Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The warning “Key not detected” is, in most cases, caused by the low key fob battery in your Kia Soul EV. Fortunately, there is a way to bypass the keyless entry system communication with the fob by pressing the engine start button with the fob. It’s not hard and anyone can do that, the car will immediately start.
This will work even if you don’t have any battery in the fob. This works thanks to the RFID chip inside the fob and you can always start the vehicle, even if there are no shops around to buy the new battery. I hope this video helps you understand better how the keyless system works in your Soul EV!
The warning “Key not detected” is, in most cases, caused by the low key fob battery in your Kia Soul EV. Fortunately, there is a way to bypass the keyless entry system communication with the fob by pressing the engine start button with the fob. It’s not hard and anyone can do that, the car will immediately start.
This will work even if you don’t have any battery in the fob. This works thanks to the RFID chip inside the fob and you can always start the vehicle, even if there are no shops around to buy the new battery. I hope this video helps you understand better how the keyless system works in your Soul EV!
