. If your key's function stopped after being wet, you need to clean the electronic component with isopropyl alcohol or an electronic cleaner prior to reinstalling the battery. If the key stopped working after being exposed to soapy or salted water, it is likely that the chip is damaged and needs to be replaced.
A defective fuse for the antenna module could also be the cause. This is the fuse that transmits an electronic signal to the vehicle to lock or unlock. The fuse can be located in various places, based on the model. For instance it could be under the rear Seat mii Replacement key, or in the trunk, or the side of the dashboard.