
How to Change Audi Key Fob Battery
If your Audi key fob battery dies or is weak, you will not lock or unlock the car. The Start/Stop button will also not work.
If your Audi key fob battery dies or is weak, you will not lock or unlock the car. The Start/Stop button will also not work.
You will get a warning on your dashboard that displays a key and battery symbol on the newer Audis. To fix these problems, change the battery on your Audi key fob.
Watch the video on how to change the battery on the Audi three-button key fob. This keyfob was used in most 1997 to 2005 Audi vehicles.
Battery Size: CR1620 (ONE)
Watch the video on how to change the key fob battery on Audi keyless entry key fob, also known as Audi smart key. This key fob is used in many Audi cars since 2008, including A Q R S TT models. If your Audi key fob battery is too weak or dead, it will prevent you from starting the car using the Start/Stop button.
Battery Size: CR2032 (One)
Battery Size: CR2032 (ONE)
We hope that these videos and step-by-step instructions helped you learn how to change the battery on any Audi key fob remote.
Over the years, Audi has come out with a few different key designs.
These instructions were written to help owners change the key fob battery on Audi models such as the A3, S3, RS3, A4, S4, A5, S5, A6, S6, A7, S7, RS7, A8, S8, Q3, Q5, SQ5, Q7, TT, and R8.
No. The key will work, and no programming is required after you change the battery. If your Audi key fob does not work after you change the battery, try the following:
Open the Audi using the metal key. Next, press the unlock button on the remote. Enter the vehicle and insert the key into the ignition. Lastly, remove the key from the ignition.
If the key synchronization procedure does not work, open the key and make sure the battery's positive (+) side is on the correct side.
Yes. If your Audi key fob is damaged or the shell is broken, you can consider replacing just the shell. New Audi key shells can be purchased online.
No. Audi does NOT use rechargeable batteries in their key fobs. It is ok to use a rechargeable battery. Remember that you will need to remove and charge the battery or replace it once the battery dies.
Open the key again and make sure the battery is installed the right way. Check that the positive (+) side of the battery is installed on the required side.
By YOUCANIC Automotive Experts Published on: Wednesday, March 7, 2018. |