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Seat Leon Key Fob Replacement If your seat leon key fob is not working its not necessary to be replaced or reset First you should check the battery The majority of fobs have an adjustment switch slider or small gaps that you can utilize to open and replace the battery Make sure to use the same type of battery that was used in the original Dead coin battery A dead battery is among the most common causes for a key fob that isnt working It is easy to replace and only takes some minutes However you need to first make sure you are using the correct type of battery The majority of key fobs are powered by CR2032 batteries 3V that can be found in many electronic stores and online Your owners manual or a YouTube video should give you the steps for opening the key fob and then replacing its battery Water Damage Even if the Leon key fob has a waterproof coating longterm exposure to saltwater can damage the electronic chip within the remote In some cases it could also prevent the key fob from communicating with your vehicle You will need to clean it with isopropyl or an electronic cleaner and dry it prior to putting the battery back If its not the battery thats the issue the buttons may have become misaligned due to the constant use If they are damaged or loose you can easily solder them back into their original position You can do this yourself or you can take the key fob to an auto shop for repair It is possible to replace the remote based on the level of damage Faulty battery contacts One of the most frequent reasons for a keyfob not working is due to damaged battery contacts This could be due water or dirt inside the case of your keyfob or simply wear and wear and tear Isopropyl Alkohol can be used to clean the contacts of the battery This will restore the connection between the battery and the microprocessor and will allow the key fob communicate with the vehicle The battery can be changed in your Leon keyfob by prying the two halves in a way with a flat screwdriver A new battery is inexpensive and can be purchased from any electronics store Be sure to follow the directions in your owners manual when taking off and installing the new battery You can also try resetting your remote keyless system by disconnection of the 12 volt battery for a short period of time This will reboot all the onboard computers and might allow your key fob to connect with your vehicle If the problem persists you should consult your dealer to reprogram your keys They will use an OBDII scanner to identify the issue and could be able to reprogram your key fob without the need to purchase another original key This process will usually be done in less than an hour The dealer will also be able to reset the immobilizer Water damage It is crucial to act immediately if the key fob is submerged in water Water and electronics are not an ideal mix and could cause damage to the circuit board A key fob that has been wet may also cease to function This is why it is important to fix the issue as soon as you are able to If you accidentally dropped your key fob in the puddle or pool or even thrown it into the wash accidentally the first thing you need to do is to remove the battery and let it dry completely Its also a good idea to find something absorbent to dry the casing and buttons such as tissue or a paper towel You can also put it in a bag that is filled with silica gel packets to aid in the absorption of moisture Once your key fobs completely dry its time to start putting it back together Make sure that the battery is properly inserted and that the contacts on the circuit are clean If necessary you can use a little isopropyl clean the contacts You should be able to start your car with the key fob after all this If it still wont start the vehicle there may be other issues that must be addressed These could include a damaged key or a transponder which requires reprogramming Faulty receiver module If your key fob isnt working after being dropped on the floor or simply suddenly stopped working out of blue and youve tried everything else including replacing the battery reprogramming it and even using a spare it could be time to replace the receiver module Its an electronic part that transmits signals to other modules on the car including the immobilizer Without a working receiver module the cars security system wont work and you wont have the ability to start your car Theres a problem on the instrument panel when the receiver module located in the seat leon is damaged or if its not transmitting radio frequency signals properly Connecting an OBDII scanner to the vehicles diagnostic port and looking for errors will usually solve the issue Then you can try reprogramming the key with a dealerprovided programmer and see if it solves your issue Key fobs are exposed to many abuses which is why theyre not a perfect fit for the job The most frequent areas of failure are the battery terminal contacts as well as buttons seat alhambra key can be repaired and replace with only a little effort Check the voltage of the key fobs in your car with an voltmeter to determine if theyre low If the battery reads less than 3 Volts the time is now to replace it You can get an alternative battery from any auto part or electronics center