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How To Replace A Jeep Cherokee Key Fob Remote Battery 1999, 2000, and 2001

Posted by Keyless Entry Remote on Jan 23rd 2015

This video will show you how to replace the battery in a 1999, 2000, and 2001 Jeep Cherokee Key Fob .  These remotes can be tricky to open sometimes and we don't want you to break the remote or your fingers!  Let us show you how to replace the battery in this key fob remote. Simply watch the video below and if you need a replacement remote or if you need a key fob battery we supplied the links to purchase either or both below!


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If your car key is no longer open doors properly, the cell battery more likely needs to be replaced. It's not difficult to change the battery in your keyless entry remote with our ultimate guide. Everything you need is explained below.

What type battery does 2000 Jeep Cherokee key fob take

Before you start to disassembly remote key fob check all that you need: 2xCR2016 batteries and flat head screwdriver.
  • 2xCR2016 batteries
  • flat head screwdriver

Simple steps to change the battery in your Cherokee's key fob

A small coin battery installed in the your key fob. Accurately try to open your fob with pry tools. Remove two CR2016 batteries with flat head screwdriver.

Now it's time to install new batteries inside keyless entry fob's shell. Every battery has a negative and positive side and if you put the wrong connector down, the current cannot go into your circuit board and make it work. Check position on battery, by "+" mark.

Before assembling keyless entry fob's case, verify that everything working fine by testing buttons on circuit board.

At this point squeeze fob’s back cover together. Line your body two halves together and put it together by hands from top to bottom. Inspect your fob shell for gaps. If it is not firmly closed try to repeat last step.

Key Fob Battery Replacement 2000 Jeep Cherokee Video

How To Replace a Jeep Grand Cherokee Key Fob Battery 1999 - 2004 FCCID: GQ43VT9T

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FAQ

What kind of battery does a 2000 Jeep Cherokee key fob require?

Key fob of Jeep Cherokee use 2xCR2016 batteries. Price for CR2016 batteries are under $4 build upon the size packaging, brand and type you buy. You can take old battery to the store, to be sure.

Does a remote key fob have to be reprogrammed after replacing the battery?

Usually, after key battery change, you do not need to reprogram. Key fob reprogramming procedure often described in user's manual of your vehicle.

Is it difficult to change battery in remote key fob yourself?

Yes, you can change battery in your 2000 Jeep Cherokee key fob yourself. Most hard part is to open keyless entry fob's case. It's pretty simple with our instruction.

How much does it cost to change a fob’s battery?

The cost to change the battery in key fob is in range from $30 to as high as $500 depending on the make and the service station.

How regularly should key fob batteries be replaced?

Keyless entry remote batteries in Jeep Cherokee should be replaced once in 4 years, but this will differ based on frequency of use and quality. If your key fob decreased signal strength, you should change batteries before it stop working and make trouble for you.

How do you realize if your keyless entry remote needs a battery replacement?

If your car key fob buttons not working, has low key battery indicator on dashboard, need multiple clicks to unlock or lock doors or fob's battery more than 4 years old, in most cases battery replace inside key fob required. Installed battery is discharged with a high probability, but if it's not fix, key fob change or repair needed.

If your auto key is not open doors perfectly, the battery most likely must to be changed. In this post, we described how to open your keyless entry remote and change your Jeep key battery.

What size battery does 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee keyless entry remote take

Prior to open remote key fob check all that you need: flat head screwdriver and 2xCR2016 batteries.
  • 2xCR2016 batteries
  • flat head screwdriver

Simple steps to change the battery in your Grand Cherokee's key fob

Inside of your keyless entry remote installed tiny coin battery. Carefully try to pry apart your key fob with pry tools. Change CR2016 batteries with flat head screwdriver.

Get new batteries and install it in fob’s case. Every battery has a negative and positive side and if you put the wrong connector down, the current cannot go into your circuit board and make it work. Check position on battery, by "+" mark.

Before assembling keyless entry fob's case, verify that all working properly by testing buttons on circuit board.

At this point squeeze keyless entry fob's back cover together. Line your body pieces together and put it together by hands from top to bottom. If your key body firmly closed, we done. If not, repeat the last step.

Video of key fob disassembly

How To Replace a Jeep Grand Cherokee Key Fob Battery 1999 - 2004 FCCID: GQ43VT9T

Still not working? Buy new one

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of battery does a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee remote key fob take?

Remote key fob of Jeep Grand Cherokee use 2xCR2016 batteries. Price for CR2016 batteries are under $4-6 build upon the size packaging, brand and type you buy. You can take old battery to the store, to find a proper replacement.

Do I have to reprogram my keyless entry remote after battery replacement?

Key fob in most of cases reprogramming not needed after battery change. If your remote key fob not working, recheck new battery voltage. If it is not help, read user's manual or contact local dealer.

Can I change keyless entry remote battery in my car myself?

Replacing your key fob battery is simple to do in 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Most of car manufacturers think of the customers and make a special hole for key fob disassembly.

Is it better to go to dealer for change a fob’s battery?

Car service cost for replace the battery in key fob is from $30 to as high as $500 depending on the make.

How regularly should keyless entry remote batteries be changed?

You should replace batteries inside keyless entry remote of Jeep Grand Cherokee at least every three or four years. The term of battery differ on frequency of use, quality and operating conditions.

How do you know if your keyless entry remote needs a battery replacement?

If your auto fob's battery more than 4 years old, need multiple clicks to unlock or lock doors, signal strength reduced or has low key battery indicator on dashboard, it's probably battery change in remote key fob needed. Current battery is weak or dead with a high probability, but if it's not help, remote key fob change or repair required.

What kind of battery does a Jeep Grand Cherokee key fob take?

Insert the new CR2032 battery, making sure the negative side is down. Put the circuit board into the keypad, then put the keypad into the key. Finally, snap the two key fob halves together.

What size battery fits my key fob?

Most car keys take CR2032 and CR2025 3-Volt batteries, but that doesn't mean they fit every key fob. Different cars take different batteries. You can find the exact type in the owner's manual. If the owner's manual is not handy, you can always check your current key fob.