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How to Change the Battery in Your Nissan Key Fobs

Nissan key fobs allow owners to lock their cars and then unlock them from some distance. They can also start the car whenever needed. If you're looking to purchase an additional one or are having issues with your existing Nissan smart key, rely on our certified parts experts and technicians to assist.

Keyless Entry

Keyless entry is a wonderful feature that lets you lock and unlock your Nissan vehicle with the push of the button. This system also works to allow you to start your car remotely, without having to insert keys into the ignition. The system is powered by batteries. If that battery fails, it can leave you not able to use your key fob. It could even lock you out of your car. It is important to know how to replace the battery in your Nissan's key fob as swiftly as you can.

Begin by shutting off your vehicle. Then open the door and go to the compartment where you'll find the key fob. Then, flip the fob to look for an opening that is small. Once you've pressed this release latch, you can begin to take off the cover of the fob. It will be apparent that the key fob contains several wires. These wires are used to communication with the computer onboard of your vehicle. You should be able to locate the wires and follow the steps provided in your owner's guide to establish the connection. Once you've made the connections the key fob is able to be put back together.


key duplication of replacing the battery in the key fob could seem like an overwhelming task however, it's not as difficult as you think. If you follow these steps, you will be able to complete this task in just a few minutes.

Remote Start

Your key fob can do much more than just locking your car's door. With the right technology, it can also remotely start your car or roll down windows, turn on multiple driver profiles, and more. It's crucial to know how to use the device and replace the battery when needed.

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

To use the remote starter on your Nissan make sure your Smart Key is within range. You'll need to confirm that your car is shut off and that the key is not in the ignition. When you're ready to go to press and hold the key fob's keychain button. The car's hazard lights should flash to indicate that the key fob is successfully programmed.

If you're not able to connect your Nissan key fob, try retracing the steps. You'll have to verify that your key fob wasn't lost somewhere along the way. Find a friend whom you trust to help in locating it. They might be able to find it in a dark, unexpected area, like cracks in the couch cushions or under the counter.

Lockout Protection

If you ever lock your key fob inside your car The Intelligent Key system in some models will prevent 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 the cabin. If the key is found and you hear an alarm, and you'll feel a vibrate on your fob to let you know you've accidentally hid it in the vehicle.

If your key fob is getting agitated all of a sudden, look to see if it is obstructed by anything that could interfere with its signal. Also, ensure that there are no wireless devices within some distance of the key fob. Wireless security systems, like, can interfere with the key fob's signals and cause your key fob to cease working.

You can use a wire coathanger or a similar tool to slide underneath the trunk or door to take the key fob off the car. It may take some trial-and-error to remove the key fob.

Test your Intelligent Key Fob with the doors closed. You should stand a few steps away from your Nissan and press the buttons on the fob. If the lights blink, and the horn sounds, you have successfully programmed your Intelligent Key fob. If not, you should call Speck Nissan and speak to one of our staff members.

Remote Lockout

It's not uncommon for remotes in cars to cease working for one reason or another. The majority of the time, it's a dead battery that you can replace yourself. You can also try to reset the system by pressing the lock or unlock button several times in succession. Depending on your vehicle you might hear a chime when you've successfully reset the system. Some automakers also offer a service to contact (like GM's longstanding OnStar for many of its vehicles, Mercedes-Benz's Mbrace, or Hyundai Blue Link) which will send a technician to assist you.

Some smart features of your Nissan Intelligent Key fob can keep you from being locked out. Sensors in your car can tell if the fob is still inside your car's cabin or trunk. It will send a vibration and an audio alert to your fob in order to let you are aware that you have left it in the car.

Some models have a physical key blade that you can use if the battery in your fob fails or something else goes wrong. You can unlock a secret key on the Rogue by flipping the release button on the back. You'll need to be within sensor range of your Nissan vehicle to enable this feature to be effective. This method is more complicated than activating the ignition however it will save you time and frustration.