Honda CR-V: Maintenance / Remote Transmitter Care

Honda CR-V 2017-2025 Owner's Manual / Maintenance / Remote Transmitter Care

Replacing the Button Battery

If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.

WARNING

CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD The battery that powers the remote transmitter can cause severe internal burns and can even lead to death if swallowed. Keep new and used batteries away from children.

If you suspect that a child has swallowed the battery, seek medical attention immediately.

NOTICE

An improperly disposed of battery can damage the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.

Replacement batteries are commercially available or at a dealer.

Master Keys with Remote Transmitter*

Battery type: CR1620

Unscrew the cover with a small Phillips- head screwdriver.
Open the remote transmitter.
- Wrap the small flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to prevent scratching the transmitter.
Remove the button battery with the small flat-tip screwdriver.
Make sure to replace the battery with the correct polarity.

Smart Entry Remote*

Battery type: CR2032

Remove the built-in key.
Remove the upper half of the cover by carefully prying on the edge with a coin.
- Remove carefully to avoid losing the buttons.
- Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent scratching the smart entry remote.
Make sure to replace the battery with the correct polarity.

* Not available on all models

Battery

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