Transmitter Battery Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mazda 5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Insert a small flathead screwdriver into the transmitter notch and remove the key from the transmitter by pressing the tab.

Fig 1: Inserting Small Flathead Screwdriver Into Transmitter
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Insert a small flathead screwdriver into the transmitter notch and the transmitter.

Fig 2: Inserting Small Flathead Screwdriver Into Transmitter
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Remove the battery.

Fig 3: Removing Battery
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Install the new battery (CR1620) with the positive pole facing down.
Align the upper and lower cover and close the transmitter.
Used battery

Lithium battery CR1620

Battery life

Approx. 2 years (when used 10 times/day)

Fig 4: Installing Battery
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Install the key to the transmitter.