How to Change the Battery in Your Nissan Key Fobs
Nissan key fobs let motorists to lock and unlock their vehicles from far away, as well as start them up whenever they are required. Our trained technicians and experts on parts will assist you if need to buy a new Nissan smart key or are experiencing issues with your current key.
Keyless Entry
The Nissan keyless entry system is an excellent feature that lets you lock and unlock your Nissan by pressing a button. The system can also allow you to start your car from a distance without the need to insert keys into the ignition. However, this system relies on a battery to function. If the battery dies or is damaged, you may not be able use your keyfob. It is possible that you will be locked out of your vehicle. You must learn how to replace the battery on your Nissan's key fob as swiftly as possible.
To begin, switch off your vehicle and open the door where you keep the key fob. Flip the key fob upside down and look for the small release latch. Once you've pressed the latch release, you can remove the cover. You'll see that the key fob contains many wires. These wires are used to communicate with the onboard computer of your vehicle. You should be able to identify the wires you need and follow the instructions in the owner's guide to connect them. After you've completed the connection the key fob will be put back together.
Switching the battery on your key fob might seem like a daunting job but it's actually not as difficult as you think. Follow these simple steps to complete this task within minutes.
Remote Start
Your key fob can do much more than just locking your car's doors. It can also remotely start your car, open the windows, activate multiple driver profiles, and more. It's important that you know how to use the device and replace the battery if needed.
If your Nissan does not have remote start, it might be an easy upgrade with our Service Center professionals. This will give you the ability to start your car from afar and keep warm in the winter. You can also install an app on your smartphone for added convenience.
To use the remote starter on your Nissan make sure your Smart Key is within range. You'll also want to ensure that your car is turned off and the key isn't in the ignition. Once you're done to press and hold the key fob's keychain button. You'll notice the car's light flashing to indicate that your key fob has been successfully programmed and linked to your Nissan.
If you're not able to connect your Nissan key fob, retrace the steps. It is important to confirm that your key fob isn't lost during the journey. If you're not able to locate it, ask a trusted friend to help. They may be able to find it in a dark and unassuming spot, such as cracks in the couch cushions or under the counter.
Lockout Protection
If you ever put your key fob in your car, a feature of the Intelligent Key system in some models will prevent it from locking your car or trunk. It uses a technology called location recognition to detect when the Intelligent Key is in the trunk or cabin. If the key is found by the system, you'll hear an alarm and receive a vibration on your fob to inform you that you've accidentally hid it in the vehicle.
If your key fob starts being agitated all of sudden, look to see whether it is blocked by anything that could interfere with its signal. Make sure that no wireless devices are located within a few yards of the key fob. Wireless security systems, like, can interfere with the key fob's signals and cause your key fob's functionality to cease.
You could try using a coat hanger with wire or a different, long tool that you can slip under the trunk or door to get the key fob from the car. It may take some trial-and-error to find the key fob.
Once you're done, be sure to test your Intelligent Key fob with the doors closed. Make sure you press the buttons on your Nissan Intelligent Key fob while standing several steps away. If the lights flash and the horn sound beeps, you're successfully programming your Intelligent Key fob. If not, contact Speck Nissan and speak to a member our team.
Remote Lockout
It's not uncommon for remotes for car keys to stop working for one reason or another. Fortunately, most of the times, it's simply a dead battery that you can replace it yourself. You can also try to reset the system by pressing the lock or unlock button several times in succession. Depending on the model of your vehicle, you may hear a chime signal when you've successfully reset the system. There are also automakers that offer a service you can call (like GM's long-running OnStar for its vehicles and Mercedes-Benz's Mbrace or Hyundai Blue Link) which will send a technician to help you out.
Nissan Intelligent Key Fobs have some clever features that will keep you from being locked out. Sensors inside your car will detect whether the fob is inside your car's cabin or trunk. It will send a sound and an audio signal to your fob, so you know that it was left inside the car.
duplicate nissan car key have a physical key blade which you can use if the battery on your fob goes out or something else goes wrong. You can unlock a secret key on the Rogue by turning the release button on the back. It is necessary to be within the range of your Nissan vehicle to enable this feature to function. This method is more complicated than turning on the ignition, but it will make your life easier and less stressful.