Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles

Replacing the Key Remote Battery of the Audi A3

Model: Audi A3 8Y, MK 4 - Years 2020-2026
Part: Key

Briefly, here are the instructions to remove and replace the battery of the key remote for the Audi A3. First, take your remote and start by removing the physical key from inside it; use a lever on the gap created to remove the rear plastic cover, thus accessing the battery compartment, as shown in the video. At this point, remove the old battery and replace it with a new one of the correct type (in this case, a CR 2032 3V); insert it in the correct orientation and finally reinsert the physical key.

Posted on 15 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

Video tutorial

Related tutorials

Audi A3 (2012-2019 / 8V, MK 3) To replace the remote control battery of the Audi A3, lift the cover on the back of the remote, located just below the manufacturer's logo. By removi…
Audi A3 (2020-2026 / 8Y, MK 4) Replacing the battery in the key fob of an Audi A3 is a simple and quick operation. Take the key fob and first press the button located near the uppe…
Audi A3 (2020-2026 / 8Y, MK 4) The procedure for replacing the battery in the key fob of an Audi A3 requires a few simple steps. First, extract the metal key from inside the fob: t…

Other guides you may be interested in

How to Bleed the Clutch on a Renault Clio?

To bleed the clutch on a Renault Clio, open the bonnet to access the components located in the engine bay: here, you will need to undo the screws that secure the battery in its housing, the intake manifold, and the coolant reservoir. This will allow you to locate the pipe through which the brake fluid flows: by inserting the other end of the pipe into a container, you can press the clutch pedal to expel all the fluid until it fills the container.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos