How to Replace the Key Fob Battery in a Honda CR-V Hybrid
Steps from the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid owner's manual.
- Remove the built-in key from the remote.
- With the buttons facing down, pry off the upper half of the cover at the slot using the key grip.
- Pry the old battery out by its edge with a flat-tip screwdriver.
- Install the new battery with the correct polarity.
- Battery type: CR2032.
- Wrap the key grip and the screwdriver in a cloth to prevent scratching the remote.
- Replace the battery if the indicator does not come on when a button is pressed.
Source: 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid owner's manual, PDF page 664. 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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