Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

How to Open the Remote and Replace the Battery of the Opel Astra

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

In this brief and simple guide, we will see the steps to open the remote and replace the battery of the Opel Astra. First, take your remote and start removing the back cover by prying it off from the sides; then remove and, if necessary, replace the battery with a new one, as shown in the video. To open the remote, simply pry it from the sides to access the electronic board; you can then replace the key shell. Finally, reassemble the remote by applying the reverse procedure!

Updated on 24 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

Video tutorial

Related tutorials

How to Replace the Key Fob Battery on an Opel Astra H?
How to Replace the Key Fob Battery on an Opel Astra H?
Vauxhall Astra (2004-2010 / Astra H) To replace the battery in the key fob of an Opel Astra H, you won't need any special tools; however, it is advisable to have a small flat screwdriver…
How to replace the key shell of the Opel Astra
How to replace the key shell of the Opel Astra
Vauxhall Astra (2015-2022 / Astra K) Below we will see the main steps useful for disassembling and replacing the key shell of the Opel Astra, but also of the Mokka. First of all, we take…
How to replace the key shell of the Opel Astra
How to replace the key shell of the Opel Astra
Vauxhall Astra (2009-2016 / Astra J) Today we will discover the instructions that will allow us to disassemble and replace the shell of the key for the Opel Astra, in simple steps. First…

Other guides you may be interested in

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Astra 2004-2010 - Yellow "car with wrench" warning light on Opel Astra h, what does it mean? Read answer

How to Bleed the Clutch on a Renault Clio?

To bleed the clutch on a Renault Clio, open the bonnet to access the components located in the engine bay: here, you will need to undo the screws that secure the battery in its housing, the intake manifold, and the coolant reservoir. This will allow you to locate the pipe through which the brake fluid flows: by inserting the other end of the pipe into a container, you can press the clutch pedal to expel all the fluid until it fills the container.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos