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How to Change the Battery in a Jeep Key Fob

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If you find that the buttons on your Jeep key fob are no longer working, it may be time to change the battery in your Jeep key fob. Thankfully, this is a simple process you can do yourself at home in Aztec. Follow this guide to how to change the battery in Jeep key fobs, including how to change the battery in a Jeep Grand Cherokee Key fob, courtesy of the Advantage Dodge Ram Chrysler Jeep FIAT service team. Don’t hesitate to contact our service center if you have any further questions.

 


Steps for How to Change the Battery in a Jeep Key Fob

If you want to change the battery in your Jeep key fob, you can easily do it at home and get back to taking advantage of the full convenience of your Jeep on Bloomfield streets. To do it, just follow these simple steps:

  1. Press a small flathead screwdriver into the seam of your key fob. It will be easiest to do so where the keyring mount is located.
  2. Pry the key fob apart at the seam with the screwdriver.
  3. Remove the battery and exchange it for a new CR2032 battery. Be sure to insert it with the negative side facing downward.
  4. Replace the circuit board in the keypad. Then replace the keypad into the fob.
  5. Finally, snap both sides of the key fob back together. The easiest way to do this is to start close to the key.

How to Program a Jeep Key Fob

You don’t need to just know how to change the battery in a Jeep Grand Cherokee key fob or other Jeep key fob. You may also need to know how to program a Jeep key fob so that you can use it properly around Shiprock. Here’s how:

  1. Sit in the driver’s seat of your vehicle and close all of the doors and the trunk.
  2. Insert the key into the ignition. Keep it in the off position.
  3. Now, open the driver’s-side door. Keep it open.
  4. With the door open, move the switch on the door to the lock position.
  5. Now, turn the key to the on position.
  6. Press the lock button on your key fob, and hold it down for five seconds. When you let go of the button and take the key out of the ignition, the process will be done.

You Can Rely on The Advantage Dodge Ram Chrysler Jeep FIAT Service Team

Now, you know how to change the battery in a Jeep Grand Cherokee key fob or any other Jeep key fob, but if you’d rather a professional change the battery for you, schedule service with us. Check out our current parts specials and other available accessories – including our highly-recommended Jeep winter accessories – in the meantime!

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