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How To Replace 2018 Chevrolet Spark Key Battery

If the battery in the key to your 2018 Chevrolet Spark dies, you can change the battery yourself in a few simple steps. The following instructions explain how to safely change the battery in the Chevy Spark key or key fob. Note that the steps to change the key battery vary for 1LT and 2LT models, since the models have different kinds of keys.

Before attempting to change the battery in the key for your vehicle, please observe the following precautions:

  • When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter.
  • Static from your body could damage the transmitter.
  • The battery is not rechargeable.

These instructions are provided purely for informational purposes. GM Authority shall not be held responsible for any potential damages to your vehicle, yourself, or others as result of these instructions.

2018 Chevrolet Spark 1LT: Step-By-Step Key Battery Replacement Instructions

The 2018 Chevrolet Spark 1LT has a remote keyless entry transmitter with a flip-out key.

2018 Chevrolet Spark 1LT key fob

2018 Chevrolet Spark 1LT key fob

  1. Obtain a CR2032 or equivalent replacement battery.
  2. Press the button on the transmitter to extend the key.
  3. Remove the battery cover by prying it with a finger.
  4. Remove the battery by pushing on the battery and sliding it toward the key blade.
  5. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up. Push the battery down until it is held in place.
    • Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
  6. Snap the battery cover back on to the transmitter.
How to open 2018 Chevrolet Spark 1LT key for battery replacement

Remove the battery cover by prying it with a finger.


2018 Chevrolet Spark 2LT: Step-By-Step Key Battery Replacement Instructions

The 2018 Chevrolet Spark 2LT has a remote keyless entry transmitter with keyless access.

2018 Chevrolet Spark 2LT key fob

2018 Chevrolet Spark 2LT key fob

GM suggests owners replace the battery in the key fob (transmitter) soon if the vehicle displays the ‘REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY’ message in the Driver Information Center (DIC).

  1. Obtain a CR2032 or equivalent replacement battery.
  2. Insert a flat, thin object in the center of the transmitter to separate and remove the back cover.
  3. Lift the battery with a flat object.
  4. Remove the battery.
  5. Insert the new battery, positive side toward the back cover.
    • Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
  6. Push the transmitter together.
How to open 2018 Chevrolet Spark 2LT key for battery replacement

Insert a flat, thin object in the center of the transmitter to separate and remove the back cover.


Questions?

If you followed these instructions and have further questions, head on over to ask them in our Chevrolet forum.


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