2012 Ford Taurus Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 124

Locks and Security Replacing the battery The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) or intelligent access key (IA key) uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. Integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin in the slot near 1 the key ring to remove the battery cover (1). 2 Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board. 3 2. Carefully peel up the rubber gasket (2) from the transmitter if it does not come off with battery cover. 3. Remove the old battery (3). Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the instructions inside the IKT for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity. 5. Reinstall the rubber gasket and snap the battery cover back onto the key. Intelligent access key (IA key) To replace the battery: 1. Remove the backup key from the transmitter, then twist a thin coin in the slot hidden behind the backup key slot to remove the battery cover. Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals or on the back surface of the circuit board. 124 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)