In article ,
Jim Yanik . wrote:

SNIP

common household vinegar;the "acid"(leakage) left was from an -ALKALINE-
battery,not really an acid,but alkaline(base).

Rinse well and dry,don't flood the remote and get water or vinegar inside
it.Use a Q-tip,small paintbrush,or an acid brush to apply the vinegar.

Thanks...I'll try that.

Nathan

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