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Seat Leon Key Fob Replacement If your seat leon key fob stopped working it may not need to be replaced or reset You must first examine the battery You can pull the battery out of most fobs using a tiny gap or switch Make sure to use same type of battery that was used in the original Dead coin battery One of the most common reasons for the key fob not working is an inoperative battery It is easy to replace and takes only about a minute But you must first make sure you are using the correct kind of battery Most key fobs are equipped with CR2032 3V batteries which are sold in most electronics stores and online You can find the instructions on how to open the key fob and replace its battery in your owners manual YouTube video or other online sources Water Damage Even even if the Leon key fob has an waterproof coating prolonged exposure to saltwater could harm the electronic chip inside the remote In certain cases this can also block the key fob from connecting to the vehicle To fix this it is necessary to clean the chip using alcohol isopropyl or an electronic cleaner and then dry it completely prior placing the battery back If the battery isnt the issue it could be because the buttons are stuck or misaligned due to many hours of use A careful visual inspection will determine if the buttons are loose or damaged and can be and securely soldered back into place You can attempt this yourself or send the key fob to an auto repair shop for repair Depending on the severity of the issue you may need to replace the entire remote Contacts to the battery are not working properly A damaged battery contact is one of the most common reasons for the keyfob to stop working This can be due to water or dirt in your key fobs case or just wear and wear and The solution is to clean the batterys contacts using isopropyl alcohol This will restore the connection between the microprocessors battery and the battery This will allow the key fob to communicate with the vehicle The battery can be changed within your Leon keyfob by prying the two halves of the keyfob apart with a flat screwdriver You can purchase a brand new battery from any electronics store Follow the guidelines in the owners manual for removing the old battery and installing the new one You can also reset your remote by disconnection of the battery for a few minutes This will restart all the computer on board and may help restore your keys ability to connect to the vehicle If the problem persists you should contact your dealer to reprogram your keys They will use an OBDDII scanner to diagnose your issue and could be able to reprogram your keys without the need for a replacement key This process is usually completed within less than an hour The dealer can also reset the immobilizer Water damage It is crucial to act promptly if your key fob has been soaked by water Electronics and water arent an ideal combination and could cause damage to the circuit board A wet key fob will also stop working This is why it is important to fix the issue as quickly as you can If you accidentally dropped your keyfob into the pool or puddle or washed it by mistake it is recommended to remove the battery first and allow it to dry completely You can also use paper towel or tissue to dry the casing You could also put it in a bag that contains silica gel packets that will help to suck out the moisture Once your key fob has become completely dry its time to start putting it back together Make sure the battery is properly inserted and the metal contacts on the circuit board are clean If needed apply a bit of isopropyl clean the contacts After all of this you should be in a position to get your car to start with the key fob If its still not working it is possible that you need to fix other issues This could be due to a damaged key or a transponder which needs to be reset A malfunctioning receiver module It could be time to replace the receiver module if you have tried everything which includes replacing the batteries reprogramming or using a spare key fob Its an electronic part that transmits signals to other modules on the car such as the immobilizer The security system in your car will not work without a functioning receiver module You wont even be able to start your car If the receiver module inside your seat leon is damaged or doesnt transmit proper radio frequency signals youll see an error message on the instrument panel Connecting The KeyLab to the vehicles diagnostic port and examining it for errors can often solve the issue You can then try reprogramming your key with the programmer provided by your dealer to determine whether it solves the issue Key fobs have to endure a lot abuse and so theyre not a perfect fit for the job The battery terminal contacts and button are the most frequently encountered failure points They are easy to fix and replace with little effort Check the voltage of your cars key fobs by using the aid of a voltmeter if theyre low If the batterys reading falls lower than 3 Volts is it time to replace it You can get an alternative battery at any electronic store or auto parts center