Toyota Camry (2018 year). Manual - part 114

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Vehicles without a smart key system

Remove the key cover.

To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the flathead screw-
driver with a rag.

Remove the battery cover.

If the battery cover is difficult to
remove, lift the edge to remove it.

Remove the depleted battery
using a small flathead screw-
driver.

Insert a new battery with the “+”
terminal facing up.

Wireless remote control/electronic key 

battery

Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.

You will need the following items:

Replacing the battery

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Install the battery cover with the
tab facing up.

Push the entire edge of the battery
cover into the key.

Install the key cover.

Align the key cover with the key
and then press it straight into the
key.
Make sure that the key cover is
securely installed without any gaps
between it and the key.

Operate the 

 or 

 switch and check that the doors can

be locked/unlocked.

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Vehicles with a smart key system

Release the lock and remove
the mechanical key.

Remove the key cover.

To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the flathead screw-
driver with a rag.

Remove the depleted battery
using a small flathead screw-
driver.

When removing the cover, the
electronic key module may stick to
the cover and the battery may not
be visible. In this case, remove the
electronic key module in order to
remove the battery.
Insert a new battery with the “+” terminal facing up.

When installing the key cover and mechanical key, install by con-
ducting  

and  

with 

the directions reversed.

Operate the 

 or 

 switch and check that the doors can

be locked/unlocked.

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2

3

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When replacing the key battery
Be careful not to lose the battery or any other small parts.

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Use a CR2032 lithium battery

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Batteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, local electrical appliance
shops or camera stores.

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Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manu-
facturer.

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Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.

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If the key battery is depleted 
The following symptoms may occur:

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The smart key system (if equipped) and wireless remote control will not
function properly.

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The operational range will be reduced.

WARNING

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Removed battery and other parts
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking.
Keep away from children. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.

NOTICE

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For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:

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Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.

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Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control.

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Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

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When removing the battery cover (vehicles without a smart key sys-
tem)
Do not forcibly remove the battery cover, otherwise it may be damaged.
If the battery cover is difficult to remove, lift the edge to remove it.