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Seat Leon Key Fob Replacement It might not be required to replace or reprogramme your seat leon remote fob if it has stopped working The first thing you need to examine is the battery You can remove the battery out of many fobs using a tiny gap switch or slider Use the same type of battery as the original Dead coin battery One of the most common reasons for a key fob that stops functioning is an inoperative battery Its not expensive and takes just some minutes but the first thing you should ensure that youre using a suitable type of battery Most key fobs use CR2032 3V batteries which can be found at most electronics stores and on the internet 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 your Leon key fob is waterproof prolonged exposure to salt water may affect the internal electronic chip that controls the remote In some cases this can also prevent the keyfob from communicating with your vehicle To resolve this issue it is necessary to clean the chip with isopropyl alcohol or an electronic cleaner then dry it completely before placing the battery back If the battery is not the issue it could be that the buttons have become disaligned or stuck as a result of frequent use A careful visual inspection will determine if the buttons are damaged or loose and can be carefully and securely soldered back into place The KeyLab can try this yourself or take the key fob to an auto repair shop for repair It may be necessary to replace the remote depending on the degree of the damage Contacts for the battery that are defective A faulty battery contact is among the most frequent causes of keys not working This could be due to water or dirt inside the case of your key fob or simply wear and wear and tear 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 enable the key fob communicate with the vehicle The battery can be replaced inside your Leon keyfob by pulling the two halves in a way with a screwdriver that is flat A new battery is affordable and can be bought from any electronics store Follow the steps in the owners handbook when removing the old battery and installing the new one You can also reset the remote by disconnection of the battery for a couple of minutes This will restart all the onboard computers and could restore your key fobs ability to communicate with the vehicle If the issue persists you should consult a dealer to reprogram the key They will employ an OBDDII scanner to diagnose your issue and could be able to reprogram the key without the need to purchase a new key This process is usually completed within less than a half hour The dealer will also be able to reset the immobilizer Water damage Its important to take action quickly if your key fob has been submerged in water Electronics and water dont mix well and can damage the circuit board A wet key fob will also stop working This is why it is crucial to fix the problem as soon as you can If you accidentally dropped your key fob into an puddle or pool or even put it in the washing machine by accident The first thing you should do is to remove the battery and allow it to dry out completely You can also use paper towel or tissue to dry the outer casing You can also try placing it in a bag containing silica gel packets that can help in removing water Once your key fob has become completely dry its time to put it back together Make sure that the battery is securely inserted and that the metal contacts on the circuit board are clean If you need to use a little isopropyl to clean the contacts You should be able to start your car using the fob of your key after all this However if it still cannot start your car there may be additional problems that need to be addressed This could be a damaged key or a transponder that needs to be reprogrammed A malfunctioning receiver module It could be time to replace your receiver module if you tried everything such as replacing the batteries reprogramming and using an extra key fob The electronic component transmits signals to other modules inside the car for example the immobilizer Without a functioning receiver module your cars security system wont work and you wont have the ability to start your vehicle If the receiver module inside your seat leon is damaged or doesnt transmit the correct radio frequency signals youll be able to see an error code on the instrument panel In many instances the issue can be solved by connecting an OBDII scanner to the diagnostic port of your vehicle and examining for any errors Then you can try reprogramming the key using a dealers programmer and see if it solves the issue Key fobs are subjected to some abuse and therefore theyre not a perfect fit for the job The most frequent areas of failure are the battery terminal contacts and buttons With a little effort it is possible to repair or replace these Examine the voltage of your cars key fobs with the aid of a voltmeter if theyre low If the batterys reading is lower than 3 Volts its time to replace it You can find a replacement battery from any electronics store or auto parts center