FIX Kia and Hyundai Flip Key HOW TO repair
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- Опубликовано: 30 сен 2024
- This video is made to help you. We'll show you how to repair your own key, but be warned. The transponder chip is normally glued well into the key. On this video is comes out unusually easily, so don't be fooled.
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**WARNING** If you break the chip, the car will not start, so only attempt this if you have a spare, or you are really brave. We use a soldering iron to melt the plastic, so please be careful if you do this. A hot soldering iron touching the bone after slipping with it, really hurts....
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Thank you!!! This video helped me replace my 2011 Kia Soul case. The key broke just like in the video and the dealer wanted $400 Candian for a new key! I initially glued the key back in with Gorilla glue until I realized I could purchase just the empty shell. I purchased one for $2.99 USD from China off ebay and was unsure if it would ever arrive, but once it did I searched and found this amazing video!!! The hardest part was opening the original KIA case. I think my key was actually a solid mold, so I had to heat the plastic and cut it open! The 2nd hardest part was removing the pin for the key. I actually had to take it to a Jeweller, who had to heat the metal to get the pin out. He put my old key in, and replaced the pin with a new one for $5. I was so thrilled when I put everything together and it worked!! I was afraid I might have damaged the circuit board when I was trying to cut the case open, but everything works like a charm! THANK YOU for making this video and putting it out there.
Really pleased it all worked out ok Marsha, thank you for the feedback :)
Thank you, we couldn’t have done this without your video. :)
You're welcome, really pleased it helped :)
No soldering iron required for mine. The retaining clip took some getting out, but the transponder chip just fell out when I tipped it over. Happy days no melted plastic smell for me.
Nice, always a bit of a lottery with this key!
Spot on this although since it was just a case of my blade coming out of its case as in the example showed at the beginning of the vid i just put a new casing in for the old blade and didnt mess with the chip. Also instead of filing the groove i found a bit of paper clip pushed through did tge trick
Well done on getting it working Sid :)
Took my wife's key apart on her 2011 Kia Soul, I found no chip. Kept the fob motherboard in the house, took only the key for the ignition and it started. So keep in mind you may not have a chip.
Hi Joseph, yes I didn't know this hen I made it but I'm guessing you live in the States? Not sure why a few of your models don't have chips, but every now and then we get a comment like yours. Thanks for letting me know :)
Thank you. Same car here and I'm not good at repairing things.
What tool did u use to get the pin out of the sliver key part
@@TheCarKeyManah, that's where the recall and the whole trend happened
And if you are in Australia, there IS a Chip, only the cover cap is white...which confused me and eventually I had to look for the chip in the bin right before the rubbish collect car😂
I love u very much sir it can help us in half night thank u so much
Thanks for watching Navin, I'm pleased it helped you :)
Gracias Maestro
You're welcome :)
Hi guys, whats the best thing to do if I only have 1 key? Car only came with one key and now its broken like in this video. Dont want to risk soldering the transponder out and breaking it. For now ive managed to sellotape the blade in so the car is still useable
I think you should find a local Car Key Man..are you in the UK?
The Car Key Man yes im in the east midlands, how much would I be looking at paying?
We charge £50 to recase, cut the blade, transfer the chip and replace the battery. Give us a call for a chat if that helps. 01522 514141
The Car Key Man thanks for the info, If I managed to get this sorted myself but wanted another clone of they key could you be able to do that? I know it would be a bit more involved as you need to program it to the car etc, what would that cost?
it would depend on the make, model and year. If you calls us well give you some advice
Does this work on 2002 Volkswagen Passat key fobs ?
Hi, is yours broken?
interesting ... however you do not show how to remove teh pin from the new fob.
Hi Gregory, you need a small punch. We do show it on some of other videos, sorry for the omission
How did you get the pin out of the metal blade that holds the key? I’m looking to transfer the key rather than have the new one cut
Hi Molly, you need a in punch, less than 1.4mm
Very helpful video. Only bit missing was how to remove the pin that holds the key on the hinge (which is the bit I need to know), but I'll find a way
Hi, you need a pin punch, or something with a diameter less than 1.4mm
Can’t thank you enough for this video-had some trouble getting the pin out, but otherwise, such an easy fix. And you saved me $300! Thanks again!
You're welcome. These keys have been designed and manufactured so poorly, it's not right that you should have to get a new key. We always try and re-use the electronics when we can. Glad it helped
How did you get the pin out ?
I thank you sir, I ordered a new fob body, completely destroyed the old fob getting the board out. put everything in the new body. doors would lock and unlock, but car would not start! I ended up buying a new fob from the dealer and having him program it! $ 400 later...I watch your video a few years later, there it was, didn't realize that little chip was inside, thought it was on the circuit board. I changer the body on the 2nd fob, as buttons were worn out, and it all works! Thankyou!! God bless!
That's great stuff. It's a very common mistake that happens, so well done on getting teh second key fixed ok
thanks so much for this video, I was able to replace my Remote thingiiiii with no trouble at all....thanks again...I would just like to add that I am an 78year old woman....us oldies can do stuff too...
Well done Marie, really pleased you managed to get it fixed :)
I have no way to get the pin out, so I guess I'm screwed.
You need a1.4mm pin punch
@@TheCarKeyMan I don't have one of those. I just used a nail and a hammer. Worked fine.
This happened to me 3 weeks ago with my Citreon Flip, today it happened to the wifes Hyundai! flip! The Citeon was just the pin missing//// Checked the wifes spare key and it has the same split... Not happy with this! Such a bad design. Thanks for this, I will order 2 tonight.
Yes very poor design on many flip keys unfortunately, they just can't take the strain!
Seems like a lot of faff. Why not just take the spring mechanism out of the new fob and transfer it to the old fob? Saves the risk of messing up the chip and your soldering iron stays clean........?
Hi Bjorn. When you open up the old key, it cracks the case. Next, often, the parts from the replacement case are made differently to the original key, so aren't always compatible
I have a question if the buttons on the circuit board breaks, can i just swap another circuit board from remote ff the same model? Will i be able to program the button to work on the door locks or the new circuit board has to be paired to my car first by the car dealer?
Hi Angelo, the new key needs to be coded in with a computer
I struggled the whole morning trying to figure out what in the world was exactly the problem with my new key! you’re a legend thanks so much
You're welcome Ivan, glad it helped you :)
Helpful but where do you mention that part that if your key has an immobiliser chip in it - it's near impossible to transfer that into the new case!!
Hi Ben, sometimes the chip just falls out, like in the video, othertimes it is glued in. There's no way to tell until you open the key unfortunately.
I use a soldering iron to carefully melt the plastic around the key, just watch you don't overheat the chip
Great instruction! How do you get the pin out to put a new blade in? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
Hi Joplin, you need a small punch or pin, anything less than 1.4mm will be fine
Would you happen to know what size the flip key pin is for 2011 Kia Cee’d please?
Hi, well the punch is 1.4mm as far as I know, so a little bigger will give a snug fit
Hi need to replace the keypad on 2 keys is it just a case of split the key and pull out the rubber pads and push the new ones in or is there a glue on them?
Hi Jamie
We've tried just replacing the rubber pad and not had much success, as they come looses fairly quickly.
The cases are glued together so once you crack them open you can't re-use them
Why is nothing ever easy these days. Bring back the old keys!
Agreed SnowWalker, a bit too complicated and poorly made ;(
i tried figuring it out on my own, what got me was the "TWISTing the spring" part for my 2013 kia. thank you a million!
Yes a bit tricky the first time, but really pleased it helped you :)
@@TheCarKeyManHow do you get the pin out?
Do you know how can i reprogram the key of a Kia Soul 2013?
Hello, this needs to be done with a computer
Where can I get the key-retainer? (chrome holder of the actual key)
Hi Brian, it comes as part of the case
thx for the info. learned alot with this movie....... about the pin ..if you search enough on the internet you will find the pin remover (punch).. Most keycar clones sellers have tools on there website too.. and if you dont wanna do it by yourself ..you can still go to a keymaker/shoemaker.. Dont go to your garage because they will bill you... here in holland its about 300 euros and it takes about 4 or 5 days..pfff
Hi, thanks for the information here. Yes we need to put a link up for the pins. Glad it helped you :)
Just a update of my car key.. I changed the sword and it worked...just made a little mistake..i turned the holder the wrong way ":/. It close now when i push button and have to use 1 finger to open it. But that for me personal better because i broke 2 key in my pocket because they pushed open and there came pressure on the sword and it broke..... twice.. only when you bring your car to the garage you have to tell them how the carkey works otherwise they will say that the carkey is broken......... primary thing it works.....
BEWARE, did this and all worked but using a soldering iron must have damaged the chip as it didn't come out easily. Probably better to cut it out.
When i tried it in the car it wouldn't start, obviously the car couldn't read the chip.
Hi, thanks for this warning. It's a tricky one. We always use a soldering iron, because the chips can crack it you try and cut them out. However, you do need to take it slowly if you use heat. It sounds like you got the chip too hot. An Auto Locksmith can replace the chip only, whereas the dealer will need to replace the whole key
Ok, thanks for the advice
Come hai fatto a togliere la.
spilla (chiodino) di congiungimento della chiave? Grazie
Hello, the pin comes with the new case normally
My key isn't broken but the rubber covering with the emblems has fallen off exposing the buttons underneath. I am questioning is there away of replacing them or do you have to reassemble everything as you did?
Hi, yes you can just buy the rubber pads. They don't always stay in place and can be a bit fiddly to fit, but they will be cheaper
@@TheCarKeyMan Thanks!!! I wasn't aware the pads could be purchased separately 🤗
Just a update of my car key.. I changed the sword and it worked...just made a little mistake..i turned the holder the wrong way ":/. It close now when i push button and have to use 1 finger to open it. But that for me personal better because i broke 2 keys in my pocket because they pushed open and there came pressure on the sword and it broke..... twice.. only when you bring your car to the garage you have to tell them how the carkey works otherwise they will say that the carkey is broken......... primary thing it works.....
Ah you wound the spring the wrong way? Well as long as it works for you that's what matters. Did the chip come out ok?
just cutting the side and falls out.. just take your time...
you know that my carkeys broke now 3 times 2 in my pocket and 1 fell on the ground... just got one spare. the first one was within 3 years.. that one was still warranty ... so again thanks for showing on you tube..
Do you need to replace the cover even if the key os slow to open?
Hi, what are you trying to do? What's the problem with your old key?
I washed my key and the electronic board is broken. Can i just transfer the transponder and add new electronic board? If no, how can I add a complete new key?
Hi, the circuit board needs to be coded using a computer unfortunately
@@TheCarKeyMan Thank you for info!
Do you have any tip how to remove the pin from the hinge? I did all steps but i struggle with that pin. Do you have any idea what home tools can i use to remove that pin? Thank you.
Yes you need a pin removal tool, the diameter is 1.4 mm
@@TheCarKeyMan Hey. Thanks for the reply. However, fearing that after changing the blade it will have slight play. I decided to make a new blade. Now it looks like brand new key.
Is it possible to program that key to opel corsa C?
Hi, this particular key no, as it's for a Kia/Hyundai. What are you trying to get? A flip key for a Corsa C?
How did you get the pin out that skip in the video
Hi, you need a pin punch, less than 1.4mm and that will push the pin out
You put the screw under the logo plate back at the end, but you didn’t say why and when you need to remove it in the first place. Otherwise great video.
Hi Fred. In the original key, there isn't a screw, the cases are glued shut. However with the replacement case, you need a screw to keep them together.
@@TheCarKeyMan Thanks for that. I’m waiting for the replacement key cases to arrive before getting stuck in.
it looks so simple.... until it turns out that the key case is glued and you have to break it into small pieces. and at the same time not destroy the electronics.. it took me 3 hours and used the whole spectrum of tools, my hands hurts...
Hi Lukasz, dod you get it done ok? Some pop open ralley easily, others take a lot more effort. Well done on keeping going ;)
@@TheCarKeyMan I think that the original keys (when buying a new car from the manufacturer, KIA in my case) are glued to make it difficult to repair yourself, and if someone repairing a non-original one, he will not have a problem with it, but in my case, it was impossible to separate the casing with pliers. I had to cut it. Anyway, thanks for the video, putting together a new key was easier thanks to you!
Your instructions were spot on. The tip about filing the existing key was a lifesaver. I got it all back together like a champ. Thanks for a great video
Thanks Al, really pleased it helped :)
Do we need to transfer the electronics if we don't want a smart key? I just want the shell to hold the blade and work like a house door key. Please let me know.
Do you want the key to start the car?
@@TheCarKeyMan Sorry I wasn't aware of the transponder. I don't worry about the remote openings of doors so I think I can skip the green chipset. Thanks
Everything in this video is super helpful. However, I do wish that you had gone into more detail on how to get the pin out of the aftermarket key blade. I couldn't figure it out so I just added a different spare key on the same key chain. Having the buttons fixed was the most important part for me so while it would've been great to insert the laser cut key back into the fob I ended up having to use a separate key. Which isn't that big of a deal to me.
Hi, sorry I didn't show this. The blade is held into the blade holder with a pin. The pin needs to be knoked out with a punch, smaller than 1.4mm.
Started trying to get mine apart yesterday and still no luck. I managed the get the battery cover off but trying to get to the circuit board and chip is proving extremely difficult as I can’t get the two halves apart. Any advice chaps?
Hi Sean, are you using Circlip pliers?
@@TheCarKeyMan I tried with needle nose pliers, screwdriver etc and ended up separating the halves in the end but it took a lot of effort. I managed to get the circuit board and transponder out but in the process lost one of the tiny rubber parts that fits under a small cover which operates one of the push buttons on the circuit board. I had to swop one complete one over so at least I can open and lock the car now but can’t just open the boot, but that’s okay. This one is now the spare and I’m using my second key as the main one I use. My left hand is showing a few wounds but no pain no gain as they say - haha
@@TheCarKeyMan I managed to find a set of those micro switches on eBay so that’s positive. Just ordered some - they come in a set of 3 👍🏻
The buttons on my remote for the car were chipped off because I made the mistake of using my thumbnail to push the buttons. I went to the dealer figuring all they had to do was replace the case. but they said they would have to order in a new remote and then program it to match the car. They gave me a quote of several hundred dollars!!! Insane! I took a look on RUclips and found this video and then found a dealer on eBay selling the case. I followed the instructions in the video except for one small change. I didn't have a soldering iron hot enough to melt the plastic to remove the transponder so I used a rotary sanding disk and gently sanded the plastic on the back of the old case until I could see the back of the transponder and then just pushed it out.
Your video and step by step instructions were excellent and easy to follow. I would not have been able to do it without this video. Thank you!! The only difference was my case and the new one didn't have a screw as described at the end of the video, the case just snapped together.
Hi John, thanks for this really excellent summary of how you swapped your case, I'm sure it will help other viewers. Glad you saved that money ;)
Hey there if let's say someone does not have a soldering iron, what could be possible because everything in the video perfect but just that is not really feasible for me and the transponder in completely stuck 😭
Figures it out thank you! Hot knife and get working!
Well done!
@@TheCarKeyMan Thanks so much for your help and inspo!
Thanks for this...the only one out of three videos I saw that firstly showed the best way to open and secondly bothered to mention the transponder chip.....which saved me a very expensive mistake!
Yes a few people throw the old case away with the chip inside. Really appreciate the feedback and thanks for watching :)
Mine yes has no chip. But is working perfectly how possible
Hello Michael, are you in the USA?
@@TheCarKeyMan no please. Am in Ghana 🇬🇭
I have a 2012 Kia Rio 5 and my fob did NOT have a chip. Perhaps it's in the circuit board but FYI, if you're struggling to find your chip, it may not be there. Very helpful video BTW. Thanks!
Hi, thanks for the comments. Please can you tell me which country you're in?
USA
Seems like there's a few late Kia's in your country that don't have chips! Thanks for the reply
the transponder chip i have found to be hidden , even in the blade sometimes. they can be very small. nothing like the green chip board for the remote controls. this is from my findings
The Car Key Man is the chip for remote start? if so, mine definitely will not have that.
Brilliant video so accurately described thanks just saved me €250
Thanks Paul :)
This video, and the other one on the later type of key are both excellent.
I have found with my wife's i30, earlier type, that after a lot of use, the rubber button pad gets very worn, so badly that there were holes in it. So I bought a spare shell for about $10, thinking I would replace the shell entirely. However, I found that the rubber pad was not glued in to the spare, and could be very easily got out with a toothpick. Then I removed the residue of the broken one, again with a toothpick. I cleaned off the slight amount of glue residue on surfaces inside the shell that the pad sticks to with isopropyl alcohol. Then I fitted the new rubber pad, using a tiny, tiny amount of Loctite gasket sealer as the adhesive. It's as good as new now. If this is the only problem with the old key, it's a much better solution to do this rather than replace the whole shell.
I wouldn't have had the confidence to do this though if I hadn't studied these videos first.
OK, thanks for giving our readers another option :)
Great info thank you. I found that my 2011 Kia Soul had NO transponder. I was going cra tearing the old case up till I googled it and found that some cars actually did not have one. I tried the remote without it and it worked! Fyi..
Thanks JT, a few peole have struggled to find the transonder, are you in USA?
Yes, If I had a transponder I would have been able to get it out with your video though. Thanks!
Ah I can continue on with my repair then! I was panicking looking everywhere for it!!
My 2011 doesn't have one either! I had a key made without the remote and no chip, and the car starts right up.
I just had the same experience with my 2013 Soul. I got freaked out for a moment but was relieved when the key worked fine.
For the most part this video is very useful however just a tip for most of the people trying to change instead of burning a whole through the original key to get the transponder off either use a heat gun to melt the glue and a flat screw driver if it's really stubborn or if you like me and just the plastics on the front for the lock and unlock is torn and broken just replace the front of the key and keep the original back intact saves it alot of time..
Thanks for the input, appreciate your feedback :)
Many thanks. I would not repaired it without your video.
Well that makes it worthwhile, great to hear that and thanks for taking the time to leave some feedback :)
Really helpful, if I had not viewed the video I wouldn't have known about the hidden chip which fortunately wasn't glued to the old case. Brilliant work guys.
That's great Len, pleased it helped :)
Super unhelpful. The only parts I needed to see were the parts you didn't record. (How to take the new key out without breaking the new fob, and how to remove and insert pin into old key) And what was the tool you used to file the groove in the key? WTF.
thanks for the tip pf using soldering iron to remove the chip as I was lost and with no idea how I am going to remove it for the Kia picanto key.
thumbs up😉
I noticed you glued the chip back in, you don't do this, as the reason why it was glued in in the first place is they didn't want it removed. It has a wedge to keep it from moving about which you put on top of it. lol
Hi Danny, we get second generation keys in that have already beed repaired and the wedge is missing. So as a rule we put a small bit of glue on each one. We've also seen customers stranded because the chip is flaoting around inside the body of the key.
How can I get a transponder? Do I have to go to Hyundai or is there another cheaper option?
Didn't know that you had to take the Hyundai badge of the key first and then un screw that little screw before opening it because I ripped opened my key fob.
HI Raj, There's not normally a screw, maybe it's been before? You normally have a screw on the repair cases.
They will probably have them on eBay. Have you had a look?
The Car Key Man
This key is a genuine Hyundai ix35 2011 key. To be honest we bought the car second hand and who knows what happened before.
I have fixed it with superglue but I have a spare key that needs a transponder, can you tell me how I can get a transponder without paying Hyundai price.
Are you in the UK?
The Car Key Man
Yes, Wigan
I need a few more details. Can you email us?
I tried this and the doors lock/unlock and the car turns over but won't start. Any ideas what may have gone wrong? Car starts fine with my spare but I can't start the car with this one. hmm.
Hi James. The part of the key that makes the car start is the immobiliser chip, the small black part that you have to swap over. Did you do this?
Thanks a lot car key man! I didn't have all the tools you've had at your disposal, but I was nevertheless able to change my two keys having watched your video at least 3 times. Very clear step by step explanation and very clear video. Saved me something like 250€ each (in France) + reprogramming (labor expenses). Net estimated gain: 550€ for the two keys.
Well done :)
Thanks for your help, it was a bit fiddly but I got there in the end and now have a brand new key at very low cost.
You're welcome John, glad you managed to do it :)
Thank you so much! This was super helpful. I got lucky, once i finally got the case opened the chip and the transponder flew on the table. That felt like a miracle after i saw how difficult it is to get the transponder from the old case. Awesome!
Thanks for the feedback, good to hear the chip just dropped out!
Many thanks for your video. I tried it. Tiny screw was awkward and removing chip was definitely not easy.. But with your video it worked out for me.. cheers.
That's great Chris, well done :)
Very useful. In the oficial car shop (KIA) a new key cost 234€. I have bought one case of key in Alliexpress for 3€. With your video I have changed the chip and the rest of the mechanism to the new case and the result is fantastic. Thank you very much from Spain.
Hi Manuel, that is great news. The new dealer keys are very expensive and poor quality unfortunately. Well done :)
Hello I have changed the case but now my key won't unlock the car from the buttons on the key, I have to manually turn my key into the car to unlock the doors, why is this happening? as with the old case I had this problem but I thought by getting a new case/ battery it would fix this issue...
Hi Chloe. Has your key ever worked from the buttons?
@@TheCarKeyMan Yes when I first purchased the car in 2020 but over time the key kept needing a new battery but now that won't even work... bit lost as to what I need to do for it to be fixed
@@taylortwinnings Did you ever find the solution to this?
@@MrJimmyPenguin a new battery but it dies out too quickly, we did google that and someone said to try cleaning the insides/ the circuit board with contact lens solution.........we have yet to try this as the new battery is still working for now
@@taylortwinnings dang.
Clear & perfect guide. Thanks a million for this video. Luckily i could use my old blade with added super glue on pin as couldn't budge the new pin.
Thanks for the kind words Jonathan :)
Your instructions were brilliant however I am having issues taking the pin out to change my key over . Any tips ?
Hi, are you using the pin punch?
Thanks a lot for this tutorial! Just successfully fixed my key, the deepening of the groove was mildly annoying with my dremel but it ended well. My carkey has been falling apart for years, rubber top completely crumbled out and such, but some days ago I opened my key and the keyblade shot out from the holder akin to what Call of Duty games sell people as "ballistic knives" haha
Good job with the Dremel ;) Glad it helped and thanks for the feedback
Hi, I don't know where to get others. Does it have to be programmed if these from Aliexpress would fit
Hello, what are you trying to do?
I'm stuck at 4:21 how do I put the old key into the new one? (My old 'key flip' system one is broken so I can't just use that).
I don't know how to get that pin out so I can get rid of the flat key and put in my car key.
Hope that makes sense...
Hi Robert, yes this makes sense.
You are better off getting the new key blade cut for three reasons.
1. You need a small thin pin punch to remove the pin, and you may not have one
2. Your old key may not fit into the new case without some modification. Take a look at our blog post about this thecarkeyman.co.uk/fix-broken-hyundai-key-loose-blade/
3. When you swap the blade over, it's easy to weaken the new blade holder.
Hope this helps
Hello thanks for this, very helpful! I'm just wondering how you get the pin out of the new key, to replace with the old already cut one?
Thanks!
Hi Angela, a pin punch is what you need, I believe it's 1.4mm
Thanks for this. The blade came out of my key as you demonstrated in the video but the rest of the fob was all good. There was no need to transfer the transponder and circuit board to the new fob, I simply put the old blade back into the old fob just using the new button and blade holder
Nice one, they don't normally transfer over..glad it all worked out
@@TheCarKeyMan This is the comment that I was looking for. My fob is fine, it's just the cracked connector to the blade. So as I only have one key to begin with, I'm a lot more confident about just replacing the blade and not transfering everything over to a new casing. Thanks for the comment and the video, both of you!
Nice video. Didn't see this before I replaced mine. I ended up using my Dremel to take apart the plastic part. It worked but I really should have just been a little more forceful when pushing to get the top and bottom apart. Was afraid I would break the electronics. But, after all, it worked.
Hi, good skills on the dremel, well done ;)
Hi first of all I’d like to thank you for this amazing video. I’d like to know how can I remove the old pin that holds the blade in place please? I tried to use all sort of small other pins but can’t find a way to remove it?
Hi Brian, sorry I've not replied sooner. Did you get this sorted out ok?
Thank you sooo much, you just saved me $330.00 Plus Taxes. I had never done anything like this before, you just made it look so easy so I ordered the case & now it's working Great, Thanks Again I am so happy I have my remote working again :) . Have a Good Day!
Hello Gatita, so pleased it helped and you have a working key! Well done :)
You skipped tge part of removing the small little pin... Why? Why? Why?
Hi, sorry i forgot to add that.
Great video, just fixed my key. I used my old key case, just took the key shoulder off the new case. Thought that was much easier than attempting to fiddle with the chips and board
Hi Tommy, glad it helped. Sometimes the parts don't transfer, but I'm glad it worked :)
I have just replaced the whole key covering. I used a soldering to get the chip out. Was affraid but it popped out with no brain. Thx for video.
Hi, yes can be a bit fiddly, but the hot iron usually does it ok. Thanks for the feedback :)
Amazing tutorial, made it so easy to take apart the old key and rebuild the new one! and save a LOT of money
Hi Patrik, thanks for your kind words, really appreciate your feedback :)
Trying to pry it open... it makes cracking noises but nothing happens. Makes me wonder wether there is a hidden screw or something. For now I'll leave it since I feel like I already deformed the plastic inside... hyundai ix35 key.
Hi, ok so there are a coupe of possibilities. the first is that your key already has been repaired and there is a screw holding it all together, does it look like an original key?
Or if it is an original, then it's only glued together. It's just a case of putting the pliers as far as they go in and gently increasing the pressure til it opens.
I have a 2013 Kia Rio5 in Canada. Does it have a chip in the fob? I don't want to be digging around, and risk damaging anything unnecessarily if I don't need to. Also, is the side that may have the chip, the same side that has the lock and unlock buttons? If not, could I keep the old side with the chip, and just add the new side that has the fob lock/unlock buttons? Thank you. *Note: I just noted that an awful lot of people lost a part when taking their old fob apart. I would suggest you take it apart inside a large translucent baggie where you can see what you're doing. That way if things go flying, you won't have to go on the hunt for them.
Hi Doris, I like the idea of taking it apart inside a plastic bag. To be honest, the pieces that tend to fly away are the old spring and pin which you won't need again.
About your Kia Rio, if it was a UK car, yes it would have a chip
Damn I wish I had watched this video before I decided to try and use some JB Weld epoxy glue on my broken flip keys. 🤦🏼♀️
JB is good stuff, but just make sure you don't lose the key blade if it comes loose ;)
Hi could you tell me the fixing screw size for holding the back on? Mine never came with a screw and the back comes loose sometimes
would much appreciate it
Hi, quite small, max is about 8mm in length and thin. Cant give an exact size sorry
Awesome video, saved me a ton of money, Kia Canada wanted $500 for a new fob which is extortionate, I destroyed the old fob getting it apart, it simply didn't want to let go! But the immobilizer chip popped right out, had to fight a lot and swear a lot to get the spring tension on the button, but I got there in the end!
Well done Mark, the price of Kia and Hyundai keys is crazy, so really pleased this helped :)
Hi,
Nice video.
How do you remove the blade and fix it on the new attach ? Do you just push the "rivet" with a screwdriver ? How do you fix firmly this rivet ?
Thank you
Hi, we use a small pin punch
@@TheCarKeyMan thank you
So I have a 2014 Kia Soul flip key and when I pushed a button the Kidron doesn't come I'll have to pull the key out what do you think would be my best option to fix that Because I can buy the key off Amazon stuff like that everything works on my key just what key doesn't flip out what you think I should do
Hi Alexander. Are you in the UK, or US?
Why are so many car keys rubbish? Its the only problem i've had with my 20 yr old Toyota Rav 4. I think that all I did to break them was lean against something with the keys in the pouch, in my pocket. In previous 40 yrs driving, never broke a key.
The old Toyota keys do have a weak point near the screw which is a shame. Compared to the new stuff they are pretty hardy!
Regarding that chip that's glued inside, can I just use alcohol or something on it to melt the glue? Or warm it up in the oven to loosen the glue? btw my key was glued shut, I had to spend a ton of time cutting and separating the parts with a tiny flat screwdriver before I could force it open like you did. would have used heat but I was worried for the electronics and I'm not sure if it's really glue or if the just melted the plastic parts together (so it will take a ton of heat to melt it open)
Ni Hir, sorry to hear you have so much trouble. Some pop open, a few just don't want to move at all. Maybe so glue disolver will work?
Hi does this work for a kia venga 2012 please? I see on your website it says not for Vengas so i'm a bit confused what I should do? Thanks
Hi Em, unfortunately the cases are slightly different and the blades do transfer easily into the new cases
Quick question: The sensor part: is that only relevant if you have keyless ignition? I have the same exact key, but it's ignition obviously and I read somewhere that the sensor is only needed for keyless ignition. I wanted to ask before I started prying things open. Thanks!
Hi, the chip is used in both keyless and non keyless systems.
Really appreciate the video! I've been working on moving my key over to a new fob and have been stuck. I can't figure out how to get the pin out of the new fob. Looks like you skipped over that part and it's the one step I really need atm. Would really appreciate a tip on how to get that little thing out of there
hello, I use a small pin punch. It needs to be less than 1.4mm
This video is usefull for me, thanks ! i cannot locate chip. I watched the video and was able to locate it.
That’s great news, really pleased it helped :)
Brilliant video, however the only thing I have no idea how to do, is the removing and putting back the pin. How do you do this without damaging the flipping metal part of the key?
Hi, so remove the pin you need a small punch, with a diameter less than 1.4mm. To re-fit you need to carefully hold the pin and either knock it in, or squeeeze with pliers
@@TheCarKeyMan Thank you!
You are amazing! Thank you so much for this video. A careless mechanic's apprentice broke my key open and the flip wasn't flipping anymore. Ruined my day yesterday until I came online to get help and found your amazing video guide. I love you man. Can't thank you enough for this wonderful help. Joy just came back into my heart. So thankful and wish you all the best for your kindness.
Hi Chuck, oh no, it sounds like you had a bad day! Glad this helped you :)
How do you get the pin out please to change blade
Hi Mudfisher1. Ok so here's the rub.
The reason the hinge part ( the bit that holds in the blade ) cracks is because there is stress put on when you knock the pin in and out.
This is the reason we recommend the blade is cut, instead of changing the blade.
The second reason is that often, the orignial blade from Kia or Hyundai will have a different fitting to the repair case blade. This means you won't be able to put the original blade into the repair case.
However, if you want to get it out, you need a small punch, or pin and then hammer the pin out. We have a special thin tool to do this but we didn't show it because you can't buy it.
Just be careful you don't damage the hinge part of the replacement case.
Just trying to find circuit pliers. Very difficult. Tried needle nose pliers. My fob is a 2015 Sonata, it's a bit different than the one you opened. Can't pry it open.
Hi Carol. External circlip pliers are what you need. If you're in the UK, here is an Amazon affiliate link amzn.to/2ZvvSzl
What happens if the immobilizer kicks in? Do I have to get it re-programed? I forgot the transponder the first time, second time put it in, but I think it's tripped the immobilizer with this key
Hi Andrew. Putting a key in without the chip won't cause the car immobiliser to go wrong. If you have the chip in the key, then the car should start. Was the chip glued in place?
Who says modern technology is an improvement? lol -- not with keys. The old keys worked just fine and you could get a copy for less than a dollar. Now, you need an MIT degree just to open your car door.
Agree, some of them are completely over-engineered. It's no wonder they break and cause problems. Thanks for watching :)
I sure wish my keys came apart as easily as yours did in this video! :) Fortunately, my keys didn't have the transponder chip, so I didn't have to deal with that part, but Kia glued these things to within an inch of their life. I ended up using a Dremel tool (that's a brand name here in the states for a hand-held rotary tool; they may call them something else over there in the UK) to very carefully saw the shell apart along the seams a millimeter at a time.
Once I got it apart, though, putting it back together was no trouble, thanks to this video, aside from the usual problems of trying to hold spring-loaded parts together in the right position while you snap the shell back together. :)
You must have had a steady hand! well done. Yes occasionally we come across a tough one, not sure why, maybe they had some glue to use up!