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Removal Procedure

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Under normal use, the battery in the transmitter will last about 2 years. For battery replacement, use a Panasonic® 3 volt, type CR2032, or equivalent.

    Fig 1: Opening Transmitter Case
    GM264911Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Open the transmitter case and perform the following steps:
    1. Insert a dime between the 2 halves of the transmitter near the key ring hole.
    2. Twist the dime.
  2. Fig 2: Transmitter Battery
    GM396875Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Remove the battery.