Changing battery in honda fit key fob

Remote entry systems are a valued part of any vehicle, especially your Honda.  They allow you to lock and unlock your car with ease and can even set off a panic alarm in case of an emergency.

If the battery in your keyless entry remote is running low, you’ll notice a decrease in range and eventually a lack of response.  Replacing your Honda key battery is easy and takes less than five minutes.

Here’s how to replace your Honda remote entry fob battery in five easy steps.

A Quick and Easy Guide to Replacing Your Honda Key Battery

1. Determine Your Battery Type
Flip over your keyless entry remote and look for the battery type written on the back.  If the battery type is illegible, don’t worry.  Once you open the fob, the battery type will be written on the existing battery.

2. Open your Honda Key Fob
If your keyless entry remote has a screw, remove it using a jeweler’s screwdriver.  Separate the two halves of your remote using a small flathead screwdriver.  Exert gentle pressure to avoid damaging the key.

3. Remove the Dead Battery
Note the position of the positive and negative sides of the battery in the remote when you remove it.  This will ensure you install your new battery properly.  Be careful not to touch the battery terminals with your fingers.  The oils in your skin can corrode the terminals and result in a shorten the life of your remote.

4. Insert the New Battery
The new battery should go in the same position as the old.  If you’re unsure, look for the positive (+) and negative (-) marks inside your keyless entry fob.

5. Reconnect the Two Halves of Your Honda Keyless Entry Remote
Align the two halves of the fob and apply gentle pressure until you hear the remote snap together.

Test your remote to ensure it’s working properly.  If you’ve purchased multiple batteries, leave the remaining batteries in the packaging and tape them inside your glovebox.  Do not apply tape directly to the battery, the adhesive will effect its conductivity.

This automotive "how-to" guide was specifically written to assist owners of the 2nd generation (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 & 2014) Honda Fit (or "Jazz" outside the USA) in replacing the coin or "button" cell battery inside the combo car key and keyless entry system remote control.

Owners of other Honda or Acura vehicles such as the Accord, Crosstour, CR-V, CR-Z, Element, Civic, Insight, Odyssey, Pilot, Ridgeline, RL, TL. TSX, ZDX, MDX, and RDX may also find these instructions to be helpful.

The original battery in a Honda Fit key fob remote control is a Panasonic CR1616 3V coin cell type battery.

Replacements can be purchased at Amazon.com or retailers such as CVS, Walgreens, or Wal-Mart.

I usually purchase coin batteries on Amazon where a 5 pack can be bought for just a few bucks with free shipping.

The only tools needed to open the remote control and replace the battery is a small # 0 Phillips head screwdriver from a jewelers screwdriver kit.

A small flathead screwdriver can also be helpful for prying open the pieces.

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• How do you replace the battery in a Honda Fit key fob?

My key fob stopped working, but it doesn’t look like anything is broken. I’m assuming the battery died, but I don’t know how to change it! What’s the best way to replace the battery in a Honda Fit key fob?

Dead batteries are a common issue for key fobs, and plenty of owners have trouble replacing them. Luckily, you can follow these simple steps to replace the battery in your Honda Fit key fob:

• Start by looking on the back of your key fob to find the type of battery you need. Most key fobs will typically need CR2025 batteries.
• Open your key fob by removing the screw connecting each half with a small screwdriver.
• Gently pry apart the two halves with a small flathead screwdriver.
• Pop out the dead battery, noting the position you found it in.
• Insert your new battery in the same position you found your old one (the negative side should face up.
• Reattach the two halves of your key fob by first pressing them together, then replacing the screw.

Hopefully, these steps can help you successfully replace your key fob battery! If you’re still having trouble, you can usually bring your key fob to a dealer and have them change it for free. That said, you’ll likely need to buy the battery first.

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