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How to Change the Key Fob Battery of the Kia Rio

Model: Kia Rio UB, MK 3 - Years 2011-2017
Part: Key

Today, follow the necessary steps to disassemble and replace the battery of the key fob for the Kia Rio. First, take your key fob and remove the physical key from inside it. Then, use something thin and pointed, like a flat screwdriver, to open the two halves of the fob, as shown in the video. At this point, remove the old battery and replace it with a new one of the correct type (in this case, a CR 2032 3V); insert it in the correct orientation and reassemble the fob, ensuring that the buttons work correctly.

Updated on 23 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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