How to Replace the Battery in a 2001 Volvo V40 Key Fob

How to Replace the Battery in a 2001 Volvo V40 Key Fob

Remote key fob allow easy access to your car. If the key fob battery is dead or weak you will not to be able unlock doors from distance. It's not complicated to replace the battery in your remote key fob DIY. All you need is described below.

What is the battery remote key fob use

Prior to open remote key fob make sure that you have all recommended tools and materials: flat head screwdriver and 1 CR2032 battery.
  • flat head screwdriver
  • 1xCR2032 battery

Simple steps to replace the battery in your car's remote key fob

A coin battery installed in the your key fob. Carefully try to open your key fob with pry tools. Change 1xCR2032 battery with flat head screwdriver.

Change old battery with new one CR2032. Battery must be placed with the same polarity as was a previous. Your key will not work if you mistakenly put battery wrong way.

After the new battery installed, check keyless entry remote functionality by pressing buttons. If all functions works, assemble your fob’s case in reverse order.

At this point squeeze fob’s back cover together. Line your shell pieces together and put it in place by hands from top to bottom. Inspect your key case for gaps. If it is not tightly closed try to repeat last step.

Key Fob Battery Replacement 2001 Volvo V40 Video

How To Replace Volvo V40 Key Fob Battery 2000 2001 2002

Still not working? Buy new one

FAQ

Keyless entry remote of Volvo V40 require 1xCR2032 batteries. Most CR2032 batteries are under $4-6 depending on the brand, size packaging and type you buy. Take your old battery to the store, to find a proper replacement.

Remote key fob in most of cases reprogramming not needed after battery replace. If your keyless entry remote not working, recheck new battery voltage. If it is not help, read user's manual or contact local dealer.

Yes, you can change battery in your 2001 Volvo V40 keyless entry remote yourself. Most difficult part is to open fob’s case. It's pretty easy with our guide.

Auto repair shop's price for change the battery in keyless entry remote is from 50 to 600 dollars depending on the make.

You should replace batteries inside keyless entry remote of Volvo V40 at least once in three years. lifespan of battery vary on usage time, operating conditions and quality. Lithium cells usually will last longer.

These symptoms will warning you that it's perhaps time to replace battery in your Volvo V40: low key battery indicator on dashboard, signal strength reduced, you didn't change battery more than 4 years and key fob buttons not working.
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Fob Compatibility:

  1. FCC ID: HYQ1512J
  2. Models: 2000-2004 Volvo V40