Hello. I just got a new Fit Sport (it now has a big 63 miles on it!). I got 2 identical keys with it. The key is also a remote, so it obviously contains a battery. My question: since I will not be using the "spare" key, should I remove the battery? I am worried that if the key sits unused in a drawer for say 2 years, the battery may leak. On the other hand, it's easier to leave it as is. Any thoughts?

 

just flip it over or put some tape on the contacts. If you remove it you will lose it.

 

Lithium batteries have a 5-7 year shelf span i think it should be ok.

 

Had my Fit seven years next month, haven't changed key batteries yet.

 

OK, thanks for the feedback, folks. Sounds like it should be alright as is. This is the first car I've had with a remote, so it is taking some getting used to. VERY please with it so far (all 63 miles! )