How to Change the Battery in Your Nissan Key Fobs

nissan juke key fob replacement key fobs permit motorists to lock and unlock their cars from an extended distance, as in allowing them to start up whenever they are required. Our certified technicians and specialists in parts can assist you if you need to buy a new Nissan smart key, or if you are having problems with your current one.

Keyless Entry

Keyless entry is an excellent feature that allows you to lock and unlock your Nissan vehicle at the touch of a button. This system lets you start your vehicle remotely without having to insert the 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. You may even be locked out of your vehicle. This is the reason you need to know how to change the battery in your Nissan key fob as quickly as possible.

To begin, turn off your car and open the door that holds the key fob. Flip the key fob over and look for the small release latch. Once you have pressed this release latch, you will be able to remove the cover of the fob. You will notice that the fob's key has numerous wires. These wires allow you to communicate with your vehicle's onboard computer. You should be able to locate the wires, and follow the instructions included in the owner's manual to connect them. Once you've completed the connection the key fob is able to be reassembled.

The process of replacing the battery in your key fob can seem like an overwhelming task, but it is not as difficult as you think. Follow these easy steps to complete this task in just a few minutes.

Remote Start

Your key fob does much more than just lock your car doors. It can also remotely start your car, roll down the window, switch on multiple driver profiles, and so on. It's important to know how to use it, and to replace the battery whenever it's needed.

If your Nissan has no remote start, it may be an easy upgrade with our Service Center professionals. This will give you the ability to start your car from afar and save you from cold mornings. You can also add an application on your smartphone for additional convenience.

To utilize the remote start feature on your Nissan ensure that your Smart Key is within range. It is also important to ensure that your car's ignition is off and your key isn't in the ignition. Once you're ready to go, press and nissan key Fob hold your fob's keychain button. You'll 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, retrace the steps. You'll need to ensure whether your key fob was lost along the way. Ask a friend who you trust to assist in locating it. They might be able to find it in a surprising dark area, such as a gap between the cushion of your couch or under the counter.

Lockout Protection

If you ever put your key fob in your car The Intelligent Key system in some models will stop it from locking your trunk or car. It uses location recognition technology to detect when the Intelligent Key is in the trunk or cabin. You'll get an audible alert as well as a vibration in your key fob if the key is recognized.

Verify if the key fob is suddenly acting strangely. It could be blocked by something. Also, make sure no wireless devices are within a few feet of the key fob. Wireless security systems, for example they can interfere with key fob's signals and cause your key fob to stop working.

You can use a wire coathanger or a similar tool to slide under the door or trunk to remove the key fob out of the car. It might take some trial and error to remove the key fob.

Test your Intelligent Key Fob with the doors shut. You should stand a few steps away from your Nissan and press the buttons on the fob. If the lights flash and the horn sound beeps you've successfully programmed your Intelligent Key fob. If not, call Speck Nissan to talk to an employee of our team!

Remote Lockout

It's not uncommon for remotes in cars to cease working for one reason or another. Fortunately, the majority of the times, it's simply a dead battery, and you can replace it yourself. You can reset the system by pressing the lock or unlock button repeatedly. Based on the model of your car, you may be notified that you've successfully reset your system. Some automakers have a service that you can call to get assistance (such as GM's OnStar, Mercedes-Benz Mbrace or Hyundai Blue Link).

Some of the smart features on your Nissan Intelligent Key fob can help you avoid being locked out. Sensors in your car can detect that the fob is in the car's cabin or trunk. It will send an audio alert and an alarm to your fob, letting you know that you left it in the vehicle.

Certain models have an actual blade of a key you can use in the case that the fob's battery is damaged or goes off the rails. On the Rogue, for example you can access an unlocked key by flipping the release tab at the back of the fob. It is necessary to be within the range of your Nissan vehicle to allow this to work. This method is more complicated than turning on the ignition but it will save you time and frustration.