new member Lexus is 250 2006 key fob battery

[Drrich]

Goodmorning, I tried getting into my car yesterday but the key won’t open the car. I use the alternative manual method to open the car and I got in but the car won’t start since the key fob Battery seems dead..can I go to the retail store to get a new Battery and change it myself? Would this cause any issue with the key configuration or do I need to take it to the auto electrician to scan and change it for me?

[LenT]

The Battery should be a standard CR2032.

I hesitate to say it, but your Manual has full instructions for replacing it - if you have one.

But basically, pull out the mechanical key from the holder by pulling it while pressing the release button on the side of the fob.

Using a small-bladed screwdriver, insert the blade and gently lever the case open.  Replace the Battery, ensuring you’ve kept the correct polarity on top, and click the case back together.

Finally, slot the mechanical key back in place.  Lexus recommends that you wrap the screwdriver tip in tape to protect the case - but I doubt that anyone ever does!

It’s one of the simpler DIY jobs on a Lexus - they get more challenging from then on.  😊

[steve2006]

Hopefully this will help, most car accessory shops will sell the batteries or places like B & M.

Even with a depleted Battery the car should start if the fob is placed near the start button when pushing it.

Finally welcome to the LOC 😀