How to Replace the Key Fob Battery in a Honda Civic Sedan
Steps from the 2026 Honda Civic Sedan owner's manual.
- Remove the built-in key from the remote.
- With the buttons facing down, pry the slot with the key grip to remove the upper half of the cover.
- Pry the battery out at its edge with a flat-tip screwdriver.
- Install the new battery with the correct polarity.
- Replace the battery if the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed.
- Battery type: CR2032.
- Wrap the key grip and screwdriver in cloth to avoid scratching the remote; keep batteries away from children.
Source: 2026 Honda Civic Sedan owner's manual, PDF page 651. Steps are summarized in our own words (AI-assisted, checked against the cited pages 2026-10-18). Other model years can differ; your manual has the final word.
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