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How to Change the Key Battery of the Citroen C3

Model: Citroen C3 FC, FN - Years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Part: Key

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If the key of your Citroen C3 first edition (2002-2009) suddenly stops working and you want to learn how to replace the battery inside, follow these steps. First, release the emergency key by pressing the appropriate button.

Then, use a simple coin to remove the rear cover and locate the exhausted button battery. Finally, remove the old battery and insert a new CR1620 battery.

Refit the rear cover correctly, and you have finished.


Updated on 15 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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