Replacement Of Remote Controller Battery

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If remote controller operation indicator lamp fails to light up when lock or unlock button of remote controller is pushed, replace its battery as follows.

If ignition key (1) is inserted in remote controller, remove it.
With tip of flat blade screwdriver (2) put in slot (3) of remote controller (4), pry it open.

Fig 1: Removing Remote Controller
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Remove battery (4) from lower case (5).
CAUTION: Use care not to allow grease or dirt to be attached on the printed circuit board and the battery.
Replace the battery (lithium disc-type CR 2032 or equivalent battery) so its (+) terminal faces on remote controller lower case.

Fig 2: Removing Battery From Lower Case
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Install printed circuit board and rubber switch to upper case and then fit lower case securely.
NOTE:
- To prevent theft, be sure to break the remote controller before discarding it.
- Dispose of the used battery properly according to applicable rules or regulations. Do not dispose of lithium batteries with ordinary household trash.