Although automotive technology is constantly evolving, it is not without its flaws. It is possible that if you own a Nissan, and enter, expecting to get on your way quickly. However, just as you push the start button, you get a notification on your dash saying, “key ID is incorrect.”
What is the big deal? Before you lose your cool, you decide to do a quick search on why you are getting that notification, and bingo, here you are. We have done our homework in this article and can provide you with the information you need to get your car running again.
Your Nissan may say Key ID Incorrect because your key is low on battery, the key may be faulty, or your key is not programmed. If replacing the battery and/or programming the key doesn’t fix the issue, you may need to get a new key fob.
The Nissan Qashqai, Nissan Juke, Nissan Pathfinder, Nissan Note, and Nissan Micra tend to have this issue. However, it is most prevalent in the Qashqai.
Back in the day, cars went to sleep and rested when you switched them off and then turned the ignition back on again to wake them back up again.
When you go into your automobile these days, it continually scans for your smart key. As a result, pressing the start button is all that is required once you are inside the vehicle because it can sense the key.
The problem occurs when “Key ID Incorrect” is shown. For whatever reason, the car’s automated system is not operating. The following are reasons why your car might say key Id incorrect:
As a first step, you should check the battery in your car key. It might have been a long time since you changed it. If you replaced it recently, then you need to check if the quality was of a high standard.
When you get into your Nissan, the car will send out a signal seeking your key fob, but the key fob will not be able to respond because of its dead batteries. That is why, even if you have your key fob in your pocket, the car will tell you that the key ID is wrong.
The automobile may be unable to read the key. Key cannot respond to its cries for help because it lacks the energy to do so.
All proximity or “smart” keys have the same problem: faulty, low-quality key batteries are the main culprit. After spending thousands of dollars on a car, it is only normal to get high-quality batteries.
Changing the battery can resolve this issue. Nissan’s keyless entry remotes use 3V coin batteries. Key fob batteries may be replaced with this handy device. Changing the key battery requires extreme caution; for additional information, see this page.
Several factors are responsible for this, including:
It is possible to damage the key with a screwdriver that goes awry when replacing the key battery.
The “key ID Incorrect” notification may seem to appear for no evident reason. Your automobile key will appear new on the inside with a new key battery. But these Nissan remote keys suddenly die, with no evident damage, and that is the current situation. The key may have been dropped a few times.
If your key fob is broken, you will need to get a new one. Internal components of the key fob are brittle and may shatter if dropped repeatedly. You will have to repair or replace an internal element if it is broken.
Since most key fob damages are too miniature to be worked on, a complete internal board replacement is usually necessary. Do yourself a favor and get a new one rather than deal with the trouble.
In most cases, if your key fob breaks, you will need to purchase a new one. When handling the fob, take care not to drop it too frequently.
This is terrible news if your car key falls into the water accidentally. When your key becomes wet, you are in a race against the clock to get it dry. Saving the key is possible, but do not wait too long. There will be telltale evidence if your key has ever been wet.
Ordinarily, one may see a white “tide-mark.” Afterward, a green tint will appear and become white ‘rust.’ Rust, of course, is another evident sign. This will give a “Key ID Incorrect” error!
This is a typical cause of the ‘Key ID incorrect’ error message. Maybe the auto salesman ordered the key from Nissan but did not have time to get it programmed, or someone forgot. Perhaps you’ve never used the key to start the car?
We usually encounter this just after a vehicle has been sold. Sometimes you are handed a pair of keys, but you have only tried one to check whether it functions.
Even if the key has to be programmed, it is not a big deal. You may get it done from either the dealership or a skilled auto locksmith. A professional diagnostic tool is required to program a new key.
Follow these instructions to program a Nissan key fob:
The first thing is to get the car moving so you can get to a garage or a dealer. This is usually quite straightforward. The car will show how to start the car with the emergency option.
When you place the fob on top of the button, wait for a few seconds for the vehicle to recognize it. After that, use the key fob to push the button. The car will start if the key has been programmed. After that, you can check why the car key is misbehaving.
It is best to get the key checked out by your local dealer or, even better, an Auto Locksmith.
The process of resetting your old Nissan key fob is like programming a new one. Insert the key into the keyhole and lock all the doors. Remove and slot in the key repeatedly six to ten times until the hazards light up twice.
Once you notice the light, turn the key to accessory power and push any button on your key fob. If it worked, the hazard lights would flash.
This process will reset and connect your key fob. You may have to follow these processes again if you try it unsuccessfully the first time.
Even if your Nissan’s key fob is dead, you can still drive, thanks to a workaround. The chip in the remote sends a signal to the automobile to start the engine if you press it against the “start/stop” button.
There is an emergency key in the remote beneath a sliding panel if you are locked out of the car. You can enter your vehicle with that key.
Sometimes after changing the battery in your Nissan Key Fob, it might not work. This may be because the key itself has suffered damage. By dropping the key fob over time, you may inadvertently harm some internal components.
If the crucial components are damaged beyond repair, your key fob may cease operating. If the problem is not a power shortage, changing the battery will not solve it. The problem is with the electronics, which have malfunctioned.
In most cases, your key fob will not function, and you will need to replace it. To fix it, you will likely have to pay as much as you would for a new one. Buying a new one is the best course of action in this case.
A new key for your automobile is not cheap, not to mention a key fob. Replacement keys for your Nissan would cost around $160. If you want a key fob key, expect to pay about $340.
However, it is usual for a key fob to cost this much money. Other third-party key fobs are also compatible with Nissan vehicles, but you should be wary of these devices.
Even though they are just $20-$50, they have a bad reputation for malfunctioning or breaking too rapidly. You get what you pay for here.
It can be quite unnerving to try and start your car and get the incorrect Key ID message. We hope this tutorial helped you discover the problem with your key fob and provided you with the information you needed to fix it. Follow these instructions to get your key fob up and running again.
