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How to Replace the Remote Battery on the Citroen C5?

Model: Citroen C5 DC, MK 1 - Years 2000-2008
Part: Key

As shown in this tutorial, replacing the remote battery on the Citroen C5 is an extremely simple and inexpensive operation. You will need a small flathead screwdriver and a replacement CR1620 battery. First, extend the emergency key by pressing the designated button, then insert the screwdriver into the indicated slot, lever it open, and separate the two halves of the remote. Next, remove the internal circuit, take out the old battery, and insert the replacement, ensuring it is the correct way round.

Updated on 10 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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