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How to Replace the Key Battery of a Porsche 911

Model: Porsche 911 996 - Years 1997-2005
Part: Key

Start by inserting the tip of a small flathead screwdriver into the key of your Porsche 911 and prying it open. This will expose the dead battery. Proceed to remove it using the screwdriver mentioned earlier. Once you complete this step, you can take out the battery, finishing the disassembly. To install the new battery and close the key, simply reverse these steps, and you will have completed the key battery replacement for your Porsche 911.

Updated on 4 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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