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How to Replace the Key Battery of the Jeep Cherokee

Model: Jeep Cherokee KL, MK 5 - Years 2013-2023
Part: Key

To correctly replace the button cell inside your 2018 Jeep Cherokee smart key takes just a few seconds. Simply follow these steps. First, locate and press the button on the back of the cover while simultaneously sliding out the emergency key. Next, obtain a flathead screwdriver (or a similar object) and open the cover. At this point, remove the old battery and replace it with a new one that is fully compatible. Reassemble the cover, insert the physical key, and you're done.

Updated on 19 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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