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Title: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: NSman on July 18, 2008, 08:52:35 PM
Ok, Now everything is getting so expensive, here to share some knowledge to help members to save some $$, No point going to get 3rd party to do a simply DIY job like this.

Hope this is useful and i believe you will need this is time to come.

Change your Ikey Battery yourself, buy the CR2025 at any $2 shops cheap cheap. Don't goto those camera shop or duplicate key shop.

1 - you need a test pen to ply open the Ikey cover
2 - slowly place the tip of the testpen into the slot & twist open abit
3 - slowly pull open using your fingers, pull open from the side till it fully open
4 - Tata, thats easy.

Happy saving  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: NSman on July 18, 2008, 08:53:25 PM
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Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: NSman on July 18, 2008, 08:54:28 PM
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Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: NSman on July 18, 2008, 08:55:22 PM
and next
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: NSman on July 18, 2008, 08:56:29 PM
nad next next
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: NSman on July 18, 2008, 08:57:18 PM
lastly, all done
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: lyh1280 on July 19, 2008, 12:05:05 PM
Good DIY bro with nicely taken pictures, since so many members asked b4.. agree with the battery, buy from those $2/or wares neighbourhood HDB shops, cheap2 at $2 only nia.. no nd to buy fr watch or electronic shops which cost $6 or $8 usually..

Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: Silver on July 19, 2008, 12:09:19 PM
lastly, all done

one kopi tarik for you for sharing this tip
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: zzzz on July 19, 2008, 12:34:35 PM
Good effort !!
tumb up for your sharing...

I always support DIY....
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: SoL on July 19, 2008, 12:44:07 PM
Maybe can sticky this, cause got pics quite useful.
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: sam on July 19, 2008, 12:58:04 PM
Give that Man... 2 TIGERS !!!

2 thumbs up.

uncle sam
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: wave on July 19, 2008, 02:05:59 PM
ya.. can make this as sticky or not?

think my battery also getting weak lo....
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: NSman on July 19, 2008, 02:44:36 PM
Hi Members, you can click on the pic & save it into your PC incase this thread is lost or deleted after months. Since i have writen instruction on the pic, "you can see the pic, do the job" 看圖作業。
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: iagree on July 19, 2008, 03:24:04 PM
Hi Members, you can click on the pic & save it into your PC incase this thread is lost or deleted after months. Since i have writen instruction on the pic, "you can see the pic, do the job" 看圖作業。

Hi NSman,

As I said earlier, you are 'the man'. The first day I see you, i know you are either a tiger or dragon. :)

Well done, tis is one of the best sharing I hv seen! (Mths ago, there was another picture showing where is the reservoir or something like that... the watertank for windscreen...?) Many Thanks!

Regards,
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: NSman on July 19, 2008, 04:32:40 PM
(https://www.sgnissan.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysmilie.de%2Fenglish%2Fgreen%2Fsmilies%2Fbig%2Fimg%2F017.gif&hash=3021d5e74821ec851c64eae3210da7a14d277416)
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: clarence on July 19, 2008, 04:33:56 PM
Thank you NSman.

This is one of the best piece of information in this forum  ;D
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: NSman on July 19, 2008, 04:46:53 PM
SideInfo: I took these pictures in my office during office hours, suay suay my boss come to me and ask me why I dismental my I-key & take pictures.....(https://www.sgnissan.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysmilie.de%2Fsmilies%2Fbig%2Fimg%2F025.gif&hash=a0aafd05af0d7c1d7f4b41ecb1184d6370eee607)

He never scold me, you know why??

coz he drove a Latio too, and i help him changed his I-key Battery before (https://www.sgnissan.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysmilie.de%2Fenglish%2Fgreen%2Fsmilies%2Fbig%2Fimg%2F008.gif&hash=325d3a5e736b521956fbf9e93561d35b62915c5a)
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: RR on July 19, 2008, 05:05:10 PM
SideInfo: I took these pictures in my office during office hours, suay suay my boss come to me and ask me why I dismental my I-key & take pictures.....(https://www.sgnissan.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysmilie.de%2Fsmilies%2Fbig%2Fimg%2F025.gif&hash=a0aafd05af0d7c1d7f4b41ecb1184d6370eee607)

He never scold me, you know why??

coz he drove a Latio too, and i help him changed his I-key Battery before (https://www.sgnissan.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysmilie.de%2Fenglish%2Fgreen%2Fsmilies%2Fbig%2Fimg%2F008.gif&hash=325d3a5e736b521956fbf9e93561d35b62915c5a)

wahhh bro ....sounds like u in good book leh  :thumbsup:

thanks for sharing, my i-key batt abit low liaoz...sometime sensor cannot sense it,
good and helpful guide... thanks :first: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: bluesmurf on August 22, 2008, 01:01:30 PM
This should go into sticky man, really damn easy to follow thru and i manage to change my without any problem! Thx man! Give that man a "Lau Haw"! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: zzzz on August 22, 2008, 01:41:44 PM
lastly, all done

when i relook at the assembly...
the design  engineers had put a lot of though on the assembly , properly design for assmbly,
4 parts compoments all using snap fit.

No screws and nut involved...
just for though
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: stdfrank on August 02, 2009, 08:48:46 PM
I just followed the steps to replace my ikey battary, bought from HDB shop at $2, Maxell brand (stock one is Sony), works good for me now.
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: leolooi on August 04, 2009, 10:45:49 AM
yeah man its a very useful thread....just follow and had it replace in mins~!!.... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: Jazz on August 04, 2009, 01:55:18 PM
Yep, very useful information as I changed recently too, funny the original battery quite short life.
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: Novellus Legends on August 17, 2009, 09:19:07 PM
1 more up to the thread starter for a great contribution :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: NSman on August 17, 2009, 09:40:13 PM
1 more up to the thread starter for a great contribution :thumbsup:

Thank you, hope everyone will benefit from it
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: whattafarck on August 20, 2009, 03:24:33 PM
hehehehe...
this is like the best tip i've read here by far!
excellent step-by-step D.I.Y. ...pictures included...!
no need for those YouTube like presentations..but got..oso good !...hheeheeeh...
i think we need more of these kinda excellent D.I.Y. sharing tips in here...
Ups for you lah!...
wooHooHuu!
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: expresso on September 22, 2009, 12:14:20 PM
Cool!!    :thumbsup:

This is the greatest tips for us during this economic recession!
savings for all Lation members

Cheers!
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: DarthRevan on September 25, 2009, 05:50:46 PM
Thanks to NSman for posting this useful info! I've just changed my own battery yesterday, cheers!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: MadMatty on October 04, 2009, 11:44:35 AM
How long does the battery last before it is time to change? Mine is already about 14 months but before that don't know how long they have inserted the battery. Btw anyone here ever faced the problem where your remote is on you but yet the car system is unable to sense it presence especially when you are trying to crank the engine (meaning I cannot turn the ignition and the key symbol is flashing)? Happened to me quite a number of times. Ask the SA to check and they say no problems found.
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: DarthRevan on October 05, 2009, 05:20:58 PM
For me, I drive frequently & use the i-key very often, so the battery only last 12 months for me.

Same problem as you when I crank my engine, so I decide to change the battery. The problem went away after that.
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: MadMatty on October 09, 2009, 08:02:23 PM
Hmm then maybe indication that it is time for me to change the battery...
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: Jo_Lee on November 06, 2009, 03:29:18 PM
my i-key is 23 mths old and are showing "symptoms" to get batt changed...like i-key icon keep flashing but still can start engine..
was unable to unlock my car a few times when the i-key is too cold...hv to warm it with my palms b4 it unlock my car...
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: DarthRevan on November 07, 2009, 06:32:24 PM
The replacement battery is very affordable only $3, should change asap.
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: Silver on November 07, 2009, 09:19:00 PM
just changed on 4 Nov 09 - car is 17 months old

cost of CR2025 battery is $1.20 from neighbourhood shop
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: apoca on November 08, 2009, 11:56:11 AM
damm.. i was charge $4 for the battry.. anutie say additional $1 if she help me change..
will never go bck to tat shop again..
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: foofam77 on November 14, 2009, 09:35:56 PM
if i ask TCM to change for me, how much would it cost?
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: Silver on November 14, 2009, 09:55:09 PM
SGD10.00
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: maxngck on November 14, 2009, 10:50:28 PM
if i ask TCM to change for me, how much would it cost?

just change urself la. less than 5mins job. very easy onli  ;D
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: foofam77 on November 15, 2009, 08:55:24 AM
just wondering..as i do not have a test pen, would using another sharp object such as pen knife work?
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: nakshire on November 15, 2009, 10:07:12 AM
just wondering..as i do not have a test pen, would using another sharp object such as pen knife work?

test pen can be bought in sim lim square level 3, those battery shops. Sold at $2 a piece, very useful for a lot of gadgets.

Don't try to use pen-knife or other sharp objects, because it will definitely scratch your car since u are using force to pry open the thing.

The reason for using test pen is because it is made of silicon, and is gentle to surfaces.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: foofam77 on November 16, 2009, 12:13:09 AM
just change urself la. less than 5mins job. very easy onli  ;D

no test pen but tried using some sharp objects to pry open the case...

wow must say very difficult to pry open...think must use some considerable strength to pry open...

worry that the sharp object may accidentally damage the internal circuit board..hence didnt force further...

 :mad:
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: maxngck on November 16, 2009, 09:43:52 PM
no test pen but tried using some sharp objects to pry open the case...

wow must say very difficult to pry open...think must use some considerable strength to pry open...

worry that the sharp object may accidentally damage the internal circuit board..hence didnt force further...

 :mad:

hi!

at first i tot hv to use test pen. but actually finger nail can pry open liao  ;D. just hv to b careful then it can be open easily
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: Jo_Lee on November 17, 2009, 02:12:44 PM
hi!

at first i tot hv to use test pen. but actually finger nail can pry open liao  ;D. just hv to b careful then it can be open easily

wah...yr fingernails must be very strong...i dare not risk breaking my nails  :bleh:
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: maxngck on November 19, 2009, 11:46:26 AM
wah...yr fingernails must be very strong...i dare not risk breaking my nails  :bleh:

actually just need a small gap which ur nail can go in, then u can pry it open liao. simple  ;D
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: Grandmaster on November 29, 2009, 03:52:07 PM
Thanks! Manage to change the battery. Hope to have more of these Knowledge Sharing Info. Maybe can have a "room" solely for knowledge sharing and DIY tips.

P.S: Just tried to replace my rear back lamp on my own. Manage to unscrew the nut. But can't pull the cover out. Maybe can have a picture on how to DIY like the I-key battery replacement.
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: walse on August 25, 2010, 05:45:46 PM
Anyone knows where to get the replacement keyshell?
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: Steffan on September 21, 2010, 11:47:14 AM
Great posting and effort for your thread. I am new member here, happy to find all these useful informations for latio owners. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: Binboy on October 28, 2010, 07:42:02 AM
Yes, where to get the keyshell? as i sort of cut the plastic while trying to open it.... :(

Great posting and effort for your thread. I am new member here, happy to find all these useful informations for latio owners. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Knowledge Sharing: How to Change your I-key Battery
Post by: quirky on June 26, 2011, 10:02:49 PM
Thanks for the advice.  :smile:

Couldn't get the test pen you mentioned, so I wrapped some tape around the tip of a screwdriver, and opened the ikey shell.
My original Sony battery lasted for 2.5 years!