Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Safari and 2004 Chevrolet Astro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Insert a small coin between the 2 halves of the transmitter case at the slot provided near the key ring hole.
Twist the coin in order to open the case.
Open the transmitter case.

Fig 1: Opening Transmitter Case
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Remove the battery (2).

Fig 2: View of Transmitter Battery & Case
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