Replacing the Key Fob Battery

Warning: The key fobs supplied with your vehicle contain a coin/button-type battery. These batteries contain toxic and corrosive substances. Batteries are a chemical burn hazard and should never be ingested. Battery, when swallowed, can cause severe internal burns and may even lead to death.
  • Keep new and used batteries out of the reach of children.
  • If you think batteries may have been swallowed, seek immediate medical attention.
Warning: If the cover for the key fob will not close securely, stop using the key fob and keep it out of the reach of children. Contact a Lucid Service Center for a replacement key fob.
Warning: There is a risk of explosion if an incorrect battery is installed. Only install a battery that is identical to the battery specified in this manual.

The key fob battery is type CR2032 and will need occasional replacement. The vehicle alerts you with a ‘Keyfob Battery Low’ message on the Cockpit Panel.

Note:

Replace a low key fob battery as soon as possible to avoid complications with the vehicle systems.

To replace the key fob battery:

  1. Remove the battery cover.


  2. Remove the old battery.


  3. Avoid touching the flat surfaces of the new battery if possible, as fingermarks can reduce battery life.
  4. Wipe the battery clean before installation.
  5. Fit the battery with the “+” side facing upwards.
  6. Replace the battery cover.
Environmental: Used batteries must be disposed of correctly, as they contain harmful substances. Please refer to local regulations.

Dead key fob battery

Even when the key fob battery has died, it is possible to access the car. Press the door handle to lock or unlock the car, then hold the key fob against the driver's side center pillar under the camera area to perform a lock/unlock action.