2000 Mazda MPV DXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Transmitter Battery Replacement

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  1. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter.
    Fig 1: Prying Transmitter Cover
    G01026833Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Press the portion of the battery indicated by A and remove the battery.
  3. Install a new battery (CR2025) into the front portion of the holder with the positive pole (+) facing up. Press on the B portion of the battery to set the battery.
    Fig 2: Installing New Battery Into Front Portion Of Holder
    G01026834Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Align the front and back covers and snap the transmitter shut.

    Battery specification 

    Lithium CR2025 x 1 

    NOTE:
    • The batteries will last about 2 years  when used 10 times  a day.
Fig 3: Aligning Front & Back Transmitter Covers
G01026835Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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