JEEP CHEROKEE KEY FOB BATTERY REPLACEMENT. KEY NOT WORKING, NOT LOCKING, UNLOCKING FIXIn this video we will show you how to remove and replace the key fob ba Rome Tech Car Key Fob CR2032 Batteries Replacement Compatible with Jeep Grand Cherokee 2008-2022, Compass 2007-2022,Renegade 2015-2021 - CR 2032 Battery for Key Fob - 1-Pack 3.0 out of 5 stars 2 $11.99 $ 11 . 99 waumo. 1094 posts · Joined 2010. #7 · Dec 28, 2014. If your FOBIK does things on its own, open it up, remove the rubber key cover and make sure there is no lint or dirt in there. I change all the FOBIK batteries once a year and it makes for much better operation, even the the battery tests good it may not be good enough. For the 2014+ take the metal key out of yhe fob to open the door. To start hold the fob near the start button and then press the start button jeep will start, works similar to the proximity badge to get in doors. For older then 2014 i think the start button opens up for the metal key to go in it or something like that. Mogul. Step 3: Try Using the Physical Key. As a fallback option, your Jeep key fob also has a physical metal key built into the fob you can use manually. If your key fob is not working at all, try using just the physical key portion: Unlock the door by inserting the metal key into the door lock cylinder. Simple steps to change the battery in your Grand Cherokee's key fob. A tiny button cell battery installed in the your remote key fob. Remove any internal key before you try to pry apart the keyless entry remote. Gently try to disassemble your keyless entry remote with flat head screwdriver. Change one CR2032 battery with flat head screwdriver. The Empty Or Dead Battery In The Key Fob. A battery with an electric connection is the main power source for running any electric device. So when you fail to provide that power to the electric device, you will definitely find some issues. If you are using your key fob for an extended period of time, it is likely that the battery is dead. 515 posts · Joined 2013. #14 · Aug 14, 2013. You are correct. You use the rounded end of the fob opposite the key slot to push the start button. The round end of the fob has to be like within 1/2" of the start button to start the car. The car will start even if the fob battery is dead. What kind of battery does a 2017 Jeep Cherokee remote key fob take? Keyless entry remote of Jeep Cherokee require 1xCR2032 batteries. Most CR2032 batteries are under $5 depending on the brand, size packaging and type you buy. You can take old battery to the store, with you to find a proper replacement. How to Replace the Key Fob Battery on a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Step 1: Place the screwdriver near the key ring in the seam on the key fob. Step 2: Gently pry the two sides of the key fob apart with the screwdriver. Step 3: Make a mental note of the old battery’s polarity. ygiPDAQ.