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Opel Astra J key shell replacement

Model: Vauxhall Astra Astra J - Years 2009-2016
Part: Key

Let's see in this video how to disassemble and replace the key shell on an Opel Astra J. First we take our remote control and we go to pry the sides in order to open it in two parts; then remove the rear cover and extract the plug and the key, together with the electronic board, as shown in the video. At this point we transfer everything to the new key shell; we first insert the key and then the electronic card and the battery inside it. Finally we reassemble the lid and close the shell entirely, as shown in the video!

Posted on 21 June 2021 by ScegliAuto

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