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How to Change the Battery in Your Nissan Key Fobs
Nissan key fobs enable drivers to lock their cars and unlock them from some distance. They can also be used to start the car when needed. If you're in the market for a new one or are having issues with your existing Nissan smart key, trust our certified experts on parts and technicians to help.
Keyless Entry
Keyless entry is a wonderful feature that lets you lock and unlock your Nissan vehicle with the click of one button. This system lets you start your vehicle remotely without having to insert the key into the ignition. The system is powered by the battery. If the battery dies, you may not be able to use your keyfob. It could even lock you out of your car. This is why you have to know how to change the battery on your Nissan key fob as fast as possible.
Begin by shutting off your vehicle. Then open the door to the compartment where you store the keyfob. Then, flip over the fob to look for an opening that is small. After you've pulled the latch that releases, you can remove the cover. It will be apparent that the key fob has several wires. These wires are used to communicate with your vehicle's onboard computer. You will be able locate the necessary wires and follow the directions in your owner's manual make the necessary connections. After you've made the connection the key fob can be reassembled.
It may seem impossible to replace the battery on your keyfob but it's as difficult as you imagine. By following these simple steps, you can complete this task in a matter of minutes.
Remote Start
Your key fob can do much more than 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 understand how to use it and replace the battery whenever required.
Our Service Center may be able to upgrade your Nissan in the event that it doesn't have remote start. This will let you start your car from a distance and help you avoid cold winter mornings. The KeyLab can also add an app for your smartphone for more convenience.
To utilize your Nissan's remote start, you must first ensure that your Smart Key is in range. It is important to ensure that your vehicle is shut off and that the key is not in the ignition. Once you're done to press and hold your fob's keychain button. The car's hazard light should flash to indicate that your key fob is successfully programmed.
If your key fob isn't linked to your Nissan try retracing the steps. You'll have to verify that your key fob wasn't lost in the process. If you can't find it or find it, ask a trusted family member to help. They might be able to locate it in a dark and unassuming area, like cracks between cushions on the couch or under the counter.
Lockout Protection
Certain models of Intelligent Key will not lock your car or trunk when you lock your key fob inside. It works by using location recognition technology that can detect when your Intelligent Key is within the trunk or cabin. If the key is detected by the system, you'll hear an alarm and feel a thump on your fob to let you know you've left it in the vehicle.
Examine if your key fob is acting strangely. It could be blocked by something. Check to see if any wireless devices are located within a few feet of the key fob. Things like wireless security systems can interfere with the signals of your key fob and cause it to stop functioning properly.
You can use a wire coathanger or a different long thin tool to slide beneath the trunk or door to take the key fob out of the car. It could take a bit of trial-and-error to unlock the key fob.
Test your Intelligent Key Fob with the doors shut. You should stand a few steps away from your Nissan and click the buttons on the fob. If the lights flash and the horn beeps, you're successfully programming your Intelligent Key fob. If not, you should call Speck Nissan and speak to one of our staff members.
Remote Lockout
It's not common for remotes for car keys to stop working for one reason or another. 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. Depending on the vehicle you have you might hear a sound 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 a variety of its vehicles, Mercedes-Benz's Mbrace or Hyundai Blue Link) which will send a technician to help you out.
Nissan Intelligent Key Fobs have some smart features that can keep you from being locked out. For instance, your vehicle's sensor system can tell if your fob remains inside the cabin or trunk of your car. It will send a vibration and an audio alert to your fob so you know that it was left inside the car.
Some models come with a physical key blade that you can utilize if the battery of your fob dies or something else goes wrong. On the Rogue model, for instance it is possible to access the hidden key by flipping the release tab on the back of your fob. You'll need to be within the range of the sensor on your Nissan vehicle in order for this to function. This method is more complicated than turning on the car's ignition however it will save you a lot of time and stress.