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How to Replace the Key Remote Battery in a Seat Leon

Model: Seat Leon 5F, MK 3 - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Key

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In this video tutorial, you can see how to replace the battery of the key remote in a Seat Leon by following a few simple steps that will help you manage your vehicle independently, without needing a professional's help. The materials needed for this simple operation are: a CR2025 remote battery and a coin to open the remote shell.

Press the remote button to remove the metal key, then use the coin to apply slight pressure in the slot to open the remote shell and remove the cover. With the help of pliers or a screwdriver, remove the battery and replace it with the new one, positioning it with the positive side facing up as shown in the video, then reposition the remote cover by applying slight pressure.


Updated on 12 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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