Key Fob Battery

[Scribe]

I think I might need a new Battery in my remote key fob, and I've never had to replace one before. Is it a simple matter of popping it open, replacing the Battery and popping it closed again - in other words, no reprogramming necessary? And anyone know what sort of Battery it takes?

[ChrisM]

Well not quite popping it open, you have to remove a small screw under the fob near where the key part enters the fob. Don't loose it !!.

Then you can to pry apart the fob , might be easier if you take it off a key ring if it is on one.

Then the three button electronics module comes out. You then have to take the Battery cover off - again watch out for those two small screws.

The Battery you require is CR1616 3v - it is shown on the rear of the electronics module and the correct way round to install it.

Once done you should be able to check it works ok before putting back in key fob housing

You'll need a small Phillips headed screwdriver.

You shouldn't require to reprogram the key if you are quick enough, but try not handle the Battery too much as it will drain it. Use plastic tweezers of rubber gloves.

Sometimes best to dismantle objects with small screws etc inside a large plastic bag so if you drop anything or it falls apart , you'll keep all the bits in the bag.

I've done mine a couple of times.

[Scribe]

Thanks for all that, Chris.