2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Key Fob Battery Replacement

I developed issues with the FOB not functioning...

iFixit Library 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Easy 5 - 10 minutes Guide 100781

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Before you begin

I developed issues with the FOB not functioning right, needing to be close to the vehicle and in certain areas for it to work. Changing the battery was straight forward and restored its function immediately.

Step 1

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Here is the FOB for my Jeep. It decided to finally quit. The functionality became less over the last couple of weeks and required frequent attempts to unlock the vehicle etc.
Remove the key by moving
locking hatch to the left side first.
The two halves where the FOB needs to be split are clearly visible

Step 2

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Using a plastic opening tool (or finger nail, guitar pick etc.) start at the front of the FOB to separate it
Moving the tool along the split line with slight sideways pressure
will separate the FOB easily.

Step 3

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Here is the cleanly opened FOB
Bottom half of the FOB contains the CR2032 coin battery
Remove the battery by pulling it out of the holder pushing it gently against the spring contacts.
Replace the battery following the polarity with the positive side to the body of the FOB

Step 4

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Insert wisdom here.