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How to Change a Dead Volvo C30 Key Fob The Volvo C30 is a good car that falls victim to some minor imperfections. The two front seats are extremely comfortable, but the rear seats are a bit tight and the cargo space is a bit limited. If your Volvo key won't turn, it could be due to a number of issues. Certain keys require programming which can only be completed by an auto locksmith. How to change the blade of the key If your Volvo key fob has a dead battery, you may still be able to unlock your car with the mechanical blade that is inside. Most new Volvo automobiles come with an in-built mechanical key that can open the door of the driver in an emergency when the remote car keys aren't working. You can use the mechanical key even to start your Volvo when the sensor is still active when you enter the vehicle. To open the blade, put your fob upside down with the “Volvo Cars Logo” on it. Locate the small black button at the bottom left of the fob. Slide it to the right. This will let you remove the cover, allowing you to access the hidden key blade. The battery of the key fob is easy to change. Slide volvo key fob cover off the key ring, then carefully lift the back of the cover, so that you can see the inside. You should notice that the battery is the standard CR 2032 style watch cell. Take the old battery out and replace it with a brand new one, being careful not to touch the batteries poles'+ and ' with your fingers. The batteries are available in the majority of pharmacies and grocery stores. How to change the battery The key fob contains an insignificant battery that is likely to need replacement at some point in the ownership of your vehicle. It also has an electronic key blade that allows you to unlock the driver door when the remote battery is dead or the keys are lost. You can easily replace the battery, but be cautious not to damage the metal contacts in the back cover. To remove the corner and remove the cover, you can use the small flathead screwdriver or a plastic automotive prybar tool. After removing the cover, you can change the battery by inserting a new silver button-cell (CR 2430 3-volt) with the “+” positive side facing downwards and the “” negative side facing toward you. The blade for the key is inserted into the fob after the battery has been replaced. By pressing the unlock button, you will disable the alarm and open the driver's door. If you press it twice, all doors will be unlocked, and the tailgate will be opened when your car has one. You can purchase replacement batteries at most pharmacies or at the grocery store. These batteries are marketed as watchbatterien and have a numbering system on them to help you identify them. How to Change the Ignition Cylinder Ignition cylinders are crucial for your Volvo to function correctly. They provide power to the various components of the car and allow it to start. Over time, they can wear and need to replaced. If you notice that your Volvo is having trouble starting or stalls during driving, then you might require replacing the ignition cylinder. If you're lucky it could be due to simply a error or something you did wrong. Perhaps you didn't take the key completely out or it got stuck in the lock cylinder. You can try to free the key by moving it around and gently shaking it. But, be careful not to using too much force as it could break something inside the steering wheel or ignition switch. Another possibility is that the ignition switch has failed. This switch is used dozens of times every day, so it's not a surprise that over time it can wear out. It's likely to fail on one of the settings which control the ignition or power supply, and then stall. The ignition switch might stop working if it is near to fail. It is essential to test it at the earliest opportunity. The technician will look at the entire system to determine the root of the issue. They'll check the ignition key, the cylinder, and other components of the security system. If you have a older car, they'll look at the wiring to determine if there are any problems with it. How to Change the Remote If your Volvo key fob battery has died or you'd like to swap it, there's an easy and quick method to do this. You can use a screwdriver that is flat to open the cover on the back of your key fob to replace the battery. You can open the cover of your battery by pressing the small grey button located in the upper right corner of your key fob. You can then take off the battery and replace it with a brand new one. This should take less than 30 minutes. You can control the remote window roll-down feature on a newer Volvo by using your Volvo keyfob. You can also shut the sunroof or windows by pressing the lock button (if fitted). When you hit the unlock button on the Volvo key fob for your SUV the alarm will go off and the driver's side door will become unlocked. The other doors as well as the tailgate will unlock when you press it two times in succession. It's time to replace the remote key battery when you see “REMOTE BATTERY LOW VACUUM” in your car instrument cluster, or if the locks don't respond when you are within the range. The replacement of the remote key battery is a quick and easy process that can be completed in just a few minutes, either at home or your local car dealer.