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How to Change the Battery in Your Nissan Key Fobs Nissan key fobs let drivers to lock their cars and then unlock them from the distance. They can also start the car when needed. Our trained technicians and experts on parts can help you if you need to purchase a new Nissan smart key or have issues with your existing one. Keyless Entry The Nissan keyless entry system is an excellent feature that allows you lock and unlock your Nissan with the click of one button. This feature lets you start your vehicle from a distance without having to insert the key into the ignition. This system is powered by the battery. If the battery goes out, you may not be able access your keyfob. You could even 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 possible. Begin by shutting off your vehicle. Then open the door and go to the compartment in which you store the key fob. Flip the key fob upside down and look for the small release latch. After you've pulled the latch release it is possible to remove the cover. You'll see that the key fob is stocked with several wires. These wires communicate with the onboard computer of your vehicle. You should be able locate the wires and follow the steps that are provided in your owner's manual to connect them. Once you've made the connections the key fob will be reassembled. Changing the battery in your key fob may appear to be a daunting task, but it is not as difficult as you think. Follow these steps to complete this task in minutes. Remote Start Your key fob is capable of more than locking your car's door. It can also remotely start your car, open the window, activate multiple drivers profiles, and a lot more. This is why it's crucial to be aware of how to use it and also replace the battery as it's needed. If your Nissan doesn't come with remote start, it might be an easy upgrade from our Service Center professionals. This will let you start your car from a distance and help you avoid cold mornings. You can also install an app for your smartphone for more convenience. To make use of your Nissan's remote start, you must first make sure your Smart Key is in range. nissan replacement key fob 'll want to make sure that your car is shut off and that the key isn't in the ignition. When you're ready to go, press and hold your fob's keychain button. You'll notice the car's hazards lights flash to indicate that your key fob is successfully programmed and connected to your Nissan. If you're not able to connect your Nissan key fob, you can try retracing the steps. You'll have to verify that your key fob hasn't been lost somewhere along the way. You can ask a friend you trust to help you if you can't locate it. They may be able find it in a strange, dark place, like cracks in the couch cushion 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 makes use of location recognition technology to detect when the Intelligent Key is in the trunk or in the cabin. If the key is found, you'll hear an audible alarm and feel a thump on your fob to inform you that you've accidentally left it inside your vehicle. Examine if your key fob suddenly behaves oddly. It could be blocked by something. Also, ensure that there aren't any wireless devices within just a few feet of the key fob. Wireless security systems, for example, can interfere with the key fob's signals and cause your key fob to stop functioning. You can use a wire coathanger or a similar long, thin tool to slide underneath the trunk or door to take the key fob off the car. It might take some trial and error to find the key fob. 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 blink, and the horn sounds, you have successfully programmed your Intelligent Key fob. If not, contact Speck Nissan to talk to one of our staff members! Remote Lockout It's not uncommon for car remotes to stop functioning for one reason or another. Fortunately, most of the times, 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 may hear a sound when you've successfully reset the system. Additionally, some automakers offer a service to contact (like GM's long-running OnStar for a variety of its vehicles and Mercedes-Benz's Mbrace, or Hyundai Blue Link) which will send a technician to help you out. Nissan Intelligent Key Fobs have some smart features that can prevent you from being locked out. Sensors inside your car will detect if the fob is still in the car's interior or trunk. It will send a vibrating and an audio alert to your fob so you can be sure you've left it inside the car. Certain models come with a physical key blade which you can use if the battery of your fob dies or something else goes wrong. You can unlock a hidden key on the Rogue by flipping the release button on the back. This only works only if you're within the sensor range of your Nissan. This method is more complicated than simply activating the ignition however it will reduce the time and hassle.