By Justin To replace the battery in your Hyundai i10 key fob, follow these steps:
- Identify the correct battery type
- Use simple tools to open the fob carefully
- Replace the battery, ensuring it's properly installed
Identifying the Battery Type
Your Hyundai I10 key needs a CR2032 battery. This is a common battery type used in many devices.
It's a 3-volt lithium battery, round, with a 20mm diameter and 3.2mm thickness.
Make sure you get the CR2032 battery for your key fob to work well. Using the right battery type is important for the key fob to function properly, helping you lock, unlock, or start your car without any issues.
Gathering Necessary Tools
To replace the CR2032 battery in your Hyundai I10 key, you need a few tools.
First, get a small flat-head screwdriver or an eyeglass screwdriver to open the key fob.
Then, have tweezers ready. They're helpful for handling the battery if you have big fingers and to avoid touching sensitive parts inside the key fob.
Also, keep a clean, soft cloth to hold the key fob and clean any dust inside.
Make sure you have good lighting, like a table lamp or flashlight, to see everything clearly.
Having these tools ready before you start will help you quickly and smoothly replace the battery in your Hyundai I10 key.
Opening the Key Fob
To open your Hyundai I10 key fob, find the small notch on the fob's seam. Use a flat tool, like a small screwdriver or a coin, to gently pry the fob's halves apart. Be patient to avoid damaging the fob.
Insert your tool into the notch and apply steady pressure. If using a screwdriver, choose one that fits well. Twist the tool slightly to open the fob. If it doesn't open easily, look for any other clips or notches and try there.
Gently work the tool around the seam, separating the fob's halves. Be careful to avoid damaging the key fob.
Replacing the Battery
To change your Hyundai I10 key fob battery, follow these steps:
- Open the key fob and find the battery.
- Get a CR2032 battery, which is the type you need.
- Remove the old battery carefully. Remember its position because the new battery needs to go in the same way.
- Try not to touch the new battery too much to keep it clean.
- Put the new battery in with the plus sign (+) facing up.
- Make sure the new battery fits well without moving.
- Close the key fob casing tightly.
Testing the New Battery
After you replace the battery in your Hyundai I10 key fob, check if it works by standing close to your vehicle and pressing the unlock button. If you hear the doors unlock or see lights flash, the battery is working. Then, press the lock button and make sure the doors lock or you get a signal like flashing lights or a beep.
Test other buttons like the panic button or trunk opener and see if they work as expected, like opening the trunk or sounding the alarm.
If the key fob doesn't respond or is unreliable, check the battery is in correctly and the compartment is clean. Sometimes, adjusting the battery or cleaning the contacts with a cloth can fix the problem.
Conclusion
You've just finished changing the battery in your Hyundai i10 key. Great job!
You found the right kind of battery, got all the tools you needed, opened the key fob carefully, and put in a new battery.
After checking that the new battery works well, you're all done. It's a good idea to keep an extra battery around so you don't have trouble later.
Well done for doing this by yourself; your Hyundai i10 key is working perfectly now!