How to Change the Battery in Your Nissan Key Fobs

Nissan key fobs enable drivers to lock and unlock their vehicles from a distance, as well as start them up whenever needed. Our certified technicians and experts in parts will assist you if are looking to purchase a brand new nissan key cutting smart key or are experiencing issues with your current key.

Keyless Entry

The Nissan keyless entry system is a wonderful feature that lets you lock and unlock your Nissan with the click of one button. This feature can also allow you to start your replacement car key nissan remotely without the need to insert a key into the ignition. This system is powered by a battery. If the battery dies or is damaged, you may not be able to use your keyfob. You could even be locked out of your vehicle. This is why you need to learn how to change the battery on your Nissan key fob as fast as possible.

Begin by shutting off your vehicle. Then you can open the door to the compartment where you'll find the key fob. Flip the key fob over and look for the small release latch. Once you've pressed the latch release then you can take off the cover. It will be apparent that the fob's key contains several wires. These wires are used for communication with the computer onboard of your vehicle. You should be able locate the wires, and follow the instructions in the owner's manual to connect them. Once you've made the connections, the key fob can be put back together.

The process of replacing the battery in the key fob could seem like a daunting job however, it's not as difficult as you may think. By following these simple steps, you will be able to complete this task in just a few minutes.

Remote Start

Your key fob is capable of more than locking your car's door. It can also remotely start your car, open the window, activate multiple drivers profiles, and more. It's important to know how to use it and how to replace the battery when it's needed.

Our Service Center may be able to upgrade your Nissan if it doesn't have remote start. This will allow you to start your car from afar and keep warm in the winter. You can even add an app for your smartphone to add convenience.

To utilize your Nissan's remote start, first make sure that your Smart Key is in range. It is also important to ensure that your replacement car key nissan's engine is turned off and that the key isn't in the ignition. When you're ready to go, press and hold your fob's keychain button. You should see the car's hazard lights flash to indicate that your key fob is successfully programmed and connected to your nissan pulsar key replacement.

If your key fob isn't connected to your Nissan try retracing your steps. You'll need to check that your key fob hasn't been lost along the way. If you can't find it you can ask a trusted person to help. They might be able to spot it in a dark, unassuming area, like a crack in the cushions of your couch or under the counter.

Lockout Protection

If you ever put your key fob in your car it is possible that the Intelligent Key system in some models will prevent it from locking your car or trunk. It works by utilizing technology to detect the location of your key and detect when your Intelligent Key is within the car or trunk. You'll hear an alert as well as a vibration in your key fob if the key is recognized.

If your key fob begins getting agitated all of a sudden, you should check whether it is blocked by something that might interfere with its signal. Also, ensure that there aren't any wireless devices within some distance of the key fob. Wireless security systems, such as could interfere with key fob's signals, causing your key fob to stop functioning.

You can use a coathanger made of wire or a similar long, thin tool to slide beneath the door or trunk to take the key fob from the car. It could take a bit of trial-and-error to remove the key fob.

Test your Intelligent Key Fob with the doors shut. Make sure you press the buttons on your Nissan spare key Replacement Intelligent Key fob while standing several steps away. If the light flashes, and the horn sounds, you have successfully programmed your Intelligent Key fob. If not, contact Speck Nissan and speak to a member our team.

Remote Lockout

It's not uncommon for car key remotes to stop working due to one reason or another. The majority of the time, it's a dead 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 the model of your vehicle, indicating that you have successfully reset the system. Some automakers also offer a service to contact (like GM's long-running OnStar for its vehicles as well as Mercedes-Benz's Mbrace, or Hyundai Blue Link) that will send someone to assist you.

Certain features of your Nissan Intelligent Key fob can protect you from getting locked out. For example, your vehicle's sensor system can tell if your fob remains inside the cabin or trunk of your vehicle. It will send an audio signal and a vibration to your fob, letting you know that you left it in the vehicle.

Some models include the physical blade of a key that can be used in the event that your fob battery fails or goes haywire. On the Rogue, for example it is possible to access the hidden key by flipping the release tab at the back of the fob. It is necessary to be within sensor range of your Nissan vehicle to allow this to be effective. This method is more complicated than simply switching on the ignition, but it will help you save time and frustration.