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Transmitter Battery : Replacement

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  1. REMOVE TRANSMITTER SUB-ASSY MODULE SET DOOR CONTROL 
    NOTE: Special caution should be taken for handling each component as they are precision electronic components.
  2. REMOVE TRANSMITTER BATTERY 
    1. Using a coin, remove the cover.
      Fig 1: Removing Transmitter Battery Cover
      G00915611Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the transmitter battery (lithium battery).
      Fig 2: Removing Transmitter Battery
      G00915612Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      NOTE:
      • Do not push the terminals with your finger.
      • Prying up the battery (lithium battery) to forcibly remove it will cause deformation of the terminals.
      • Do not touch the battery with wet hands. Water may cause unexpected rust.
      • Do not touch or move any components inside the transmitter as it may interfere with proper operation.
  3. INSTALL TRANSMITTER BATTERY 
    1. Install a new battery (lithium battery) with the positive (+) side up, as shown in Fig 3.
      Fig 3: Installing Transmitter Battery
      G00915613Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      NOTE:
      • Be sure that the positive side and the negative side of the transmitter battery are matched-up correctly.
      • Be careful not to bend the electrode of the transmitter battery insertion.
      • Be careful that dust or oil does not adhere to the transmitter case.
    2. Install the cover.
      NOTE: If the screws are loose, it may cause faulty contact between the battery (lithium battery) and the terminals.