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How to Change the Remote Key Battery on the Toyota Highlander

Model: Toyota Highlander Xu40 - Years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Key

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The description below provides the information and steps to follow to replace the remote key battery for this vehicle, and you can also refer to the images in the video. First, you need to extract the emergency key and use it to pry open the rear cover of the remote.

Underneath, you will find the battery compartment, which you can remove with a pointed object and replace with the new one, ensuring to respect the polarity. After that, reposition the cover and close it.


Updated on 17 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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