How to Change a Battery in an Acura Key Fob

New Acura models are packed with handy technology to improve your comfort and convenience on the open road, but even the most high-tech features need a little maintenance from time to time. So when it’s time for your Acura key fob battery replacement, you’ll be happy to know that it takes just minutes to complete the process. Learn how to open your Acura key fob and program like a pro, and visit Hopkins Acura to pick up a battery replacement or anything else you need.

How to Program an Acura Key Fob

Learning how to program your Acura key fob is simple enough to complete in your own San Carlos garage. However, the process goes quickly, so we recommend reading through the instructions a few times through. If you run into trouble, don’t hesitate to contact us at Hopkins Acura!

1. Sit in the cabin with all doors closed and trunk shut.
2. Turn the key to the “On” position (marked as the II position). The dash lights will pop on.
3. Listen for a click, and press the “Lock” button on the key fob for one full second.
4. Turn the key to the “Off” position, or I on the bezel. The dash lights should turn off again.
5. Repeat this process three more times for a total of four times in all.
6. On your fourth cycle, press the lock button and listen. You’ll hear the cycling sound of locks, which indicates that you have entered programming mode.
7. Tap “Lock” two more times, followed by “Unlock.”
8. Turn the ignition key off and take the key out.
9. Get out of the car and test out your key fob to make sure it worked.
10. Congratulations! You’ve learned how to program your key fob successfully.

How to Change a Battery in an Acura Key Fob

What if your key fob seems unresponsive? Learning how to change a battery in an Acura key fob will likely take care of the issue. You’ll need to pick up an Acura key fob battery replacement at our parts department – a CR2032 Button Cell battery in most cases. You can even order your parts online. Then follow these steps to learn how to open the Acura key fob and swap out batteries:

Acura Key Fob Battery Replacement – Acura Smart Key

1. Press the tab on the fob body to remove the metal key
2. Using the metal key, pry the key fob open through the opening where the key was removed.
3. Use a small screwdriver to remove the old battery.
4. Carefully insert the fresh battery with the positive (+) side facing up
5. Press the key fob casing back together. You’ll hear two clicks when it is secure.
6. Return the key to the slot.
7. Snap the case back together.

Acura Key Fob Battery Replacement – Acura Keyless Remote

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

Acura Remote Start System Capabilities

Now you know how to change a battery in an Acura key fob, but do you know what else your Acura can do in Belmont? The Acura remote start key fob is found on many new models, and it offers a host of valuable features:

• Two-way remote with LED vehicle status indicators
• Full integration with security and immobilizer systems for protection
• Auto Climate Control system activation based on the weather conditions outside
• 10-minute runtime with the option to extend for an additional 10 minutes
• Two included transmitters

Find Out More with Hopkins Acura

Whether you need help finding replacement parts or simply learning how to open your Acura key fob, the team at Hopkins Acura is here to help. Contact us with any questions or stop by our dealership. We’re just a short drive from Sunnyvale in neighboring Redwood City, so feel free to chat!