How to Change the Battery in Your Nissan Key Fobs
Nissan key fobs let drivers to lock and unlock their vehicles from an extended distance, as as start them up whenever they are required. Our certified technicians and experts in parts can assist you if need to buy a new Nissan smart key, or if you are having issues with your existing one.
Keyless Entry
The Nissan keyless entry system is a great feature that allows you lock and unlock your Nissan with the click of one button. This system lets you start your vehicle remotely without the need to insert a key into the ignition. However, this system is dependent on a battery in order to function. If the battery goes out then you might not be able use your keyfob. You may even find yourself locked out of your own vehicle. You should learn how to replace the battery in your Nissan's key fob as fast as possible.
To begin, switch off your vehicle and then open the door that holds the key fob. Flip the key fob upside down and look for the small release latch. After you've pulled the release latch, you can remove the cover. You will notice that the fob's key has several wires. These wires are used to communicating with the onboard computer of your vehicle. You should be able locate the wires and follow the instructions provided in your owner's guide to establish the connection. Once you've completed the connection, you'll be able to put the key fob back together.
Changing the battery in your key fob might seem like a daunting task but it's actually not as difficult as you may think. Follow these simple steps to complete this task in minutes.
Remote Start
Your key fob can do more than locking your car's doors. It can also remotely start your car, roll down the window, activate multiple drivers profiles, and more. It's important that you know how to make use of the device and replace the battery if needed.
If your Nissan does not have remote start, it might be a simple upgrade from our Service Center professionals. This will let you start your car at a distance and avoid cold winter mornings. You can add an application on your smartphone for additional convenience.
To make use of your Nissan's remote-start feature, first ensure that your Smart Key is in range. It is important to ensure that your car has been shut off and that the key isn't in the ignition. When you're ready to go to press and hold the key fob's keychain button. The car's hazard light should blink to indicate that your key fob is successfully programmed.
If you can't connect your Nissan key fob, you can try retracing the steps. You'll want to make sure that your fob hasn't gotten lost somewhere along the way. If you can't find it you can ask a trusted person to help. They might be able to locate it in a strange dark, dark spot, such as a crack between couch cushion or under the counter.
Lockout Protection
If you ever lock your key fob inside your car, a feature of the Intelligent Key system in some models will stop it from locking your trunk or car. It uses technology for location recognition to determine if the Intelligent Key is in the cabin or trunk. If the key is found and you hear an alarm, and you'll feel a vibrate on your fob to alert you that you've left it in your vehicle.
Examine if your key fob has suddenly started acting strangely. It could be blocked by something. Make sure that no wireless devices are within a few feet from the key fob. Wireless security systems, for instance could interfere with key fob's signals and cause your key fob to cease working.
You could try using an iron coat hanger made of wire or another long, thin tool to slip underneath the door or trunk to take the key fob from the car. This may take some trial and error.
After you've finished, be sure to test your Intelligent Key fob with the doors closed. Click the buttons on your Nissan Intelligent Key fob while standing a few steps away. If the lights flash and the horn sounds, you're successfully programming your Intelligent Key fob. If not, call Speck Nissan to talk to one of our staff members!
Remote Lockout
It's not uncommon for remotes for car keys to stop working for one reason or another. Fortunately, the majority of the times, it's simply an issue with the battery that you can replace it yourself. You can also reset the system by pressing the lock or unlock button several times in succession. Based on the model of your car, you may be notified that you've successfully reset the system. Additionally, some automakers provide a service that you can contact (like GM's long-running OnStar for many of 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 certain smart features that could prevent you from being locked out. For nissan juke replacement key , your car's sensor can detect that your fob is inside the trunk or cabin of your car. It will send an audio alert and an alarm to your fob, letting you be aware that it was left in the vehicle.
Some models include the physical blade of a key that can be used in the case that the fob's battery goes out of charge or goes out of control. You can unlock a hidden key on the Rogue by flipping the release button on the back. You'll need to be within the range of your Nissan vehicle to enable this feature to function. This procedure is more complex than turning on the car's key, but it can save you a lot of time and hassle.