How to Replace the Key Fob Battery in a Volvo S90 Twin Engine
Steps from the 2020 Volvo S90 Twin Engine owner's manual (Remote key with buttons (the smaller Key Tag battery cannot be replaced)).
- Hold the key with the Volvo logo side up, move the button on the key ring section to the right, and slide the front cover slightly upward to remove it.
- Turn the key over, move the button to the side, and slide the rear cover slightly upward to remove it.
- Use a screwdriver to turn the battery cover counterclockwise until the markers point to OPEN, then pry the cover up.
- Carefully pry out the old battery, noting that its positive side (+) faces upward.
- Insert a new battery with the positive side (+) facing upward, sliding it forward until it locks under the plastic catches, then press it down.
- Replace the battery cover and turn it clockwise to CLOSE, then refit the rear and front covers until they click into place.
- Use batteries with the designation CR2032, 3 V.
- Replace the battery when the message Vehicle key bat. low is displayed or the locks do not react.
- Avoid touching the new battery and its contact surfaces with your fingers.
Source: 2020 Volvo S90 Twin Engine owner's manual, PDF pages 242, 243, 244. 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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