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Will replacing the battery in my key fob cause problems?

I am confused over replacing a battery in the fob for a Land Rover Defender 08 plate. Some websites say it will need to be re-synced with the vehicle - some say not.

I went to Timpsons and they said it would be about £100. One company I contacted said these vehicles were notorious for fob problems and would need a whole new fob. Can you help please?

Asked on 27 April 2023 by Tina Cussans

Answered by David Ross
We believe that a key fob with a new battery won't always require resynching, but if the battery level drops too low then a manual resync is required. This procedure should be outlined in your owner's manual, but it also available online.

If you are unsure about where to go from here, we would suggest finding a local Land Rover specialist who will be able to give you a fair price for a replacement battery and also take care of any resynching if required. You can find one in the Honest John Good Garage Guide here: good-garage-guide.honestjohn.co.uk/
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