RAM 1500 2023 Owner's Manual page 20

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18
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
 Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back
housing or the printed circuit board.
 Do not replace the coin battery if the LED on the key fob
above the top row buttons blinks when a button is
pressed. The coin battery should last a minimum of
three years with normal vehicle usage.
1.
Remove the emergency key (1) by pushing the
emergency key release button (2) on the side of the
key fob, and pulling the emergency key out with your
other hand.
Emergency Key Removal
1 — Emergency Key
2 — Emergency Key Release Button
2.
Hold the key fob with the button side facing down,
and locate the small rectangular gap on the left side
between the housing and the back cover of the key
fob. Use a small screwdriver (or similar tool) to pry
open the left side of the fob cover while applying
pressure until the cover snaps open.
3.
Next, locate the gap on the right side of the key fob,
which is positioned farther to the edge than the left
side gap. Pry open the right side, and remove the
back cover.
4.
Remove the battery by using your thumb to slide the
battery downward and back toward the key ring.
Key Fob Battery Location
NOTE:
When replacing the battery, ensure the (+) sign on the
battery is facing upward. Avoid touching the new battery
with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterio-
ration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol.
5.
Replace the battery by using your thumb to push
down and slide the battery under the small lip on the
top edge of the opening.
Key Fob Battery Replacement
6.
To assemble the key fob case, line up the top edge of
the back cover with the top of the fob, and press the
edges into the interlocking hinges until all edges snap
together with no large visual gaps.
7.
Reinsert the emergency key until it locks into place.
NOTE:
The key fob battery should only be replaced by qualified
technicians. If the battery requires replacement, see an
authorized dealer.

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