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How to Replace the Key Battery of the Kia Picanto

Model: Kia Picanto 2A, MK 1 - Years 2004-2011
Part: Key

Today, let's discover how to disassemble and replace the battery of the Kia Picanto key. First, take your key and unscrew the small screw found on the remote casing; then remove the casing to access the battery compartment, as shown in the video. Next, remove the old battery and replace it with a new one of the correct type (in this case, a CR 1620 3V); insert it the correct way into the battery holder and reassemble your key, securely fastening the screw on the plastic casing!

Updated on 24 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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