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Replacing the Key Battery of the Ford Focus

Model: Ford Focus MK 1 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
Part: Key

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Video tutorial

In this video tutorial, learn how to replace the battery of the Ford Focus key remote by following these simple steps. First, take the remote and begin to open the two halves of the remote casing, prying the sides with something thin like a flat screwdriver.

Once the back part is removed, you can take out and replace the battery with a new one of the correct type (in this case, a CR 2032 3V); simply insert it the right way and then reassemble the remote casing!


Updated on 13 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


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Follow these brief instructions to activate the automatic folding and unfolding of the external wing mirrors on the Jeep Compass. First, get inside the vehicle and turn on the ignition; then press the button located beneath the mirror glass adjustment to electrically open the mirror, as shown in the video. Pressing the button in the opposite direction will close the mirrors; by holding the button, the mirrors will open and close automatically!

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