2013 Honda Accord Key Fob Battery Replacement

If you own a 2013 Honda Accord and key fob...

iFixit Library 2013-2017 Honda Accord Very easy 2 minutes Guide 211476

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Guide overview

Before you begin

If you own a 2013 Honda Accord and key fob doesn't always unlock/lock your car on the first try, this guide will demonstrate how to replace a key fob battery and save you money on a brand new keyfob. This repair is needed if your key fob battery is dying. It is a lot cheaper of a fix rather than replacing the whole key fob.

Step 1

Repair step

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Insert a spudger into the slot on the side of key fob.
Ensure the buttons are facing away from you.
Pry the back piece off.

Step 2

Repair step

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Carefully slide the edge of the spudger under the battery and pull the spudger up to remove the battery from the key fob.

Step 3

Repair step

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Take your new CR1620 lithium battery and place gently into slot.
Ensure the front of battery is facing downwards.

Step 4

Repair step

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Take the two halves of your key fob and line them up with each other.
Press firmly until they snap back together.
Go to your car and ensure the key fob properly unlocks and locks your car.