Why does my VW key fob not work after replacing battery?

Why does my VW key fob not work after replacing battery?

If your key fob has completely drained it’s simple to change the battery, but if the light is still flashing it still needs to be reset. This can only be done with your master key, but is fast and simple to do: Press and hold either the lock or unlock button for one second. The vehicle should remain locked.

How do I unlock my VW Touareg key?

On Volkswagen CC and Touareg models, you must access the emergency key inside of the fob. On these models, there is no bayonet key. Press the button on the side of the fob and the emergency key will peek through, then pull the key ring loop to get it out and unlock the door.

How do you change the battery in a Touareg key?

VW Key Battery Replacement: Five Simple Tips

  1. Hold the button on your Volkswagen key fob until the emergency key pops out.
  2. Make sure you have a firm grasp on the key fob.
  3. Locate the seam which connects the lid and the base of your fob.
  4. Replace the old battery with the new one.

Can you reprogram a VW key fob?

In order to maintain these high standards, Volkswagen key fobs are not interchangeable and must be ordered for your specific vehicle. The key fobs undergo a pre-programming process before shipping to the dealer, and then must be programmed along with the vehicle.

How do you program a VW Touareg key fob?

  1. Switch Ignition ON and leave the key in the ignition.
  2. Mechanically lock the vehicle using the Drivers door using a second. key.
  3. Press the remote control unlock button 5 times in 1 second intervals.
  4. Wait 6 seconds and press the unlock button once to activate memory.
  5. Switch ignition OFF, all remotes are now erased.

How do I change the battery in the key fob?

Use the device to gently pry apart the two halves of the key fob. Remove the green circuit board out of the back of the case using your device. The back of the circuit board houses the battery. To change, gently pry out the battery and replace with a new CR 2032 3V battery, negative side down.

What size battery for a key fob?

The type of key fob you get indicates the battery needed. An INFINITI Key Fob requires a CR2025 type battery, while a key fob designed for the INFINITI Intelligent Key requires a CR2032 battery.

How do you change the battery in a Ford key?

To learn how to change the battery in this Ford key fob watch the video or follow the instructions below. Flip the key on the back side and note the release switch. Press the release switch and slide out the metal key with your fingernail. Use the metal key to pry away the back cover. Note the battery on the back cover.

What is fob battery?

A replacement coin cell (A.K.A. “button” or “watch”) key fob battery is part number CR2032 which is available from manufacturers such as Panasonic, Sony, GE, Duracell, Energizer , Maxell and Philips. The only tool needed to access the battery is a small flathead screwdriver used to pry apart the two halves of the fob.