2020-2024 BMW X5 Key Fob Battery Replacement

Written By: Santhos Kuruparan
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2020-2024 BMW X5 Key Fob Battery Replacement

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

6

Time Required

5 minutes

Introduction

This guide shows how to replace the battery in the key fob for BMW X5 models (2020–2024). A low or depleted battery may prevent your key fob from unlocking your vehicle remotely. This guide will give you a step-by-step tutorial on performing this battery replacement without needing to go to a dealership.

When replacing the battery, ensure it's handled carefully; sometimes there can be a swollen or leaking battery. Make sure it's disposed of carefully at an e-waste recycling centre. Also, BMW key fobs are very sensitive, so ensure that they're handled carefully to prevent any damage, and apply gentle pressure when opening the case of the key fob.

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    • Check if the key is the comfort access one to be able to perform the battery replacement.

    • Ensure when you are replacing the battery that you obtain the right battery or the key will not work properly.

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    • Press the small button on the side of the key.

    • Remove the physical key from the fob.

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    • Insert a small flathead screwdriver into the key blade slot.

    • Gently twist to pry open the key fob cover.

    • Avoid using excessive force to prevent damage to the plastic cover.

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    • Carefully remove the back cover of the key fob.

    • Gently remove the old CR2032 battery.

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    • Insert the new CR2032 battery, positive (+) side facing upward.

    • Ensure the battery is properly aligned to guarantee functionality.

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    • Reattach the back cover.

    • Press firmly until you hear it click securely into place.

    • Confirm the cover snaps securely to prevent any functionality issues.

    • Reinsert the key blade into the key fob.

    • Press until it locks securely.

    • Test out the key functions to see if everything's working, and it should be ready for use.

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