2001 Volkswagen Passat Key Fob Battery Replacement

When the battery in your 2001 Volkswagen Passat...

iFixit Library 1996-2005 Volkswagen Passat Easy 5 minutes Guide 62152

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Guide overview

Before you begin

When the battery in your 2001 Volkswagen Passat key fob no longer works, you will not be able to enter the locked car or trunk without using your key for entry. Use this guide to replace the battery in your key fob.

Step 1

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Press the release button on the key fob so that key is extended.
Locate the small indentation in the middle of the key fob.

Step 2

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Place a plastic pry tool in the indentation of the key fob.
Apply pressure and rotate the pry tool until key fob begins to separate.
Using light force, pull the key fob apart.
Remove the cover on lower part of the key fob and locate the battery.

Step 3

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Use a spudger to remove the battery.
Place a new battery in the key fob and press down gently to secure it in place.

Step 4

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Pick up the pieces of the key fob and begin to slide the pieces together.
This needs to be done slowly to not break the plastic on the fob.

Step 5

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Press the key release button to make sure that the key fob operates correctly.
Press the lock, unlock and trunk buttons and check for the red indicator light to make sure the key fob working properly.
Depending on your vehicle, you may need to reprogram your key fob to your car. Either consult a dealership or review your owner's manual on how to reprogram your key fob.