How to Change the Battery in Your Nissan Key Fobs

Nissan key fobs enable drivers to lock their cars and open them from some distance. They can also start the car when needed. If you're looking to purchase an additional one or are having trouble with your current Nissan smart key, trust our certified experts on parts and technicians to help.

Keyless Entry

Keyless entry is a fantastic feature that lets you lock and unlock your Nissan vehicle at the touch of the button. This feature lets you start your vehicle remotely without the need to insert a key into the ignition. However, the system relies on a battery to function. If the battery dies, you may not be able access your keyfob. It is possible that you will be locked out of your own vehicle. It is important to know how to replace the battery on your Nissan's key fob as swiftly as possible.

Begin by shutting off your vehicle. Then, open the door to the compartment where you will find the keyfob. Flip the key fob over and look for the small release latch. After you have pressed the release latch, you will be able to remove the cover. You will notice that the key fob has many wires. These wires are used to communicate with your vehicle's onboard computer. You will be able find the wires you require and follow the directions in your owner's manual to make the connections. Once you've made the connections the key fob can be reassembled.

Switching the battery on your key fob might seem like a daunting job, but it is not as difficult as you may think. If you follow these simple steps, you will be able to complete this task in just a few minutes.

Remote Start

Your key fob is capable of much more than just locking your car's door. It can also remotely start your car, roll down the window, activate multiple drivers profiles, and much more. That's why it's important to be aware of how to use it and how to replace the battery whenever it's needed.

If your Nissan has no remote start, it might be an easy upgrade with our Service Center professionals. This will allow you to start your vehicle from a distance and help you avoid cold mornings. You can also add an app on your smartphone for added convenience.

To use the remote start on your nissan replacement car keys, make sure that your Smart Key is within range. It is also important to ensure that your car is off and your key isn't in the ignition. Once you are ready you can press the keychain button on your fob. You should see the car's hazard lights flash to indicate that your key fob has been successfully programmed and connected to your Nissan.

If you can't connect your Nissan Key Code Location key fob, try retracing your steps. You'll want to ensure that the fob hasn't been lost in the process. You can ask a friend you trust to assist you locate it if you are unable to locate it. They may be able spot it in a dark, unexpected spot, such as a crack between 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 car or trunk. It makes use of location recognition technology to determine if the Intelligent Key is in the trunk or cabin. If the key is detected, you'll hear an audible alarm and feel a thump on your fob to inform you that you've accidentally hid it in the vehicle.

If your key fob starts being agitated all of sudden, look to see whether it is being blocked by anything that could interfere with its signal. Also, make sure no wireless devices are within a few feet of the key fob. Things like wireless security systems could interfere with the key fob's signal and cause it to stop functioning properly.

You could try using an iron coat hanger made of wire or a similar long, thin tool to slip underneath the trunk or door to pull the key fob from the car. It may take some trial-and-error to find the key fob.

When you're done, make sure to test your Intelligent Key fob with the doors shut. Use the buttons on the nissan tiida key replacement Intelligent Key fob while you're standing a few steps away. If the lights flash and the horn squeaks then you've successfully programmed your Intelligent Key fob. If not, call Speck Nissan to talk to one of our representatives!

Remote Lockout

It's not uncommon for car remotes to cease functioning for one reason or another. Most 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. There are also automakers that offer a service to contact (like GM's long-running OnStar for many of its vehicles and Mercedes-Benz's Mbrace or Hyundai Blue Link) which will send a technician to help you out.

Certain features of your Nissan Intelligent Key fob can ensure that you aren't locked out. For instance, your car's sensors can detect that your fob is inside the trunk or cabin of your car. It will send a sound and an audio alert to your fob in order to let you can be sure you've left it inside the car.

Some models include the physical blade of a key that can be used in the event that your fob battery goes out of charge or goes haywire. You can unlock a secret key on the Rogue by turning the release button on the back. This only works in the range of sensors for your Nissan. This method is more complicated than activating the ignition but it will reduce the time and hassle.