Transmitter Battery: Replacement

REMOVE TRANSMITTER BATTERY
NOTE: Take extra care when handling these precision electronic components.
1. Push and hold the release knob in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration. Then take the mechanical key out of the case.
  
  Fig 1: Pushing Release Knob
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2. Insert a precision screwdriver into the gap, and turn the screwdriver to detach the transmitter housing cover.
  HINT:
  
  Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
  
  Fig 2: Inserting Screwdriver Into Transmitter Housing Cover
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3. Insert a precision screwdriver into the gap and remove the battery (lithium battery: CR1632).
  NOTE:
  - Do not push the terminals with your finger.
  - Do not forcibly pry up the battery. The terminals may be damaged.
  - Do not touch the battery with wet hands. Water may cause rust.
  - Do not touch or move any components inside the transmitter. It may interfere with proper operation.
Fig 3: Removing Battery Using Screwdriver
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REMOVE TRANSMITTER BATTERY (for Card Type)
1. Lightly hold and pull the transmitter housing cover in the direction of the arrow as shown in the illustration.
  HINT:
  - If the battery cover is held too firmly, it becomes harder to pull out.
  - If the cover is slippery and is difficult to pull out, use non-slip gloves to pull the cover out.
  NOTE: Do not insert a screwdriver, etc. between the case and battery cover and forcefully bend the battery cover. This will deform the battery cover.
  
  Fig 4: Pulling Transmitter Housing Cover
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2. Remove the transmitter battery (lithium battery: CR2412)
Fig 5: Removing Transmitter Battery
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INSTALL TRANSMITTER BATTERY (for Card Type)
1. Push in and install a new transmitter battery (lithium battery (CR2412)) while being careful of the following: 1) the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the battery; and 2) being sure to insert the battery between the 2 terminals and deep into the card, in the direction of the arrow.
  HINT:
  
  Check if the card terminals are damaged or if the card interior has foreign matter.
  
  Fig 6: Installing Transmitter Battery
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  NOTE:
  - Insert the battery so that its positive (+) side is facing the LEXUS mark.
  - Do not deform the terminals.
  - If the terminals are dirty, wipe the terminals with a soft cloth before installing the battery.
2. Install the transmitter housing cover so that it clips onto the case.
  NOTE:
  - Push on the transmitter cover until its attachment hooks attach securely.
  - When the transmitter cover is removed and installed many times, be careful as the cover may become loose.
Fig 7: Installing Transmitter Housing Cover
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INSTALL TRANSMITTER BATTERY
1. Install a new battery (lithium battery: CR1632) with the positive (+) side facing upward, as shown in the illustration.
  NOTE:
  - Do not bend the transmitter battery electrode during insertion.
  - Keep the transmitter cover interior free of dust and oil.
  Fig 8: Installing Battery
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2. Install the transmitter housing cover by pressing down on it as shown in the illustration.
3. Insert the mechanical key into the transmitter.
4. Press one of the transmitter switches and check that the LED illuminates.
Fig 9: Installing Transmitter Housing Cover
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