How to Replace the Key Fob Battery in a Volvo XC90 Twin Engine

Steps from the 2018 Volvo XC90 Twin Engine owner's manual (Remote key (not the Key Tag, whose battery cannot be replaced)).

Hold the remote key with the front side (Volvo logo) facing up and move the button on the key ring section to the right.
Slide the front cover slightly upward so it loosens, then remove it from the key.
Turn the key over and move the button to the side.
Slide the rear cover slightly upward so it loosens, then remove it from the key.

Replace the battery when the message Vehicle key bat. low See Owner's manual appears or the locks stop responding.
The Key Tag battery cannot be replaced; order a new key from an authorized Volvo workshop.
The pages shown end at removing the covers and do not describe removing or installing the battery itself.

Source: 2018 Volvo XC90 Twin Engine owner's manual, PDF pages 246, 247. 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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