Chrysler 200
Smart Key Fob Battery Replacement Guide
How to change a dead battery in the
intelligent proximity key fob a 2nd generation 2015, 2016 & 2017 Chrysler 200.
2015 Chrysler 200 Key Fob |
Back Side of Smart Fob |
Slide Release Switch |
This
automotive maintenance tutorial was specifically written to assist
owners of the second generation 2015, 2016 and 2017 Chrysler 200
sedan in changing a dead battery in the smart (or "intelligent
proximity") key fob remote control for the keyless entry and push
button start systems. Owners of other Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM or Fiat vehicles such as the 300, Pacifica, Town & Country, Avenger, Charger, Challenger, Journey, Dart, Durango, Magnum, Grand Caravan, Fiat 500, Fiat 124 Spider, Grand Cherokee, Renegade, Wrangler, Compass, Liberty, Patriot, ProMaster, 1500 and C/V Tradesman minivan may also find these DIY instructions to be helpful. The compatible replacement coin cell (A.K.A. "button" or "watch") battery is part number CR2032 which is available from various manufacturers such as Panasonic, Sony, Energizer, Duracell and Maxell. The only tool needed to access and change the key fob battery is a small flathead screwdriver or a plastic pry bar tool. |
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Metal Ignition Key Removed |
Pry Apart Two Halves |
Battery In Rear Cover |
The first step is
to turn over the key fob and locate the small grey / silver metal switch. Slide the switch to release the metal emergency ignition key from the fob housing. Remove the metal ignition key and set it aside in a safe place. To prevent from scratching the plastic surfaces, I recommend either covering your screwdriver with a thin micro fiber cloth or use a small plastic pry bar tool. Insert the blade of your tool in to the opening where the metal key used to reside. Gently pry apart the two halves of the fob housing. The battery holder is located on the back cover of the fob. |
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Remote Control Circuit Board |
Lift Out Old Battery |
Empty Battery Socket |
Try to avoid
scratching the green electrical remote control unit circuit board with the
screwdriver. Gently pry out the old battery from the socket on the rear cover of the fob housing. With the old battery removed, you'll see the "+ Positive Side Down" note on the battery socket. |
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Panasonic CR 2032 3V |
Install New Battery |
"+" Positive Side Down |
The OEM battery was
a Panasonic CR2032 3 volt coin
cell. Push a new CR2032 battery in to the socket with the "+" positive side facing down and the "-" side facing up towards you. |
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Line Up Two Halves |
Snap Together Key Fob |
Flush At Every Edge |
Line up the back
cover and the front of the fob housing with each other. Gently pop the two halves back together. Make sure that the two halves of the fob are flush together at every edge. |
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Re-Insert Emergency Key |
Stand Near Car With Fob |
Test New Key Fob Battery |
Replace the metal
ignition key. It should "click" securely in to place. To test the new battery, stand near your car and press the "Unlock" or "Lock" buttons on the key fob. If the new battery is working properly, you should see the parking lights flash and also hear the door locks opening and closing. For more, please check out all of my
2015-2017 Chrysler 200 DIY Repair & Maintenance Guides. |
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