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How to Change the Key Fob Battery of a BMW 1 Series

Model: BMW Serie 1 E81, E82, MK 1, E87 - Years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Key

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How do you change the battery in the key fob of your BMW 1 Series? Follow these detailed steps. Take your ignition remote and extract the metal key. Once the key is removed, insert a small screwdriver into the notch of the plastic remote and remove the cover.

Use a small screwdriver to extract the worn battery and replace it with a new one of the same type. Refit the cover on your remote by pressing the key case until you hear a click.

Check that the key functions correctly.


Updated on 26 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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