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How do you change a BMW X3 car key battery?
I’ve noticed the range on my BMW X3 car key has gotten smaller and smaller the last few weeks and that generally means one thing: it’s time to change the battery. How do I do it?
Will Baldwin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
The frustration of a dying key fob is all too familiar!
How to change the battery depends on what type of key you have. A
BMX X3
has two options: comfort access or sleek slant shape. To change the battery for the comfort access key, do the following:
- Locate the small tab in the key fob and press it. This is where the valet key is.
- Take out the valet key and locate the small access port.
- Remove the battery cover with the valet key or a small flathead screwdriver.
- Now you can replace the dead battery with a new one.
- Repeat the steps in reverse order to reassemble your key.
For the sleek slant shape key, you’ll need a CR2032 battery. To replace it:
- Remove the valet key by pressing the button that opens it.
- Where the valet key was, locate a small groove.
- Turn the groove clockwise using the valet key.
- Remove the battery cover and replace the dead battery.
- Repeat the steps in reverse order to reassemble your key.
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