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Key Fob Battery Replacement

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The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery.

NOTE:

  • Customers are advised to use a battery obtained from Mopar®. Aftermarket coin battery sizes may not match the original OEM coin battery.
  • Perchlorate material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardous-waste/perchlorate for additional information.
  • Do not touch the battery terminals located on the rear of the housing, or the printed circuit board.
  1. Remove the mechanical key (2) by sliding the mechanical key release latch (1) on the rear of the key fob, and pull the mechanical key out with your other hand.
    Dodge Charger. Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob
    1. Key release button
    2. Mechanical key
  2. Separate the key fob halves using a #2 flat-blade screwdriver or a coin, and carefully separate the two halves. Take care not to damage the seal during removal.
    Dodge Charger. Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob
    Dodge Charger. Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob
  3. Remove the rear cover to access the battery and replace it. When installing the battery, align the (+) mark on the battery with the (+) mark inside the battery clip located on the rear cover. Do not touch the new battery with your fingers. Oil from the skin may cause battery damage. If you touch the battery, clean it with alcohol.
  4. To assemble the key fob housing, join the two halves together.

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