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GM Key Fob Plastic Housing Replacement

Introduction

This purpose of this guide is to provide clear instructions for replacing the plastic housing for a GM Key Fob. Replacing just the housing, instead of the entire Fob, can save the individual a significant amount of money in addition to reducing environmental and electrical waste.

What you need

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    • Pry apart the key ring to remove it from the old housing.

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    • Once you have removed the key ring, use it to open the housing by wedging it into the groove, as pictured.

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    • Remove the electrical board and rubber key pad from the old housing.

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    • Remove the electrical board from the rubber key pad.

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    • If necessary, remove the battery from the electrical board and replace it.

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    • After Opening the new Key Fob package, select the correct housing as more than one model is included.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, simply follow these disassembly instructions in reverse order.

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