2013–2017 9th generation
2013–2017 Honda Accord Key Fob Battery Type and Replacement
The 2013–2017 Honda Accord key fob takes a CR2032 (smart key and remote-head key) coin cell. How to open the fob without breaking it, and which substitutions actually work.
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The 2013–2017 Honda Accord key fob takes a CR2032 (smart key and remote-head key) coin-cell battery, available at any pharmacy, hardware store, or online for a few dollars.
Replacing the 2013–2017 Honda Accord key fob battery
- Pry the fob open gently at the seam with a small flathead screwdriver or a coin, working around the edge. Many fobs have a hidden release slot near the key ring or emergency-key blade.
- Note the battery orientation (usually positive side up) before removing the old cell.
- Avoid touching the new battery's faces with bare fingers; skin oils can shorten its life.
- If the fob doesn't work after replacement, check that the battery is seated fully and the contacts weren't bent. Most vehicles do not need re-pairing after a battery change.
Which Honda Accord model years does this cover?
These key fob battery specifications apply to every Honda Accord built from 2013 through 2017 — the 9th generation, mid-size sedan and coupe. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.
What changed during the 2013–2017 Honda Accord
- 2013Generation launch; Earth Dreams engines, CVT replaces the old 5AT on 4-cylinders
- 2014Accord Hybrid (196 hp i-MMD) and Accord Plug-In launch; Plug-In sold in limited states for 2014 only
- 2016–2017Facelift: new fascias, Honda Sensing widely available, Sport/Touring move to 19-in wheels, electronic parking brake, LED headlights on upper trims. Hybrid skips 2016, returns for 2017 at 212 hp (built in Japan)
2013–2017 Honda Accord key fob battery: common questions
What battery does the 2013–2017 Honda Accord key fob take?
- A single CR2032 (smart key and remote-head key) coin cell.
Can you use a CR2032 instead of a CR2025 in a 2013–2017 Honda Accord key fob?
- This fob takes a CR2032 (smart key and remote-head key), so start there. The two cells share a 20 mm diameter but differ in thickness, and the thicker one does not always seat in a housing built for the thinner.
How do you open a 2013–2017 Honda Accord key fob?
- Slide out the mechanical emergency key first, which usually releases a catch, then part the halves with a plastic pry tool or a coin wrapped in tape. A screwdriver will mark the case and can crack the seam.
Sources
- AutoZone fitment, 2015 Accord Group 51R battery
- Goodyear fitment, 2013 Accord tire sizes by trim
- AMSOIL lookup, 2013 Accord 2.4L K24W1 oil capacity
- AMSOIL lookup, 2013 Accord 3.5L J35Y1 oil capacity
- CarComplaints, 2014 Accord TSB index (CVT judder A17-017, starter A16-002, VTC, EPS A15-056)
- CarComplaints, Accord/Crosstour starter motor lawsuit (TSB A16-002)
- Honda parts catalog, 17220-5A2-A00 air filter (2.4L)
- Honda parts, spark plug 12290-R71-L01 (NGK DILZKR7A11G)
- Oil filter cross-reference, Honda 15400-PLM-A02 equivalents