How to Change the Battery in Your Nissan Key Fobs
Nissan key fobs let motorists to lock and unlock their cars from far away, as well in allowing them to start up when needed. Our certified technicians and specialists in parts can help you if you are looking to purchase a brand new
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Keyless Entry
The Nissan keyless entry system is a great feature that allows you to lock and unlock your Nissan with the touch of a button. This feature lets you start your vehicle from a distance without having to insert the key into the ignition. However, this system is dependent on a battery to function. If the battery goes out and you lose it, you might not be able to access your keyfob. It is possible that you will be locked out of your own vehicle. This is why you have to know how to change the battery on your Nissan key fob as fast as you can.
To begin, switch off your vehicle and open the door to find the key fob. Then, flip over the fob to look for a small release latch. After you've pressed the latch release, you can remove the cover. You will see that the key fob contains several wires. These wires are used for communication with the onboard computer of your vehicle. You should be able to locate the wires that you require and follow the directions in the owner's guide to connect them. After you've made the connection the key fob can be put back together.
Switching the battery on the key fob could appear to be a daunting task however, it's not as difficult as you think. Follow these easy steps to complete the task in just a few minutes.
Remote Start
Your key fob does more than just lock your car doors. With the right technology, it can also remotely start your car or roll down windows, switch on multiple driver profiles, and more. It's essential to know how to use the device and to replace the battery when needed.
Our Service Center may be able to upgrade your
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To utilize your
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If your key fob hasn't linked to your Nissan try retracing your steps. You'll want to make sure that your fob hasn't gotten lost along the way. If you're not able to locate it then ask a trusted friend to assist. They might be able to locate it in a dark, unassuming area, like cracks between cushions on the couch or under the counter.
Lockout Protection
If you ever lock your key fob inside your car it is possible that the Intelligent Key system in some models will prevent it from locking your trunk or car. It uses a technology called location recognition to detect when the Intelligent Key is in the trunk or
auto in the cabin. You'll hear an alert as well as a vibration in your key fob when the key is detected.
Check if your key fob suddenly behaves strangely. It could be blocked by something. Also, ensure that no wireless devices are within some distance of the key fob. Things like wireless security systems can interfere with the signal of your key fob and make it stop working properly.
You can try using an iron coat hanger made of wire or a different, long tool to slip under the trunk or door to remove the key fob out of the car. It may take some trial-and-error to find the key fob.
Test your Intelligent Key Fob with the doors closed. Take a few steps away from your Nissan and click the buttons on the fob. If the lights flash and the horn sounds you've successfully programmed your Intelligent Key fob. If not, you should call Speck Nissan and speak to one of our representatives.
Remote Lockout
It's not uncommon for car remotes to stop functioning due to a reason or another. Fortunately, the majority of the time, it's just a dead battery, and you can replace it yourself. You can reset the system by pressing the lock or unlock button repeatedly. Depending on your vehicle you might hear a chime signal when you've successfully reset the system. Alternatively, some automakers offer a service to contact (like GM's long-running OnStar for its vehicles, Mercedes-Benz's Mbrace or Hyundai Blue Link) which will send a person to help you out.
Nissan Intelligent Key Fobs have certain smart features that could prevent you from being locked out. For instance, your car's sensor system can tell whether the fob is located in the trunk or in the cabin of your car. It will then send a vibration and an audio signal to your fob so that you know that it was left inside the car.
Some models come with the physical blade of a key you can use in the case that the fob's battery fails or goes out of control. On the Rogue, for example you can access the hidden key by flipping the release tab on the back of the fob. This only works in the range of sensors for your Nissan. This procedure is more complex than turning off the key of the car but it can save you a lot of time and stress.
