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Changing the Battery in Your Mazda 3 Key Fob It can be a bit frustrating to get in your car at the end of a long hard day and discover that the key fob is dead Fortunately it is an easy fix with simple battery replacement from a hardware store or big box retailer A spare key fob for your Mazda 3 is an inexpensive alternative to not having to take your vehicle to a dealership in order to have them reprogram the keys Battery Replacement Removing the battery from the Mazda 3 key fob is an easy process that can perform at home You should only replace it when the battery dies or if you see a message reading Low keyfob battery on the multiinformation display Replace battery Youll need a flathead screwdriver with tape and patience to open the case Find a gap or notch in the bottom metal part of your Mazda 3s key fob and insert the head of the screwdriver to remove the lower part Repeat the procedure for the top piece of metal however be careful not to damage the rubber ring on the bottom of the case When the fob case is open youll see the slots on either side of the case that houses the battery Start on the other side of the case and gently pry it open Remove the old battery and put in the new CR2025 ensure that its in the right orientation for the correct polarity Put the cap of the battery on again and then attach both sides of your key fob case by pressing until they click Once youve replaced your battery Check the fob to make sure it works by locking and unlocking your doors If everything is in order youre good to go Mazda 3 remote features can be used again Pairing Issues If your key fob stops working suddenly it could be a sign that the transmitter in the car has been damaged It is typically a need for the assistance of a professional for repair and will likely require a replacement key fob If youve tried to change the battery and reprogram the key fob but its not working then the chip in the key fob might be faulty This can happen if the keyfob has been dropped or exposed to saltwater or touched by dirty fingers Youll need to find the small key that is inserted into the seam to remove the circuit board to identify the issue Then you will be able to check for any corrosion or damage on the electronic chip It is best to use a clean paper towel to keep the microchip from being damaged If youre unsure you are not sure you can check the battery connector terminals for cracks or breakage If this is the case carefully connecting them back can usually restore the function of the key fob You can also check the buttons for damage or wear If the buttons are loose they can be resoldered to their original position unless they have physically snapped Interference Signals There are few things more frustrating than staring at the No Fob Detected message when trying to start your car This usually occurs at the most unpopular moments such as when youre running late for work or picking up children from daycare or school The good thing is that there are steps you can take to investigate the issue and figure out what is causing it Interference signals can affect the remote key fob signal coming from the vehicle and cause it to not work properly It can be caused by things like weather conditions buildings and transmitters operating on the same frequency Interference may also occur if you install aftermarket equipment in your vehicle that transmits on the same frequency as the key fob Additionally if the key fob is exposed to salt or water the water it might be damaged Water can penetrate the rubber seals of the electronic chip particularly when the key fob is submerged in water for a prolonged time This can cause the chip to cease working requiring replacement of the key fob If you own a programmable key cleaning the chip with isopropyl alcohol or an electronic cleaner to help it return to working If this does not help the chip its likely fried and will need to be replaced LockingUnlocking of the Doors The buttons on the key fob transmit electronic signals to the solenoid of the car which then transforms the signal into mechanical action It locks and unlocks doors If the door lock doesnt work it could be because of an issue with the solenoid This will require experts from repair shops to analyze mazda smart key replacement can also hinder the fob from working properly This is the case if the battery is unable to charge or if the contacts become corroded and stop conducting electricity This issue can be resolved in minutes with a new battery If the key fob isnt working after you replace the battery or try to program it again the issue might be related to the receiver module The device receives radio frequency signals from the key fob and interprets them to control the vehicles functions If it fails it could be costly to fix To test if this is true put your spare key in the key slot Then turn the ignition ON Press the key fob two times within 10 seconds but without taking it out The Mazda 3 system will now be able to synchronize the key with your car and you can use it as your primary remote for driving You can program up to three keys in this way