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How to Change the Battery in Your Nissan Key Fobs

Nissan key fobs enable motorists to lock and unlock their vehicles from far away, as well as start them up when necessary. If you're looking to purchase a new key fob or are having issues with your existing nissan qashqai replacement key smart key, trust our certified parts experts and Nissan Key fob technicians to assist.

Keyless Entry

The Nissan keyless entry system is a wonderful feature that allows you lock and unlock your Nissan at the touch of a button. This feature can also allow you to start your car from a distance, without having to insert an ignition key. The system is powered by a battery. When the battery is dead and the system stops functioning, you may be without a key fob. It is possible that you will be locked out of your vehicle. This is the reason you need to learn how to replace the battery in your Nissan key fob as soon as possible.

To begin, turn off your vehicle and then open the door that holds the key fob. Then, flip over the key fob and look for a small release latch. After you've pulled the release latch then you can take off the cover. You will notice that the key fob is stocked with various wires. These wires are used to communicate with the onboard computer of your vehicle. You should be able locate the wires and follow the directions included in the owner's manual to connect them. After you've completed the connection, you can put the key fob back together.

Switching the battery on the key fob could seem like a daunting job, but it is not as difficult as you may think. Follow these steps to complete this task within minutes.

Remote Start

Your key fob is capable of more than just locking your car's door. With the right technology, it can also remotely start your car, roll down the windows, activate multiple driver profiles, and much more. It is essential to know how to utilize the device and change the battery when necessary.

If your Nissan doesn't come with remote start, it could be a simple upgrade through our Service Center professionals. This will allow you to start your vehicle at a distance and avoid cold winter mornings. You can also add a smartphone application for added convenience.

To use the remote starter on your Nissan make sure your Smart Key is within range. It is important to ensure that your car is turned off, and the key isn't in the ignition. When you're ready, press and hold your fob's keychain button. 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're unable to connect your Nissan key fob, try retracing your steps. You'll want to make sure that your key fob didn't get lost somewhere along the way. If you can't find it then ask a trusted friend to assist. They might be able to find it in an unexpected dark, dark spot, such as a gap between the cushion of your 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 stop it from locking your trunk or car. It uses technology for location recognition to detect when the Intelligent Key is in the cabin or trunk. You'll get an audible alert and a jolt in your key fob when the key is recognized.

Check if your key fob is suddenly acting oddly. It could be blocked by something. Check to see if any wireless devices are within a few meters of the key fob. Wireless security systems, like they can interfere with key fob's signal and cause your key fob to cease working.

You can try using a coat hanger with 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 nissan key Fob to find the key fob.

When you're done, make sure to test your Intelligent Key fob with the doors closed. Stand several steps away from your Nissan and click 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 a member of our team!

Remote Lockout

It's not uncommon for remotes for cars to stop working for a variety of reasons. Most 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. Depending on the vehicle you have you may hear a chime signal when you've successfully reset the system. Some automakers have a customer service that you can call to seek help (such as GM's OnStar, Mercedes-Benz Mbrace or Hyundai Blue Link).

Nissan Intelligent Key Fobs have several smart features that can help you avoid being locked out. Sensors in your car can detect the fob's presence inside your car's cabin or trunk. It will send an alert audio and an alarm to your fob, letting you be aware that you've left it in the vehicle.

Some models come with a physical key blade that you can utilize if the battery in your fob fails or something else goes wrong. On the Rogue, for example, you can access the hidden key by flipping the release tab on the back of your fob. This will only work only if you're within the range of sensors for your Nissan. This method is more complicated than simply turning on your car's key but it can save you time and headache.