Key Fob Battery Replacement Videos (Remote Controls. Smart Keys)

How to Replace Batteries in Key Fobs.

We post videos here of us replacing batteries in key fobs or remotes.

Manufacturers are listed in alphabetical order. All GM, Stellantis (FCA (except Wagoneer)), Nissan, and Toyota Motors made vehicles are grouped together under their parent company names.

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Acura Fobs

Acura latest key fob

 

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A new style Acura fob here.

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Acura older key fob.

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Alfa Romeo Fob

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Audi Fobs

Audi, common key fob.

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Audi, newer key fob.

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Audi new generation (2019) key fob.

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Audi flip key, updated, key start and keyless start models.

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BMW Fobs

BMW, common key fob.

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BMW, updated version of the above video.

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BMW, newer key fob.

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And an update of the video above.

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BMW 2022 and newer fob.

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FCA Fobs

FCA, newer (rounded) Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge key fob battery, updated.

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FCA, early (tapered) Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge key fob battery replacement.

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FCA, for a Fiat.

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FCA, newest key fob style.

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FCA, for Maserati.

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FCA for a new Jeep flip key fob.

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Ford, Lincoln Fobs

Ford and Lincoln, one of three key fob styles, updated.

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Ford and Lincoln, a second key fob style.

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Ford/Lincoln, a third fob, introduced in 2016.

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General Motors Fobs

General Motors fob in use since 2021 across all makes.

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General Motors late model fob.

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GM, a newer Chevrolet key fob.

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An even newer Chevrolet fob, and better battery handling.

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GM, a Buick flip key.

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GM, Buick key fob, updated.

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GM, for a Cadillac.

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GM, 2021 and newer Cadillac.

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GM, for GMC models.

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This one is for a Chevrolet flip key, still in use with some keyless start cars.

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Holden Fob

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Honda Fobs

Honda, older key fob.

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And a new Honda key fob. Be VERY careful with these!

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Hyundai, Kia Fobs

Kia key fob, Pre-2014. Some Hyundai fobs may be similar.

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Newer Kia key fob.

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This video cover the side button 2019 and newer Kia fob

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This one is for a newer Hyundai key fob. A little different from the one above.

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Land Rover Jaguar Fobs

A fob from Land Rover. Newer Jaguars also use this style.

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Post 2018 (roughly) Land Rover, Jaguar DIY key fob battery replacement.

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Toyota, Lexus Fobs

Most common Lexus key fob. Toyota fobs may be similar.

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Next gen Lexus or Toyota key fob, updated.

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2019 and newer Lexus.

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This one covers Toyotas exclusively.

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Toyota Post 2018 key fob battery replacement.

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Mercedes-Benz Fobs

Older Mercedes-Benz key fob.

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New style Mercedes-Benz key fob.

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Mitsubishi Fob

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Nissan, Infiniti Fobs

Most common four button Nissan and Infiniti key fobs, updated.

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Nissan three button key fob, updated.

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The latest key fob style, so far used in an Infinity only.

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Porsche Fob

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Subaru Fob

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Tesla Fobs

Tesla fob, Model X only.

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This one covers the Model S.

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VW Fobs

Volkswagen flip key-style key fob.

Volkswagen embedded mechanical key style.

Newer flip key style.

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Volvo, Polestar Fobs

Volvo key fob, older models.

Volvo, Polestar, new generation key fob.

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Wagoneer Fob

Wagoneer key fob, new models (post 2021).

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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the  use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.

These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.

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