What You Need to Know About Your Nissan Key Fob

You’ve either lost your Nissan keyfob or it has stopped functioning. Before you panic or contact the dealer, go back and look at where you last had it.

It’s not difficult to swap the battery on your Nissan key fob. It may be difficult initially but you’ll get grasp of it quickly.

Smart Keys Keys

The key fob that was included with the key fob that came with your Nissan is an essential element of the car’s sophisticated keyless entry system. It connects to the vehicle’s electronic system to open doors or start the engine, and has a practical design that’s easy to keep in your pocket. A key fob also offers convenience features like an alarm that can be locked out that ensures you won’t leave the vehicle with the keys inside.

As opposed to earlier models of key fobs which required you to insert the key in the ignition slot to access the vehicle’s onboard systems smart keys operate wirelessly. When you are near the vehicle the Nissan senses the Intelligent Key fob’s proximity to it and activates its internal functions. This could mean opening and locking the doors, raising or lowering the tailgate, or even starting up the engine.

Certain smart key models have an unnoticed metal key for valet parking purposes. The key can be taken from a release located on the side of Smart Key fobs to lock the trunk or glovebox prior to giving it to valet. The Smart Key fob has a charging pocket that can be used to charge the battery even when it is not in use.

If your Nissan’s Intelligent Key fob isn’t working as it should, you’ll have to replace the batteries. Most fobs use CR2025 or CR2032 batteries. Instructions to change the batteries can be found in your owner’s manual.

Intelligent Key Fob

Nissan Intelligent Key Fobs allow you to open your car’s doors and start the engine at a touch of a button. It also allows you to activate presets to suit your preferences. For The KeyLab can adjust the mirrors and seat to ensure maximum comfort. You can even control the music through your smartphone, so you don’t have to leave your car.

Intelligent Key Fob have a built-in antenna, which transmits a signal when you approach your vehicle or press one of its buttons. Once your vehicle receives this signal it activates the system, unlocking or locking doors, launching the engine, as well as opening the trunk. To test the fob out remove yourself from your vehicle and click on the buttons. If the lights flash, or the horn sounds sound, you have successfully programmed the Intelligent Key Fob.

Batteries are required for the operation of Intelligent Key Fobs. Our Parts Department will help you quickly and easily replace it if yours runs out. To do this, remove the key that is hidden and then access the battery compartment of your key fob. Replace the battery with a new one after removing the previous one. Make sure the positive side of the new battery is facing the same direction as the old one did. Finally close the compartment for the battery and return the key to its safe place within the case.

Remote Start

Nissan remote start permits drivers to heat or cool their vehicles from outside, provided they’re within the operating range. The ignition of the car is activated by pressing the button on a key fob or smartphone application. The remote start system can also engage climate control, allowing the driver to set their preferred temperature. Some systems feature two-way communications that lets the driver be aware of what’s happening inside their vehicle.

Low battery power is the most frequent reason behind your remote not working. The key fob is powered by a small, replaceable battery that lasts around two years before it’s time to be replaced. The battery can be replaced quickly, but you’ll need to know where the hidden key is on your Intelligent Key Fob and how to open the compartment of the battery.

To do this, flip your fob over and press the hidden key release latch that is located on the back of the key pad. Once the keypad is open remove the battery and replace them with fresh ones. Be sure that the new battery matches the size and layout of the previous one. Make sure to replace the key hidden in the case and restore the key fob to its original configuration before closing the outer case. Contact our parts department for help in replacing your Intelligent Key fob battery.

Lockout Protection

Lockout protection stops lockouts that are caused by impedance failure. A special module in power control unit monitors the activity of the impedance relay, and disables the output. This feature is accessible on vehicles equipped with the Smart Key system, or through the vehicle’s personalization menu.

Many serious accidents have occurred as a result of machines started to run when it was supposed to be turned off to prevent repairs or maintenance. These incidents are typically the result of energy that was not released correctly. Lock-out tag-out (LOTO) systems can prevent these incidents by ensuring that the machines remain off until an authorized person releases them.

The LOTO system is comprised of a set of locks tags, locks and other devices that are used to isolate, secure or shut off the device from electrical power. All “affected”, “authorized” and “qualified” personnel must be trained on the use of lockout and tagout devices. These devices include, but are not limited, to locks, chains and padlocks. Each device is singularly identified and labeled, including the date and the time of application, the name of the person who is authorized to use it, and the reason for the lockout/tag-out (repair or maintenance, for example). It should also be clearly stated that these devices cannot be removed until a complete LOTO procedure has been carried out.