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2014-2019 Jeep Cherokee Limited Key Fob Battery Replacement

If your 2019 Jeep Cherokee Limited key fob is...

iFixit Library Jeep Cherokee Very easy 10 minutes Guide 199043

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Guide overview

Before you begin

If your 2019 Jeep Cherokee Limited key fob is showing signs of a weak or dead battery, this guide will show you how to safely replace it so you don’t have to visit a dealership. Before starting, inspect your key fob for any cracks or damage. If the fob’s casing is broken or the internal components are damaged, replacing the battery alone may not restore full functionality. Typically, if the casing is intact, you can easily open the fob, remove the old battery, and install a new one. Step 2 involves prying the fob open. It’s recommended to use a small flathead screwdriver or plastic pry tool and wear gloves to protect your hands. For reference, here is a link to a video showing a full key fob teardown and battery replacement for similar Jeep models.

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Press the small release button on the side of the key fob.
Press and hold that side button firmly — you should feel or hear the mechanism disengage.
While keeping the button pressed, pull the mechanical key straight out (do not twist).

Step 2

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Flathead 3/32" or 2.5 mm Screwdriver Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Look at the area where the mechanical key was removed.
Identify the two slits—the mechanical key slot and the pry slot. Insert a small flathead screwdriver into the pry slot and apply gentle pressure to avoid injury.
Apply gentle pressure until the key fob pops open.

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Set the pieces on a flat surface so nothing gets lost. Only one of the pieces holds the battery.

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Flathead 3/32" or 2.5 mm Screwdriver Referenced by the iFixit guide

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With a flathead screwdriver, gently lift the bent metal tabs holding the battery and carefully push the battery out.

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Insert the new battery, sliding it beneath all three metal tabs. Ensure the positive side (‘+’) faces upward.

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Check that the rubber gasket around the edge is properly seated and not damaged.

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Take the back piece of the fob (the one with the battery outline) and hold it in your hand.
Align and firmly attach it to the piece containing the new battery.
Finally, snap the outer casing securely around the fob.

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Reinsert the mechanical key into its designated slot.

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Press each button on the fob to ensure they all work correctly.