How to Replace the Battery in a Mazda Key?

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DiMila
07/24/25 5:27pm
Method for replacing the battery in a Mazda key: First, open the key head. Inside the key slot, there is a black square. Find a suitable tool, apply slight pressure to that point, and while pressing, pull apart the upper part of the key to separate it. Once separated, remove the old battery and insert the new one to complete the process. The Mazda 5's exterior follows Mazda's consistent sporty and robust style, with a relatively elongated body. The signature flat inverted triangle grille design, combined with sharp headlights and body lines, gives a feeling akin to a galloping horse. The dimensions of this car are 4555mm in length, 1840mm in width, and 1710mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2700mm.
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VonSadie
08/11/25 9:37am
Last year, I replaced the battery in my Mazda car key, and it was quite simple. The key usually has a small slot or screw hole, and you can gently pry open the shell with a coin or a small screwdriver. Before removing the old battery, remember its model—common ones are CR2025 button batteries—so you don’t get the wrong one when buying a new one. When installing the new battery, pay attention to the positive and negative polarity; if it’s reversed, the key won’t work. After installation, press the remote buttons a few times to test the locking function—if the light turns on, it means it’s successful. If there’s no response, the contact points might be dirty; just clean them. It’s recommended to replace the battery every two years or check it when the remote range shortens. You can keep a few spare batteries in your car’s toolbox just in case. The whole process takes about five minutes and saves you a lot of money compared to going to a repair shop.
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