How to Change the Battery in Your Nissan Key Fobs
Nissan key fobs allow drivers to lock and unlock their cars from far away, as well in allowing them to start up when needed. If nissan replacement key fob in the market for a new one, or are having trouble with your current Nissan smart key, count on our certified experts in parts and technicians to assist.
Keyless Entry
The Nissan keyless entry system is an excellent feature that allows you lock and unlock your Nissan with the click of a button. This feature allows you to start your vehicle from a distance without the need to insert a key into the ignition. This system is powered by batteries. If the battery dies or is damaged, you may not be able to use your keyfob. It could even lock you out of your vehicle. This is why you have to learn how to replace the battery on your Nissan key fob as quickly as possible.
To begin, turn off your vehicle and open the door to find the key fob. Then, flip over the key fob and search for a small release latch. Once you've pressed this release latch, you are able to begin to remove the fob's cover. It will be apparent that the key fob contains many wires. These wires are for communication with the onboard computer of your vehicle. You should be able to identify the wires you need and follow the directions in the owner's guide to connect them. After you've completed the connection, you'll be able to connect the key fob together.
It might seem difficult to change the battery in your keyfob, however it's not as hard as you think. If you follow these simple steps, you'll be able to finish this task in a matter of minutes.
Remote Start
Your key fob is capable of much more than just locking your car's door. With the right technology, it could also remote start your vehicle or roll down windows, turn on multiple driver profiles, and so on. That's why it's important to understand how to use it, and to replace the battery as necessary.
If your Nissan doesn't have remote start, it could be a simple upgrade from our Service Center professionals. This will give you the ability to start your car from a distance and save you from cold mornings. You can even install an app for your smartphone for more convenience.
To use the remote start on your Nissan, make sure that your Smart Key is within range. Also, make sure that your car's ignition is off and that your key isn't in the ignition. When you're ready hold the keychain button on your fob. The car's hazard lights should flash to show that your key fob is successfully programmed.
If you're not able to connect your Nissan key fob, retrace the steps. You'll want to make sure that your key fob didn't get lost along the way. Find a friend whom you trust to assist you if you can't locate it. They may be able to locate it in an unexpected dark and dark space, such as a gap between the cushion of your couch or under the counter.
Lockout Protection
Some models of Intelligent Key will not lock your trunk or vehicle when you lock your keyfob inside. It works by using technology for location recognition that can determine if your Intelligent Key is within the cabin or trunk. You'll hear an alert and a vibration on your key fob if the key is recognized.
If your key-fob starts getting agitated all of a sudden, look to see if it is obstructed by something that might block its signal. Make sure that no wireless devices are within a few feet of the key fob. Items like wireless security systems can interfere with the signals of your key fob and result in it not functioning properly.
You can use a wire coathanger or a different long thin tool to slide under the door or trunk to remove the key fob off the car. It could take a bit of trial-and-error to find the key fob.
After you've finished, be sure to test your Intelligent Key fob with the doors shut. Stand several steps away from your Nissan and click the buttons on the fob. If the lights blink, and the horn sounds, you have successfully programmed your Intelligent Key fob. If not, dial Speck Nissan and speak to a member our team.
Remote Lockout
It's not uncommon for car key remotes to stop working for one reason or another. The majority of the time, it's an unresponsive battery that you can replace yourself. You can reset the system by pressing the lock or unlock button repeatedly. You may hear a sound depending on your vehicle when you have successfully reset your system. Additionally, some automakers provide a service that you can call (like GM's long-running OnStar for its vehicles as well as Mercedes-Benz's Mbrace, or Hyundai Blue Link) which will send a person to help you out.
Nissan Intelligent Key Fobs have some clever features that will prevent you from being locked out. Sensors in your car will be able to tell if the fob is still in your car's cabin or trunk. It will issue an audio alert and a vibration to the fob so that you be aware that you've left it in the vehicle.
Some models include a physical blade of a key that you can use in the case that the fob's battery is damaged or goes off the rails. You can unlock a secret key on the Rogue by flipping the release button on the back. You must be within sensor range of your Nissan vehicle to enable this feature to function. This method is more complicated than simply turning on the car's key however it will save you a lot of time and effort.