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How to replace the battery of the BMW R1200GS remote control?

Model: Bmw R1200 GS
Part: Key

Video tutorial

In this tutorial, we will see how to replace the battery of the BMW R1200 GS remote control, a very simple and quick operation. To do this, we will need a small flathead screwdriver and a replacement battery of type CR2032. First, we extend the metal key by pressing the designated button, then we pry at the indicated edge to remove the back cover.

Next, we extract the old battery using the screwdriver, insert the replacement while being careful to respect the polarity, and reassemble everything by following the reverse procedure.


Posted on 8 December 2025 by ScegliAuto


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