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Replacing the Remote Control Battery of the Opel Zafira - Astra

Model: Vauxhall Zafira Zafira A, MK 1, T98 - Years 1999-2005
Part: Key

In today's video tutorial, you will learn how to remove and replace the battery of the remote control for the Opel Zafira, as well as the Astra. First, take your key and get something thin and pointed like a flat screwdriver; then separate the two halves of the remote control and the key to access the battery compartment, as shown in the video. At this point, remove the old battery and replace it with a new one of the correct type (in this case, a CR 2032 3V); insert it in the correct orientation and reassemble the key and remote control!

Updated on 18 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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