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To change the battery in the key fob for a 2017 Chevy Malibu, start by pressing the button on the bottom near the key chain to release the physical key from the fob. Next, insert the key or a screwdriver into one of the holes where the key was kept. With a little pressure, gently separate the two halves of the fob. You might need to remove a rubber layer to access the battery underneath. Replace the old battery with a new one, reassemble everything, and you're good to go.
To replace the battery in the key fob of a 2017 Chevy Malibu, you have to open the back cover by sliding it off or unscrewing it. After that, take out the old battery and insert a new CR2025 battery. Close it up and you're all set. A CR2025 battery typically costs around $5 to $6.
The key fob for the 2017 Malibu needs a 2032 3-volt coin battery. Scott L. Above provided the most accurate response.