How to Change Battery in Acura Key Fob

After bringing home a new Acura model, you’ll want to learn about all of the new features you can use on your Santa Clara drives. One of the most-used and favorite features is the new Acura remote start function. No matter if you have the Acura MDX remote start or the Acura TLX remote start system, learning how to use it as well as how to replace the battery in your Acura key fob is simple. Learn how to replace the battery in your Acura key fob and Acura key fob programming with the service team at Capitol Acura.
 

How to Program the Acura Remote Start Key Fob

The process on how to program your Acura RDX remote start key fob is fairly simple and similar across all models. Here are the Acura key fob programming steps:

1. Enter the cabin and securely shut all the doors and the trunk.
2. Turn the key to “ON” marked by the II position. At this point, the dash lights should come on.
3. After you hear a click, press the “Lock” button on the key fob for one second.
4. Turn the key to “OFF” marked by I on the bezel. Make sure the dash lights go off.
5. Repeat this process three more times (four total).
6. On the fourth cycle of turning the key to “ON,” press the lock button and listen for a cycling sound of the locks. This indicates that you are now in programming mode.
7. Press “Lock” twice more, then “Unlock.”
8. Turn the ignition off and remove the key.
9. Step out of the car and test the features!

Now that you know how to open an Acura key fob and reprogram it, you can take the necessary steps to replace the battery and make your San Jose commutes easier.

How to Change Key Fob Battery

Once you notice your Acura keyless remote battery is low, you’ll want to find a genuine replacement ASAP. Follow these instructions to perform an Acura key fob battery replacement:

Acura Key Fob Battery Replacement – Acura Smart Key

1. Press the tab and remove the metal key
2. Use the metal key to pry the key fob open via the opening where the key was removed from
3. Remove the old battery with a small screwdriver.
4. Insert the fresh battery with the positive (+) side facing up
5. Press the key fob casing back together until you hear two clicks
6. Return the key to the slot
7. Ensure the shell is snapped back together

Acura Key Fob Battery Replacement – Acura Keyless Remote

1. Pull out the metal key
2. Use a flat-head screwdriver to gently pry to key fob open
3. Remove the old batteries
4. Insert the fully charged pair of batteries
5. Press the two halves of the key fob back together

Where to Buy Key Fob Batteries

Not sure what size battery for your key fob is the right size? Don’t know where to buy key fob batteries? If you’re unsure where to find the replacement battery, check our parts center. The correct Acura key fob battery (the CR2032 Button Cell battery in most cases) can be ordered through us if you don’t see it in our inventory online. Schedule service today if you’d like our expert technicians in San Jose to replace to perform an Acura key fob battery replacement.

Choose the Capitol Acura Service Center

Now that you know where to buy key fob batteries for your new Acura, you can visit our service team near Milpitas to have it replaced for you and save on your next visit with our service specials. Have questions in the meantime? For any other questions on how to open an Acura key fob or other Acura repairs, contact us at Capitol Acura.