Nissan Pathfinder (2022 year). Manual in english — page 15

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®

Your vehicle can only be driven with the
Intelligent Keys which are registered to
your vehicle’s Intelligent Key System com-
ponents and NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System components.

Never leave these keys in the vehicle.

As many as four Intelligent Keys can be
registered and used with one vehicle. The
new keys must be registered prior to use
with the Intelligent Key System and NISSAN
Vehicle Immobilizer System of your vehicle.
It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service. Since the registra-
tion process requires erasing all memory in
the Intelligent Key components when reg-
istering new keys, be sure to take all Intelli-
gent Keys that you have to the NISSAN
dealer.

A key number plate is supplied with your
keys. Record the key number and keep it in
a safe place (such as your wallet), not in the
vehicle. If you lose your keys, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
duplicates by using the key number.
NISSAN does not record key numbers so it
is very important to keep track of your key
number plate.

A key number is only necessary when you
have lost all keys and do not have one to
duplicate from. If you still have a key, it can
be duplicated without knowing the key
number.

LPD2842

Type A (if so equipped)

1. Intelligent Key (two sets)

2. Mechanical key

3. Key number plate (one plate)

LPD2844

Type B (if so equipped)

LPD3021

Type C (if so equipped)

KEYS

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CAUTION

Listed below are conditions or occur-
rences which will damage the Intelli-
gent Key:

•

Do not allow the Intelligent Key,
which contains electrical compo-
nents, to come into contact with wa-
ter or salt water. This could affect the
system function.

•

Do not drop the Intelligent Key.

•

Do not strike the Intelligent Key
sharply against another object.

•

Do not change or modify the Intelli-
gent Key.

•

Wetting may damage the Intelligent
Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet,
immediately wipe until it is com-
pletely dry.

•

Do not place the Intelligent Key for an
extended period in an area where
temperatures exceed 140°F (60°C).

•

Do not attach the Intelligent Key with
a key holder that contains a magnet.

•

Do not place the Intelligent Key near
equipment that produces a magnetic
field, such as a TV, audio equipment
and personal computers.

If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen,
NISSAN recommends erasing the ID
code of that Intelligent Key from the
vehicle. This may prevent the unau-
thorized use of the Intelligent Key to
operate the vehicle. For information re-
garding the erasing procedure, it is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer.

Mechanical key

The Intelligent Key contains the mechani-
cal key.

To remove the mechanical key, release the
lock knob on the back of the Intelligent Key.

To install the mechanical key, firmly insert it
into the Intelligent Key until the lock knob
returns to the lock position.

Use the mechanical key to lock or unlock
the driver's door and glove box.

SPA1951

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3-3

CAUTION

Always carry the mechanical key in-
stalled in the Intelligent Key slot.

For additional information, see “Doors”
(P. 3-5) and “Glove box” (P. 2-104).

Valet hand-off

When you have to leave a key with a valet,
give them the Intelligent Key itself and keep
the mechanical key with you to protect
your belongings.

To prevent the glove box from being
opened during valet hand-off, follow the
procedure below.

1. Remove the mechanical key from the

Intelligent Key.

2. Lock the glove box with the mechanical

key.

3. Hand the Intelligent Key to the valet and

keep the mechanical key with you.

For additional information, see “Glove box”
(P. 2-104).

NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM KEYS

Additional or replacement keys:

If you still have a key, the key number is not
necessary when you need extra NISSAN
Vehicle Immobilizer System keys. Your ex-
isting key can be duplicated without know-
ing the key number. As many as four
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys
can be used with one vehicle. You should
bring all NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-
tem keys that you have to the NISSAN
dealer for registration. This is because the
registration process will erase the memory
of all key codes previously registered into
the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System. Af-
ter the registration process, these compo-
nents will only recognize keys coded into
the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
during registration. Any virtual key acces-
sories (if so equipped) will also have to be
reregistered. Any key that is not given to the
dealer at the time of registration will no
longer be able to start your vehicle.

CAUTION

Do not allow the immobilizer system
key, which contains an electrical tran-
sponder, to come into contact with wa-
ter or salt water. This could affect sys-
tem function.

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When the doors are locked using one of the
following methods, the doors cannot be
opened using the inside or outside door
handles. The doors must be unlocked to
open the doors.

WARNING

•

Always have the doors locked while
driving. Along with the use of seat
belts, this provides greater safety in
the event of an accident by helping to
prevent persons from being thrown
from the vehicle. This also helps keep
children and others from uninten-
tionally opening the doors, and will
help keep out intruders.

•

Before opening any door, always look
for and avoid oncoming traffic.

•

To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and/or its systems, including
entrapment in windows or inadver-
tent door lock activation, do not
leave children, people who require
the assistance of others or pets unat-
tended in your vehicle. Additionally,
the temperature inside a closed ve-
hicle on a warm day can quickly be-
come high enough to cause a signifi-
cant risk of injury or death to people
and pets.

LOCKING WITH KEY

To lock the door using the mechanical key,
turn the key toward the rear of the vehicle

O

2

. This will only lock the corresponding

door and will not activate the security sys-
tem. To arm the security system, press the

button on the Intelligent Key.

To unlock the corresponding door using
the mechanical key, turn the key toward
the front of the vehicle

O

1

. This will only

unlock the corresponding door and will not
disarm the security system.

For additional information, see “Security
systems” (P. 2-71).

LPD3159

Driver's side

DOORS

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3-5

LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB

To lock the door without the key, move the
inside lock knob to the lock position

O

1

,

then close the door.

To unlock the door without the key, move
the inside lock knob to the unlock position

O

2

.

LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR
LOCK SWITCH

To lock all the doors without a key, push the
door lock switch (driver's or front passen-
ger's side) to the lock position

O

1

. When

locking the door this way, be certain not to
leave the key inside the vehicle.

To unlock all the doors without a key, push
the door lock switch (driver's or front pas-
senger's side) to the unlock position

O

2

.

Lockout protection

When the power door lock switch (driver's
or front passenger's side) is moved to the
lock position with the Intelligent Key in the
vehicle while any door is open, a warning
chime will sound and all doors unlock
automatically.

AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS

• All doors lock automatically when the ve-

hicle speed reaches 15 mph (24 km/h).

• All doors unlock automatically when the

transmission is placed in the Shift to P
position or when the ignition switch is
placed in the OFF position.

LPD2862

Inside lock

LPD3167

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CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCK

Child safety locks help prevent the rear
doors from being opened accidentally, es-
pecially when small children are in the
vehicle.

The child safety lock levers are located on
the edge of the rear doors.

When the lever is in the LOCK position,
the door can be opened only from the
outside.

WARNING

•

Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those
who use a pacemaker should contact
the

electric

medical

equipment

manufacturer for the possible influ-
ences before use.

•

The Intelligent Key transmits radio
waves when the buttons are pressed.
The FAA advises the radio waves may
affect aircraft navigation and com-
munication systems. Do not operate
the Intelligent Key while on an air-
plane. Make sure the buttons are not
operated unintentionally when the
unit is stored for a flight.

The Intelligent Key system can operate all
the door locks using the remote control
function or touching the lock sensor on the
vehicle without taking the key out from a
pocket or purse. The operating environ-
ment and/or conditions may affect the In-
telligent Key system operation.

Be sure to read the following before using
the Intelligent Key system.

CAUTION

•

Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key
with you when operating the vehicle.

•

Never leave the Intelligent Key in the
vehicle when you leave the vehicle.

The Intelligent Key is capable of receiving
and transmitting radio waves. The Intelli-
gent Key system transmits weak radio
waves from various distances. Environ-
mental conditions may interfere with the
operation of the Intelligent Key system un-
der the following operating conditions:
• When operating near a location where

strong radio waves are transmitted, such
as a TV tower, power station and broad-
casting station.

• When in possession of wireless equip-

ment, such as a cellular telephone, trans-
ceiver, or a CB radio.

• When the Intelligent Key is in contact with

or covered by metallic materials.

• When any type of radio wave remote con-

trol is used nearby.

• When the Intelligent Key is placed near an

electric appliance such as a personal
computer.

• When the vehicle is parked near a parking

meter.

LPD3157

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® SYSTEM

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3-7

In such cases, correct the operating condi-
tions before using the Intelligent Key func-
tion or use the mechanical key.

Although the life of the battery varies de-
pending on the operating conditions, the
battery’s life is approximately two years. If
the battery is discharged, replace it with a
new one.

When the Intelligent Key battery is low, a
yellow indicator illuminates with the mes-
sage “Key Battery Low” in the vehicle infor-
mation display. For additional information,
see “Vehicle information display 7 inch (18
cm) Type A” (P. 2-22) or “Vehicle information
display 12.3 inch (31 cm) Type B” (P. 2-45).

Since the Intelligent Key is capable of re-
ceiving radio waves, if the key is left near
equipment which transmits strong radio
waves, such as signals from a TV and per-
sonal computer, the battery life may be-
come shorter.

For additional information, see “Battery re-
placement” (P. 8-25).

As many as four Intelligent Keys can be
registered and used with one vehicle. For
information about the purchase and use of
additional Intelligent Keys, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer.

OPERATING RANGE

The Intelligent Key functions can only be
used when the Intelligent Key is within the
specified operating range from the lock
sensor

O

1

.

When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-
charged or strong radio waves are present
near the operating location, the Intelligent
Key operating range becomes narrower,
and the Intelligent Key may not function
properly.

The operating range is within 31.5 in (80 cm)
from each lock sensor

O

1

.

If the Intelligent Key is too close to the door
glass, handle or rear bumper, the lock sen-
sors may not function.

When the Intelligent Key is within the oper-
ating range, it is possible for anyone, even
someone who does not carry the Intelli-
gent Key, to touch the lock sensor and the
capacity sensor to lock/unlock the doors.

LPD2929

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DOOR LOCKS/UNLOCKS
PRECAUTION

• Do not touch the door handle lock sensor

with the Intelligent Key held in your hand
as illustrated. The close distance to the
door handle will cause the Intelligent Key
system to have difficulty recognizing that
the Intelligent Key is outside the vehicle.

• After locking with the door handle lock

sensor, verify the doors are securely
locked by testing them.

• To prevent the Intelligent Key from being

left inside the vehicle, make sure you
carry the Intelligent Key with you and then
lock the doors.

• Do not pull the door handle before touch-

ing the door handle lock sensor. The door
will be unlocked but will not open. Release
the door handle once and pull it again to
open the door.

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®
OPERATION

You can lock or unlock the doors without
taking the Intelligent Key out of your pocket
or bag.

When you carry the Intelligent Key with you,
you can lock or unlock all doors by touch-
ing the door handle lock and capacitive
sensors within the range of operation.

LPD2554

LPD3160

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

3-9

Locking doors

1. Push the P (Park) button, place the igni-

tion switch in the LOCK position and
make sure you carry the Intelligent Key
with you.

2. Close all doors.

3. Push any door handle lock sensor while

carrying the Intelligent Key with you.

4. All doors will lock.

5. The hazard indicator lights flash twice

and the outside buzzer sounds twice.

NOTE:
• Lock sensors for all doors can be deacti-

vated when the Ext. Door Switch feature
is switched to OFF using the “Vehicle
Settings” menu in the vehicle informa-
tion display. For additional information,
see “Vehicle information display 7 inch
(18 cm) Type A” (P. 2-22) or “Vehicle infor-
mation display 12.3 inch (31 cm) Type B”
(P. 2-45).

• Doors do not lock with the door handle

lock sensor with the Intelligent Key in-
side the vehicle and a beep sounds to
warn you. However, when an Intelligent
Key is inside the vehicle, doors can be
locked with another Intelligent Key.

WARNING

After locking the doors using the lock
sensor, make sure that the doors have
been securely locked by operating the
door handles. Failure to follow these in-
structions may result in inadvertently
unlocking the doors, which may de-
crease the safety and security of your
vehicle.

CAUTION

•

When locking the doors using the
lock sensor, make sure to have the
Intelligent Key in your possession
before operating the lock sensor to
prevent the Intelligent Key from be-
ing left in the vehicle.

•

The lock sensor is operational only
when the Intelligent Key has been
detected

by

the

Intelligent

Key

system.

LPD3161

LPD3269

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Lockout protection

To prevent the Intelligent Key from being
accidentally locked in the vehicle, lockout
protection is equipped with the Intelligent
Key system.

When any door is open, the doors are
locked, and then the Intelligent Key is put
inside the vehicle and all the doors are
closed; a chime will sound and the lock will
automatically unlock.

NOTE:

The doors may not lock when the Intelli-
gent Key is in the same hand that is op-
erating the lock sensor to lock the door.
Put the Intelligent Key in a purse, pocket
or your other hand.

CAUTION

The lockout protection may not func-
tion under the following conditions:

•

When the Intelligent Key is placed on
top of the instrument panel.

•

When the Intelligent Key is placed in-
side the glove box or a storage bin.

•

When the Intelligent Key is placed in-
side the door pockets.

•

When the Intelligent Key is placed in-
side or near metallic materials.

Unlocking doors

1. Carry the Intelligent Key.

2. Wrap hand around the door handle to ac-

tivate the capacitive unlock sensor

O

A

.

When unlocking from the front passenger
doors, rear doors or liftgate, all vehicle
doors will unlock.
When unlocking from the driver’s door
handle, the driver’s door will unlock.

3. The warning indicator lights flash once

and the outside buzzer sounds once.

4. Driver door: release the door handle and

touch the lock sensor within 2 minutes
to unlock all doors

O

B

.

LPD3161

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3-11

NOTE:

Lock sensors for all doors can be deacti-
vated when the Ext. Door Switch feature is
switched to OFF using the “Vehicle Set-
tings” menu on the vehicle information
display. For additional information, see
“Vehicle information display 7 inch (18 cm)
Type A” (P. 2-22) or “Vehicle information
display 12.3 inch (31 cm) Type B” (P. 2-45).

If a door handle is pulled while unlocking
the doors, that door may not be unlocked.
Returning the door handle to its original
position will unlock the door. If the door
does not unlock after returning the door
handle, touch the door handle lock sensor
to unlock the door.

All doors will be locked automatically un-
less one of the following operations is per-
formed within 1 minute after touching the
lock sensor.
• Opening any door.
• Pushing the ignition switch.

Using the interior lights

The interior lights illuminate for a period of
time when a door is unlocked.

The lights can be turned off without waiting
by

performing

one

of

the

following

operations:
• Placing the ignition switch in the ON

position.

• Locking the doors with the Intelligent Key.
• Switching the interior light switch to the

OFF position.

• Switching the Auto Room Lamp feature

to the OFF position in the “Vehicle Set-
tings” menu on the vehicle information
display. For additional information, see
“Vehicle information display 7 inch (18 cm)
Type A” (P. 2-22) or “Vehicle information
display 12.3 inch (31 cm) Type B” (P. 2-45).

For additional information, see “Interior
lights” (P. 2-116).

LPD3185

LPD3270

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Pre-driving checks and adjustments

HOW TO USE THE REMOTE
KEYLESS ENTRY FUNCTION

The remote keyless entry function can op-
erate all door locks using the remote key-
less function of the Intelligent Key. The re-
mote keyless function can operate at a
distance of 33 ft (10 m) away from the ve-
hicle. The operating distance depends
upon the conditions around the vehicle.

The remote keyless entry function will not
function under the following conditions:
• When the Intelligent Key is not within the

operational range.

• When the doors or the rear liftgate are

open or not closed securely.

• When

the

Intelligent

Key

battery

is

discharged.

CAUTION

When locking the doors using the Intel-
ligent Key, be sure not to leave the key
in the vehicle.

Type A (if so equipped)

1.

(lock) button

2.

(unlock) button

3.

(panic) button

Type B (if so equipped)

1.

(remote engine start)

2.

(lock) button

3.

(unlock) button

4.

(panic) button

LPD3600

LPD3602

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

3-13

Type C (if so equipped)

1.

(remote engine start)

2.

(lock) button

3.

(unlock) button

4.

(liftgate) button

5.

(panic) button

Locking doors

1. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK

position.

2. Close all doors.

3. Press the

button on the Intelli-

gent Key.

4. The hazard indicator lights flash twice

and the horn beeps once.

5. All doors will be locked.

WARNING

After locking the doors using the Intel-
ligent Key, be sure that the doors have
been securely locked by operating the
door handles. Failure to follow these in-
structions may result in inadvertently
unlocking the doors, which may de-
crease the safety and security of your
vehicle.

Unlocking doors

1. Press the

button on the Intelligent

Key.

2. The hazard indicator lights flash once

and the driver’s door will unlock.

3. Press the

button again within 1

minute to unlock all doors and liftgate.

NOTE:

The Selective Unlock feature can be
changed using the “Vehicle Settings”
menu on the vehicle information display.
For additional information, see “Vehicle
information display 7 inch (18 cm) Type A”
(P. 2-22) or “Vehicle information display
12.3 inch (31 cm) Type B” (P. 2-45).

All doors will be locked automatically un-
less one of the following operations is per-
formed within 1 minute after pressing the

button:

• Opening any doors.
• Pushing the ignition switch.

Using the interior lights

The interior lights illuminate for a period of
time when a door is unlocked.

The lights can be turned off without waiting
by

performing

one

of

the

following

operations:
• Placing the ignition switch in the ON

position.

• Locking the doors with the Intelligent Key.
• Switching the interior light switch to the

OFF position.

LPD3026

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Pre-driving checks and adjustments

• Switching the Auto Room Lamp feature

to the OFF position in the “Vehicle Set-
tings” menu on the vehicle information
display. For additional information, see
“Vehicle information display 7 inch (18 cm)
Type A” (P. 2-22) or “Vehicle information
display 12.3 inch (31 cm) Type B” (P. 2-45).

For additional information, see “Interior
lights” (P. 2-116).

Opening windows

The Intelligent Key allows you to simultane-
ously open windows equipped with auto-
matic operation.

All doors must be closed and the key must
be outside the vehicle.

To open the windows, press and hold the

button on the Intelligent Key for

lon-

ger than 3 seconds

after all doors are

unlocked.

The door windows will open while pressing
the

button on the Intelligent Key.

To interrupt opening of the windows, re-
lease the

button.

Releasing the rear liftgate (if so
equipped)

The rear liftgate can be opened and closed
by performing the following:
• Press the

button for longer than 1

second to open the rear liftgate.

• Press the

button again for longer

than 1 second to close the rear liftgate.

When the

button is pressed during

the open or close process the liftgate will
stop. When pressed again, the liftgate will
reverse and go in the opposite direction.

Using the panic alarm

If you are near your vehicle and feel threat-
ened, you may activate the panic alarm to
call attention by pressing and holding the

button on the Intelligent Key for

lon-

ger than 0.5 seconds.

The panic alarm and headlights will stay on
for a period of time.

The panic alarm stops when:
• It has run for a period of time.
• Any button is pressed on the Intelligent

Key.

• The lock sensor on the driver or passen-

ger door is pushed and the Intelligent Key
is in range of the door handle.

Answer back horn feature

If desired, the answer back horn feature
can be deactivated using the Intelligent
Key. When it is deactivated and the
button is pressed, the hazard indicator
lights flash twice. When the

button is

pressed, neither the hazard indicator lights
nor the horn operates.

NOTE:

If you can change the Answer Back Horn
feature with the Intelligent Key, the ve-
hicle information display screen will
show the current mode after the ignition
switch has been cycled from the OFF to
the ON position. The vehicle information
display screen can also be used to
change the answer back horn mode.
For additional information, see “Vehicle
information display 7 inch (18 cm) Type A”
(P. 2-22) or “Vehicle information display
12.3 inch (31 cm) Type B” (P. 2-45).

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To deactivate:

Press and hold the

and

but-

tons

for at least 2 seconds.

The hazard

indicator lights will flash three times to con-
firm that the answer back horn feature has
been deactivated.

To activate:

Press and hold the

and

but-

tons

for at least 2 seconds once more.

The hazard indicator lights will flash once
and the horn will sound once to confirm
that the horn beep feature has been
reactivated.

Deactivating the horn beep feature does
not silence the horn if the alarm is
triggered.

Intelligent Key button operation
light

The light blinks only when you press any
button on the Intelligent Key. The light illu-
mination only signifies that the key fob has
transmitted a signal. You may look and/or
listen to verify that the vehicle has per-
formed the intended operation.

If the light does not blink, your battery may
be too weak to communicate to the ve-
hicle. If this occurs, the battery may need to
be replaced. For additional information re-

garding the replacement of a battery, see
“Battery replacement” (P. 8-25).

WARNING SIGNALS

To help prevent the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly by erroneous operation of
the Intelligent Key or to help prevent the
vehicle from being stolen, a chime or
buzzer sounds from inside and outside the
vehicle and a warning is displayed in the
instrument panel.

When a chime or beep sounds or a warning
is displayed, be sure to check the vehicle
and the Intelligent Key.

For additional information, see “Trouble-
shooting guide” (P. 3-16) and “Vehicle infor-
mation display 7 inch (18 cm) Type A”
(P. 2-22) or “Vehicle information display 12.3
inch (31 cm) Type B” (P. 2-45).

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Verify the location of all Intelligent Keys that
are programmed for the vehicle. If another
Intelligent Key is in range or inside the ve-
hicle, the vehicle system may respond dif-
ferently than expected.

LPD2836

3-16

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Symptom

Possible Cause

Remedy

When shifting the shift position to the
P (Park) position

The Push ignition to OFF warning ap-
pears in the display.

The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.

Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.

When opening the driver's door to get
out of the vehicle

The Door/Liftgate Open warning ap-
pears on the display and the inside
warning chime sounds continuously.

The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.

Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.

When closing the door after getting
out of the vehicle

The No Key Detected warning appears
on the display, the outside chime
sounds three times and the inside
warning chime sounds for approxi-
mately 3 seconds.

The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.

Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.

The Rear Door Alert warning message
appears on the display, the horn
sounds three times twice, or a “Check
Back Seat For All Articles” warning ap-
pears on the display.

The Rear Door Alert is activated.

Check the back seat for all articles,
press the OK button to clear the Rear
Door Alert warning message.

When closing the door with the inside
lock knob turned to LOCK

The outside chime sounds for approxi-
mately 3 seconds and all the doors
unlock.

The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.

Carry the Intelligent Key with you.

When touching the door handle lock
sensor or the

button on the

Intelligent Key to lock the door

The outside chime sounds for approxi-
mately 2 seconds.

The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.

Carry the Intelligent Key with you.

When pushing the ignition switch to
start the engine

The Key low battery warning appears
on the display.

The battery charge is low.

Replace the battery with a new one.
For additional information, see “Battery
replacement” (P. 8-25).

The No Key Detected warning appears
on the display, the outside chime
sounds three times and the inside
warning chime sounds for approxi-
mately 3 seconds.

The Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle.

Carry the Intelligent Key with you.

When pushing the ignition switch

The I-Key System Error warning mes-
sage in the vehicle information display
appears.

It warns of a malfunction with the Intel-
ligent Key system.

It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN dealer.

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