How to Replace the Battery in a Kia Sportage Key?

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DeJocelyn
07/28/25 3:22pm
Steps to replace the battery in a Kia Sportage key: 1. Use a screwdriver to remove the remote cover and gently take off the key blade; 2. Insert the screwdriver into the hole and turn it clockwise to completely separate the two parts of the remote; 3. After opening, remove the battery and detach the circuit board; 4. Replace with a new battery. The Kia Sportage has dimensions of 4440mm in length, 1855mm in width, and 1635mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2640mm. The Kia Sportage features front-wheel drive, a front suspension type of MacPherson strut independent suspension, and a rear suspension type of multi-link independent suspension. The Kia Sportage is equipped with multiple high-tech configurations such as hill-start assist control (HAC) and downhill brake control (DBC), fully realizing vehicle intelligence.
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