Owners of other Nissan or Infiniti vehicles such as the Versa, Maxima, Juke, Rogue, Altima, Xterra, Sentra, Murano, Cube, Armada, Leaf, Quest, Frontier, Teana, 370Z, GT-R, Titan, G25, G37, M35, QX56, QX60 and M37 may also find these DIY instructions to be helpful.
A replacement coin cell (A.K.A. "button" or "watch") battery is part number CR2032 which is available at Walmart, CVS, Walgreens or online at Amazon.com.
The only tool needed to access and replace the key fob battery is a flathead screwdriver or a plastic pry bar tool.
If your Pathfinder key fob isn't open doors well, the battery probably must to be replaced. Below, you will benefit from knowing how to disassembly Nissan remote key fob and change a discharged battery yourself. If you decide to do it at home near Pathfinder, use this guide, but don't forget to check tools and materials required.
What type battery does 2015 Nissan Pathfinder keyless entry remote take
Replacing battery in key fob require flat head screwdriver and one CR2032 battery. Prepare these materials and tools before opening and make sure to match the size of your keyless entry fob's batteries.- 1xCR2032 battery
- flat head screwdriver
Step by step guide
Inside of your remote key fob installed tiny button battery. Remove any internal key first, and then try to pry apart the remote key fob.
Gently try to open your key fob with hands or flat head screwdriver. Remove 1 CR2032 battery with flat head screwdriver.
Get new battery and install it inside fob’s case. Be sure to connect the battery the right way around in a circuit. Your key will not work if you connect battery wrong way.
When the new battery installed, check key fob by pressing buttons. If everything working properly, assemble your keyless entry fob's body in reverse order.
At this point squeeze fob’s back cover together. Line your case two halves together and assemble it in place by hands from top to bottom. Check your key case for gaps. If it is not firmly closed try to repeat last step.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size of battery does a 2015 Nissan Pathfinder keyless entry remote require?
Key fob of Nissan Pathfinder require 1xCR2032 batteries. Price for CR2032 batteries are under $4-6 build upon the size packaging, brand and type you buy. You can take old battery to the store, with you to find a proper replacement.
Do I have to reprogram my key fob after battery replacement?
Often, after key fob battery replace, you do not need to reprogram. Don't be scare of this procedure, because often it's described in user's manual.
Can I replace keyless entry remote battery in my car myself?
Changing your keyless entry remote battery is easy to do in 2015 Nissan Pathfinder. Most of car manufacturers think of the clients and make a special hole for remote key fob open.
How much does it cost to change a keyless entry fob's battery?
Car service cost for replace the battery in fob is from $30 to as high as $500 depending on the brand.
How regularly should keyless entry remote batteries be changed?
You should change batteries inside remote key fob of modern cars at least every three years. The lifetime of battery differ on their amount of use, quality and operating conditions. Famous brands cells normally will last longer.
How do you know if your remote key fob needs a new battery?
These symptoms will warn you that it's probably time to replace battery in your 2015 Nissan Pathfinder: signal strength reduced, key fob buttons not working, you didn't change battery more than 4 years and low key battery indicator on dashboard.
You press the unlock button on your key fob. Nothing happens. You get a bit closer to your vehicle and try again. Still nothing. It has a dead battery. What a pain! No worries. It’s a simple fix that only takes a minute or two.
Here’s how to change a dead battery on your Nissan key fob. Keep reading for our step-by-step guide.
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Changing Nissan Key Fob Battery
While changing out your Nissan model’s key fob battery is a straightforward process, it does involve touching sensitive and fragile electronics. To avoid damage to the key fob, make sure to wear a pair of gloves (latex or non-latex substitute). The Nissan key fob uses a CR2032 3V battery. You can usually get a multipack of these for under $5 USD. You’ll also need a small flathead screwdriver.
- Flip Nissan key fob to back side
- Move small slider to unlock emergency key
- Remove emergency key
- On the top of the key fob, locate open notch between front and back halves of fob
- Insert flathead screwdriver into notch
- Turn screwdriver until front and back fob halves separate
- In the back fob half, locate the dead CR2032 3V battery
- With the flathead screwdriver, pop out dead battery
- Insert new CR2032 3V battery + side down
- Click new battery into place
- Line up front and back fob halves
- Squeeze them back together until everything clicks into place
- Replace emergency key into its slot
- Move slider back into place to secure emergency key
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Not really comfortable with doing this yourself? That’s totally fine! Our Service team at Palm Springs Nissan will be glad to help. Simply schedule an appointment and we’ll get you in as soon as possible. And don’t forget to check our service specials beforehand to make sure you’re getting the lowest price possible.