Try accessing the batteries by removing the input component. When you have the round battery cover off you can remove the adhesive cover (I use a small pocket knife). Just get underneath the top plastic part and pry it off. It will restick. Underneath there are a few small screws. Take those out. The entire input assembly, including the battery compartment should come out. It is connected with a cable which is easy to remove (like removing an ethernet or phone cable). From there you will have a lot easier time getting at the batteries without having to slam your guitar around.
If all else fails...and this won't help you right now...I had a problem and I called the Taylor factory and they shipped me (at no expense to me) a new input component which I replaced and it's as good as new.
Good luck!
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