Panasonic
VL2020 Battery for BMW Car Diamond Key Fob E46 E39 E38 3 5 7 series
PRODUCT
INFORMATION - *NOTE - This is the same Panasonic Type of battery
that BMW use WITH THE EXCEPTION THAT THE PCB LEG MOUNTS ARE SLIGHTLY
DIFFERENT AND WILL REQUIRE MINOR MODIFICATION - these are 180 degrees
as per the photo - please check yours (BMW have these made as a
custom part by Panasonic with slightly different leg mounts) you
cannot buy these but there are many guides on the internet showing
how to change these batteries - you will need to solder the batteries
in, this is not difficult but please ensure you are able to do this
or have access to someone who can do it for you.
This
fits Most BMW 3, 5, 7 and E46 series (check it requires the battery
with pins and not the CR2032). You Cannot buy the original BMW
battery, as it was a custom part from Panasonic and so BMW charge
£200+ for a new key fob - this is the closest battery you can buy -
you will need to change the metal tabs, however it is an easy job and
the instructions are readily available on the internet
Note
this also fits Ford Transit Custom Van and many other cars, you will
have to be able to solder the item in, it does require soldering so
make sure you are able to do this or have someone do it for you
Product
Information
Specification:
Battery
Rechargeable Lithium VL2020
Battery
Capacity: 20mAh
Battery
Size Code: 2020
Battery
Legs 180 Degrees
Battery
Capacity: 20mAh
Battery
Normal Voltage: 3V
Size:
20.01*2.24(mm)
Brand
new Genuine Panasonic
Rechargeable
Battery VL2020
This
is a replacement battery for the following Key fobs
BMW
E39 and E46 keys (Commonly Known as Diamond Keys).
BMW
E90/91/92/93 as well as many BMW key fobs from the early 2000's
The
keys Recharge (using induction) when in the ignition but as with any
rechargeable battery they are only good for about 1000 charges.
The
keys are sealed and will Normally cost between £125 - £200 to
purchase from BMW,
But with this battery you can simply replace
the battery yourself. (There are many guides on how to do this on the Internet).
This is
the same Panasonic VL2020 batteries used by Panasonic the only
difference is with the PCB leg mounts.
BMW had a different shape
PCB leg mount put on the their batteries (which you can't buy) but
this just requires a little modification.
If
you do not have the correct equipment we would advise you to take it
to any local garage or Auto Electrician who should be able to do this
for you.
