How to Change the Battery in Your Nissan Key Fobs

Nissan key fobs permit drivers to lock and unlock their cars from far away, as well being able to start them whenever needed. If you're in the market for a new one, or have issues with your current Nissan smart key, you can count on our certified experts in parts and technicians to assist.

Keyless Entry

The Nissan keyless entry system is a great feature that lets you lock and unlock your Nissan with the touch of one button. This feature lets you start your vehicle remotely without the need to insert a key into the ignition. But, this system depends on a battery in order to function. If the battery dies it could leave you not able 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 quickly as you can.

To begin, shut off your vehicle and then open the door where you keep the key fob. Flip the key fob over and look for the small release latch. Once you've pressed the release latch, you are able to begin to take off the cover of the fob. It will be apparent that the key fob has numerous wires. These wires communicate with the onboard computer of your vehicle. You should be able to locate the wires you need and follow the instructions in the owner's guide to connect them. After you've made the connection, the key fob can be put back together.

Changing the battery in your key fob might appear to be a daunting task but it's actually not as difficult as you think. By following these simple steps, you can complete this task in a matter of minutes.

Remote Start

Your key fob can do more than just locking your car's doors. With the right technology, it can also remotely start your car or roll down windows, activate multiple driver profiles, and so on. It's the reason it's essential to be aware of how to use it and how to replace the battery when needed.

Our Service Center may be able to upgrade your nissan key replacement if it doesn't already come with remote start. This will let you start your car from a distance and avoid cold winter mornings. You can even install an app on your smartphone for added convenience.

To utilize your nissan car key's remote start, you must first ensure that your Smart Key is in range. You'll want to make sure that your car is shut 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 indicator should flash to indicate that the key fob has been successfully programmed.

If you are unable to connect your Nissan key fob, try retracing the steps. You'll need to ensure that your key fob wasn't lost in the process. If you are unable to locate it you can ask a trusted person to help. They may be able spot it in a dark, secluded spot, such as cracks in the couch cushions 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 works by using technology for location recognition that can tell when your Intelligent Key is within the trunk or cabin. If the key is detected, you'll hear an audible alarm and feel a thump on your fob to alert you that you've accidentally hid it in the vehicle.

Verify if the key fob is suddenly acting oddly. It could be blocked by something. Also, ensure that no wireless devices are within a few feet of the key fob. Items like wireless security systems could interfere with the signals of your key fob and cause it to stop working properly.

You can use a wire coathanger or a similar long, thin tool to slide beneath the door or trunk to take the key fob from the car. It might take a few tries to find the key fob.

When you're done, be sure to test your Intelligent Key fob with the doors shut. Step back a few feet from your Nissan and press the buttons on the fob. If the lights flash and the horn squeaks it's time to program your Intelligent Key fob. If not, call Speck Nissan to talk to one of our staff members!

Remote Lockout

It's not unusual for remotes in cars to cease working due to one or the other reason. Luckily, most of the time, it's just a dead battery, and you can replace it yourself. You can also try to reset the system by pressing the lock or unlock button several times in succession. You might hear a chime depending on the vehicle you have when you have successfully reset the system. Additionally, some automakers 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 assist you.

Nissan Intelligent Key Fobs have some smart features that can keep you from being locked out. For example, your vehicle's sensor system will detect if your fob remains inside the cabin or trunk of your vehicle. It will then send a vibration and an audio alert to your fob so you can be sure you've left it inside the car.

Some models come with a real key blade that you can use in the event that the battery in your fob fails or something else goes wrong. On the Rogue, for example, you can access a hidden key by flipping the release tab on the back of your fob. It is necessary to be within sensor range of your Nissan vehicle to allow this to work. This method is more complex than just activating the ignition but it can make your life easier and less stressful.