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Seat Leon Key Fob Replacement If your seat leon key fob has stopped working it may not need to be replaced or reset First you should check the battery The majority of fobs have a slider switch or small gaps that you can utilize to pry open and replace the battery Make sure to use the same type of battery as the original Dead coin battery One of the most common causes of a key fob that stops working is the battery is dead It is easy to replace and takes just less than a few minutes However you need to first make sure you are using the correct kind of battery The majority of key fobs utilize CR2032 3V batteries which are sold at most electronics stores as well as on the internet You can find information on how to open the key fob or replace its battery in your owners manual YouTube video or other online sources Water Damage Even if the Leon key fob is coated with a waterproof coating prolonged exposure to saltwater could damage the electronic chip within the remote In some cases this can also hinder the keyfob from communicating with your vehicle It is necessary to clean the battery with isopropyl or an electronic cleaner then dry it before returning the battery If the battery isnt the issue it could be that the buttons have become disaligned or stuck as a result of many hours of use If theyre loose or damaged you can carefully solder them back into their original position You can do this yourself or you can take the key fob into an auto shop to have it repaired It is possible to replace the remote depending on the severity Faulty battery contacts A faulty battery contact is among the most frequent reasons for a keyfob not working This could be due to water or dirt in your key fobs case or just wear and wear and Isopropyl alcohol can be used to clean the batterys contacts This will restore the connection between the microprocessor and battery and will allow the key fob to communicate with the vehicle The KeyLab can be changed inside your Leon keyfob simply by tearing the two halves apart with a screwdriver that is flat A new battery is cheap and can be bought from any electronics store Follow the steps in the owners manual when taking the old battery out and installing the new one You can also reset the remote by disconnection of the battery for a couple of minutes This will allow you to reboot all onboard computers and could restore your key fobs ability to communicate with your vehicle If the problem persists you should consult your dealer to reprogram your keys They will employ an OBDII scanner in order to determine the problem and may be in a position to reprogram your key fob without the need for another original key The process usually takes within less than a half hour The dealer can also reset the immobilizer Water damage If your key fob is submerged in water you need to act swiftly Electronics and water dont mix well and could damage the circuit board A key fob that is wet can 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 keyfob into a puddle or pool or washed it by mistake It is best to remove the battery first and let it dry completely You can also use paper towel or tissue to dry the casing You can also put it in a bag stuffed with silica gel bags to aid in the absorption of moisture When your key fob is completely dry its the time to start putting it back together Make sure that the battery is securely inserted and that the contacts on the circuit are clean If needed make use of a small amount of isopropyl to clean the contacts After all of this you should be successful in getting your vehicle to start with the key fob again However if it still cannot start your car it could be due to other problems that need to be dealt with This could be a broken key or a transponder which needs to be reset Faulty receiver module Its time to replace your receiver module if you have tried everything which includes replacing the batteries reprogramming or using a spare key fob The electronic component transmits signals to other modules in the car such as the immobilizer Without a working receiver module your security system on your car will not function and you wont be able to start your vehicle Theres a problem on the instrument panel when the receiver module inside the seat leon is damaged or when its not transmitting radio frequency signals properly Connecting an OBDII scanner to the vehicles diagnostic port and checking for any problems can often resolve the issue You can then try changing your keys programming using the programmer provided by your dealer to see if it fixes the problem Key fobs are subjected to a lot abuse and so theyre not completely safe The most frequent causes of failure are the battery terminal contacts as well as buttons These are easy to repair and replace with little effort If the batteries for your key fob in your car are not working test the voltage using a voltmeter If the battery reads less than 3 Volts is it time to replace it You can locate an alternative battery at any auto parts store or electronics center