mikejkay Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 How long might one reasonably expect a key fob battery to last? I ask because mine is showing signs of failing and it's only 13 months old (from delivery). Previous key fob batteries have lasted for years. In fact I've never had one expire. I'm concerned because I'm about to go off on a long trip. P.S. Are they easy to replace? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbo Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 I always carry a spare battery (mine takes 2). Best to find out how to replace it before you go away. It will also give you the chance to check the voltage of the existing one. Ex boy scout - BE PREPARED !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Len Salisbury Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 My key fob battery for the Peugeot Boxer remote is quite easy to replace, you just need a small screwdriver. My battery code is 2032 and can be obtained from Tesco 2x for £4, but if you buy one from main dealer it will cost an arm and a leg for the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muswell Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 Len Salisbury - 2017-04-25 12:36 PM My key fob battery for the Peugeot Boxer remote is quite easy to replace, you just need a small screwdriver. My battery code is 2032 and can be obtained from Tesco 2x for £4, but if you buy one from main dealer it will cost an arm and a leg for the same. My Golf has the same code. I changed it after 6 years but it turned out that the battery was still OK and the problem was electrosmog, so something's wrong if you've only had it 13 months. I found that our chemist stocks them for hearing aids, £2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keithl Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 CR2032 are 4 for £2.99 from Screwfix... http://www.screwfix.com/p/lithium-coin-cell-batteries-li2032-pack-of-4/2478k Keith. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keninpalamos Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 Muswell - 2017-04-25 1:13 PM Len Salisbury - 2017-04-25 12:36 PM My key fob battery for the Peugeot Boxer remote is quite easy to replace, you just need a small screwdriver. My battery code is 2032 and can be obtained from Tesco 2x for £4, but if you buy one from main dealer it will cost an arm and a leg for the same. My Golf has the same code. I changed it after 6 years but it turned out that the battery was still OK and the problem was electrosmog, so something's wrong if you've only had it 13 months. I found that our chemist stocks them for hearing aids, £2.. Pardon (lol) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikejkay Posted April 25, 2017 Author Share Posted April 25, 2017 What is electrosmog? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brambles Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 mikejkay - 2017-04-25 7:47 PM What is electrosmog? Its all the electromagnetic radiation around us caused by numerous phones, wireless appliances, mains electricity, radio transmitters, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith T Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 It may also be the source/manufacturer of the battery is 'cheap'....I know with AA/AAA batteries you can buy them from £-shops or markets and they are nowhere near as good as the 'genuine' ones... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muswell Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 Brambles - 2017-04-25 8:19 PM mikejkay - 2017-04-25 7:47 PM What is electrosmog? Its all the electromagnetic radiation around us caused by numerous phones, wireless appliances, mains electricity, radio transmitters, etc. We, and neighbours, had a problem with our key fobs and sometimes had to stand next to the engine to open our cars. Then I had an LPG delivery and it couldn't discharge because all gas tankers have remote controls for safety reasons. I got in touch with OFCOM and then sent someone who found that a neighbour had a faulty TV signal booster. When I first spoke to OFCOM they went through a list of devices they wanted me to check, such as wireless doorbell, wireless heating controls and so on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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