How to Change Your Mazda Key Fob Battery
If your Mazda key fob dies while you’re out and about, it’s understanding that it might leave you feeling a bit stuck. Your key fob has a physical key to get you in and out of your vehicle, but you’ll probably want to change your key fob’s battery. For assistance with changing your Mazda3 key fob battery, visit Mazda of Orland Park now!
Things You’ll Need to Replace the Battery
Before you begin the process of changing the battery in your Mazda key fob, there are a few things you’ll need to make sure you have around first. Of course, the first thing you’ll need is a replacement battery. Not sure what Mazda key fob battery type is right? You’ll need a CR2025 battery, which you can get online or at a local hardware or electronics store. To open your Mazda key fob, you’ll also need a small flat head screwdriver with the head wrapped in tape to prevent scratches. Once you have everything, you’re ready to replace the battery.
How to Open Your Mazda Key Fob
Making your life easier, the process of opening your Mazda key fob is identical across the Mazda model lineup. Follow these steps to open up your key fob:
- First press the auxiliary key button on the back of your key fob in order to remove the metal auxiliary key
- After the metal key has been removed, locate the slot on either side of the key fob case
- Then using the tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver to pry open the case, first on one side, and then on the other. Be sure to work gently.
How to Replace Your Key Fob’s Battery
After gently opening up the key fob, you’re now ready to replace the battery. Carefully follow these steps:
- Remove the battery cap, making sure to set it somewhere you won’t lose it
- The battery should not be fully exposed, so carefully remove it and avoid damaging the small rubber ring that it sits on — if you accidentally scratch or damage the rubber ring, you’ll need to replace this component before continuing
- With the ring properly in place, insert the new replacement battery into the key fob’s slot with the positive (+) side up
- Finish by returning the battery cover to its proper place and reattaching both sides of the key fob place by pressing them until you hear them click into place
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