How to Replace the Battery in a 2012 Lincoln MKZ Key Fob

How to Replace the Battery in a 2012 Lincoln MKZ Key Fob

Key fob allow easy access to your car. When the keyless entry remote battery is weak you will not to be able open car remotely. Yes, it is possible to change the battery in your keyless entry remote, and it’s easier than you think. All you need is described below.

What size battery does 2012 Lincoln MKZ remote key fob take

Changing battery in key fob require 1 CR2032 battery and flat head screwdriver. Prepare these materials and tools before opening and make sure to match the type of your fob’s batteries.
  • flat head screwdriver
  • 1xCR2032 battery

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

A small coin cell battery installed inside the your remote key fob. Carefully try to disassemble your key with pry tools. Remove CR2032 battery with flat head screwdriver.

Get new battery and install it inside fob’s body. Battery must be installed with the same position as was a previous. Your key will not work if you by mistake place battery wrong way.

Before assembling fob’s case, verify that all functions works by testing buttons on circuit board.

The last thing to do is put your cover back on fob. Accurately try to assemble the pieces in place by hands from top to bottom. Inspect your key fob shell for gaps. If it is not firmly closed try to repeat last step.

Video of keyless entry remote disassembly

Lincoln MKT Key Fob Battery Replacement - DIY

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Frequently Asked Questions

Remote key fob of Lincoln MKZ use 1xCR2032 batteries. Most CR2032 batteries are under $4-6 depending on the type, brand and size packaging you buy. Take your old battery to the store, with you to find a proper replacement.

Key fob in most of cases do not require to be reprogrammed after battery replace. If your key fob not working, recheck new battery voltage. Otherwise, read user's manual or contact local dealer.

Yes, you can replace battery in your 2012 Lincoln MKZ key yourself. Most hard part is to open fob’s case. It's pretty easy with our instruction.

The price to replace the battery inside key is $50-600 depending on the car and the service pricing.

Remote key fob batteries in Lincoln MKZ should be changed every three years, but this will vary based on usage and quality. If your key fob reduced signal strength, you should replace batteries before it stop close doors and make problems for you.

These signs will warn you that it's perhaps time to change battery in your 2012 Lincoln MKZ: key fob buttons not working, you didn't change battery more than 4 years, low key battery indicator on dashboard and multiple clicks to unlock or lock doors required.
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Fob Compatibility:

  1. FCC ID: OUCD6000022
  2. Models: 2007-2016 Lincoln MKZ