How to Replace the Battery in Your Vehicle’s Key Fob

The invention of key fobs has revolutionized driver comfort and accessibility and is readily available for plenty of new vehicle models. Key fobs allow for smoother access to your vehicle, enhanced security against carjackings, and faster departure and arrival times all across Brooklyn Park.

However, if a key fob battery is weak or dead, you’ll lose your fob’s ability to control remote functions. Warning signs of a dying key fob battery are a lack of responsiveness when using the fob to access your trunk, or locking/unlocking your passenger or driver doors. Key fob battery replacement can change slightly from key to key due to some batteries being built separately from the key and others being designed into the device itself.

Nonetheless, replacing the battery is easy, painless, and quick, with spare batteries available at pharmacies, supermarkets, and auto part stores throughout the Forest Lake area. The Coon Rapids Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM Parts Department also has plenty of replacement batteries in stock. All you’ll need to change the battery in your key fob is a small flat-head screwdriver and a replacement battery to insert.

Key Fob Battery Replacement in 4 Easy Steps

Once you’ve noticed that your vehicle is failing to register your key fob’s proximity, the buttons are no longer working, or the range of your device’s connection is waning, you’ll want to set your key fob down somewhere safe and get a flat-tipped screwdriver to begin:

• Look For a Notch to Open the Fob: To start, look for a tiny notching on your key fob device. This notch isn’t always easy to spot, so it’s important to check for a small gap at the top of your device or the connection point where the emergency key slides out when you begin your search.

• Insert the Screwdriver and Pop It Open: Squeeze the screwdriver into the notch and wedge it back and forth to open the key fob. The device should safely crack in half, revealing a circular battery within.

• Look for Signature Markings on Battery: Every key fob battery has distinct markings on it that will reveal what model it belongs to. Examine the battery carefully and make sure to purchase a brand-new battery of the same type to ensure proper functionality.

• Replace Key Fob Battery: Feel free to use your screwdriver, but just simply using your finger to pop the battery out will work just fine. Insert the new battery into the slot. Once you hear a snapping sound, you’ll know it’s in place.

All you have to do is click both halves of the device back into place, and voila, you’ve now successfully replaced your key fob’s battery!

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Learning how to change the battery in your key fob is fairly simple, however when it comes to malfunctions like worn tire tread, overdue oil changes, or dangerous parts, it’s important to reach out for help. For the problems you’re not quite sure you can deal with on your own, you can rest assured that the dedicated technicians in our Service Department will resolve any issues you’re having quickly and efficiently! And for those pesky car problems you feel confident in taking on yourself, you can check out our Service and Parts Tips and Tricks Guide to make sure your repairs go smoothly. For anything else, contact us here at Coon Rapids Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM – we’re certain we can help you with anything you bring us!