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Seat Leon Key Fob Replacement It may not be necessary to replace or change the programming of your seat leon remote fob if it stopped working The first thing you should check is the battery Most fobs have a slider switch or small gaps that you can use to pry open and replace the battery Be sure to use the same type of battery as the original Dead coin battery A dead battery is among the most common reasons for a keyfob not working It is easy to replace and takes only about a minute But you must first ensure that you are using the correct type of battery The majority of key fobs utilize CR2032 3V batteries which can be found in a variety of electronics stores and on the internet There are instructions on how to open the key fob or replace its battery in your owners manual YouTube video or other online resources Water Damage Even even if your Leon key fob is waterproof prolonged exposure to salt water could affect the internal electronic chip that controls the remote In some cases this can also hinder the keyfob from communicating with your vehicle To resolve this issue it is necessary to clean the chip using isopropyl alcohol or an electronic cleaner and dry it completely before installing the battery If the battery isnt the issue it could be because the buttons are misaligned or stuck due to many hours of use If theyre loose or damaged you can easily solder them back into place You can do this yourself or take the key fob into an auto repair shop to be repaired Depending on the severity of the problem you might need to replace the entire remote Contacts to the battery are not working properly A damaged or defective battery contact is among the most frequent causes of the keyfob to stop working It could be due to dirt or water in the case of your keyfob or just wear and wear and tear Isopropyl alcohol can be used to clean the contacts of the battery This will restore the connection between the microprocessors battery and the battery This will enable the key fob communicate with the vehicle You can change the battery in your Leon key fob by removing the two halves with the help of a small screwdriver and removing the old battery You can buy a new battery at any electronics store Make sure you follow the instructions in your owners manual when removing and installing the new battery You could try resetting the remote keyless system by disconnecting the battery that is 12 volts for a short period of time This will allow you to reboot all onboard computers and could allow your key fob to communicate with your vehicle If the problem persists you should contact your dealer to reprogram your keys They will use an OBDDII scaner to pinpoint the issue and might be able to reprogram your keys without needing another original key This procedure is typically completed in less than one hour The dealer can also reset the immobilizer Water damage If your key fob was submerged in water its imperative to act quickly Water and electronics are not an ideal match and could cause damage to the circuit board A key fob that is wet could also cause it to cease to function this is why it is crucial to deal with this problem as soon as possible If you accidentally dropped your keyfob into water or a pool or washed it accidentally it is recommended to remove the battery first and allow it to dry completely Its also an ideal idea to find something that will absorb moisture to dry the outer casing and buttons such as tissue or paper towels You could also put it in a bag filled with silica gel packets that will help to suck out water Once your key fob has completely dried its time to put it back together Make sure the battery is securely placed in the circuit and that the contacts on the circuit are clean If you need to use a little isopropyl to clean the contacts After seat key transponder programming of this you should be successful in getting your vehicle to start using the key fob If it still cannot start your car there could be other issues that need to dealt with This could be due to a damaged key or transponder that needs to be reprogrammed Faulty receiver module It may be time to replace the receiver module if you have tried everything which includes replacing the batteries reprogramming or using an extra key fob Its an electronic component that transmits signals to other modules in the car like the immobilizer Without a functioning receiver module the security system in your car wont work and you wont be able start your car If the receiver module within your seat leon is damaged or not transmitting proper radio frequency signals youll see an error code on the instrument panel Connecting an OBDII scanner to the vehicles diagnosis port and checking for any problems can often resolve the issue Then you can try reprogramming the key using a dealers programmer and see if that solves your issue Key fobs can take lots of abuse They arent impervious to damage which is why theyre not completely safe The battery terminal contacts as well as the button are the most frequent failure points With some effort you can easily repair or replace these Check the voltage on your cars key fobs by using the aid of a voltmeter if theyre low If the batterys voltage is less than 3 Volts it is time to replace it You can get the replacement battery in any electronic store or auto parts center