How to Change the Battery in Your Nissan Key Fobs
Nissan key fobs allow owners to lock their cars and open them from a distance. They also allow you to start the car whenever needed. If you're in the market for a new key fob or have trouble with your existing Nissan smart key, trust our certified experts on parts and technicians to help.
Keyless Entry
Keyless entry is an excellent feature that allows you to lock and unlock your Nissan vehicle at the touch of one button. This feature allows you to start your vehicle without the need to insert a key into the ignition. However, the system relies on a battery to function. When the battery is dead, it can leave you unable to use your key fob. You may even find yourself locked out of your own vehicle. You must know how to replace the battery on your Nissan's key fob as swiftly as possible.
Begin by shutting off your vehicle. Then open the door to the compartment in which you store the keyfob. Flip the key fob over and look for the small release latch. After you've pressed the latch to release and removed the cover, you can open the cover. You'll see that the key fob is stocked with several wires. These wires are used for connection to the onboard computer of your vehicle. You should be able to locate the wires and follow the directions included in the owner's manual to make the necessary connection. Once you've made the connections the key fob can be put back together.
Changing nissan qashqai key replacement price in your key fob may seem like a daunting job but it's actually not as difficult as you think. Follow these easy steps to complete the task in a matter of minutes.
Remote Start
Your key fob does more than just lock your car doors. It can also remotely start your car, roll down the window, switch on multiple drivers profiles, and much more. This is why it's crucial to know how to use it and also replace the battery as necessary.
If your Nissan does not have remote start, it might be a simple upgrade through our Service Center professionals. This will allow you to start your car at a distance and avoid cold mornings. You can add an app for your smartphone to add convenience.
To use the Nissan's remote start, you must first make sure that your Smart Key is in range. Also, make sure that your car's engine is turned off and that the key isn't in the ignition. When you're ready to press and hold the key fob's keychain button. The car's hazard light will flash to indicate that your key fob is successfully programmed.
If your key fob hasn't connected to your Nissan try retracing your steps. You'll have to verify whether your key fob was lost along the way. If you are unable to locate it or find it, ask a trusted family member to help. They might be able to locate it in a dark and unassuming location, like a crack in the cushions of your couch 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 car or trunk. It uses technology for location recognition to determine if the Intelligent Key is in the trunk or cabin. You'll hear an alert and a vibration in your key fob if the key is detected.
If your key fob starts getting agitated all of a sudden, check to see whether it is blocked by something that might hinder its signal. Also, make sure there aren't any wireless devices within some distance of the key fob. Things like wireless security systems could interfere with the signals of your key fob and make it stop working properly.
You can use a wire coathanger or a similar tool to slide underneath the trunk or door to pull the key fob out of the car. It may take some trial and error.
When you're done, make sure to test your Intelligent Key fob with the doors closed. Use the buttons on the Nissan Intelligent Key fob while standing a few steps away. If the lights flash and the horn sound beeps it's time to program your Intelligent Key fob. If not, contact Speck Nissan to talk to one of our representatives!
Remote Lockout
It's not unusual for remotes for cars to stop working due to one or the other reason. Most of the time it's an unresponsive battery that you can replace yourself. You can also reset the system by pressing the lock or unlock button repeatedly. You may hear a chime depending on the model of your vehicle, indicating that you have successfully reset the system. Additionally, some automakers offer a support service you can call (like GM's long-running OnStar for many of its vehicles as well as Mercedes-Benz's Mbrace, or Hyundai Blue Link) that will send someone to help you out.
Some smart features of your Nissan Intelligent Key fob can keep you from being locked out. Sensors in your car can tell that the fob is in the car's cabin or trunk. It will then send a vibration and an audio signal to your fob in order to let you know that it was left inside the car.
Some models include an actual blade of a key that can be used in the event that your fob's battery fails or something else goes haywire. On the Rogue, for example you can access an unlocked key by flipping the release tab on the back of the fob. You'll need to be in the range of the sensor in your Nissan vehicle in order for this to work. This method is more complicated than simply turning on the key of the car but it can save you a lot of time and effort.