2016 Ford F-150 key fob battery

Correct battery depends on your key type
CR2025 ×2
Intelligent Access transmitter (two batteries) — Opened by sliding a release on the back of the remote and pivoting the cover off.
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CR2032
Integrated keyhead transmitter (key with remote buttons) — The key blade is released by pressing a button on the key.
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Applies to: United States, Canada

This model year has 2 key types with different batteries. Check which key you have before buying — the details for each are below.

Integrated keyhead transmitter (key with remote buttons): CR2032

Verified from official source
Battery
CR2032
Quantity
1
Polarity
Install a new battery with the + facing up.
Markets
United States, Canada

How to tell if you have this key

  • The key blade is released by pressing a button on the key.

Replacement steps (summarised from the manual)

  1. Press the button to release the key blade.
  2. Insert a screwdriver in the position Ford shows and gently push the clip.
  3. Press the clip down to release the battery cover, then carefully remove the cover.
  4. Insert a screwdriver to release the battery without touching the battery contacts or the circuit board, then remove the battery.
  5. Install the new battery with the + facing up.
  6. Replace the battery cover. Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals or the back of the circuit board.

Key programming: Not stated in the official source.

Official source
2016 Ford F-150 Owner's Manual — Ford Motor Company (www.fordservicecontent.com)
2016 model year; F-150 (TFC), edition date 11/2015, third printing; pp. 54–55 (Keys and Remote Controls › Integrated Keyhead Transmitter). Market coverage: United States, Canada. Checked 2026-10-18.
“The remote control uses one coin-type three-volt lithium battery CR2032”

Intelligent Access transmitter (two batteries): CR2025

Verified from official source
Battery
CR2025
Quantity
2
Polarity
Install new batteries with the + facing each other.
Markets
United States, Canada

How to tell if you have this key

  • Opened by sliding a release on the back of the remote and pivoting the cover off.
  • It holds two batteries, separated by a label.

Replacement steps (summarised from the manual)

  1. Slide the release on the back of the remote control and pivot the cover off.
  2. Insert a coin into the slot and twist to separate the housing.
  3. Remove both batteries.
  4. Install the two new batteries with the + sides facing each other, and replace the label that sits between them.
  5. Reinstall the housing and cover.

Key programming: Not stated in the official source.

This remote takes two CR2025 batteries stacked with a label between them. Buy two.

Official source
2016 Ford F-150 Owner's Manual — Ford Motor Company (www.fordservicecontent.com)
2016 model year; F-150 (TFC), edition date 11/2015, third printing; p. 55 (Keys and Remote Controls › Intelligent Access Transmitter). Market coverage: United States, Canada. Checked 2026-10-18.
“The remote control uses two coin-type three-volt lithium batteries CR2025”

Battery safety

  • Keep coin batteries away from children. A swallowed coin cell can cause severe internal burns within hours. If you think a battery has been swallowed or placed in the body, get medical help immediately.
  • If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the key and keep it away from children.
  • Hold the new battery by its edges and avoid touching the circuit board or contacts.
  • Replace only with the same type, and recycle the old battery according to local rules.

If the key still doesn't work

  • Check the battery orientation and that the cover is fully closed.
  • Make sure the new battery is the exact code listed above — similar sizes are not interchangeable.
  • If the buttons still do not work, contact a franchised dealer. We do not cover key programming or security systems.

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