Nissan Pathfinder: NISSAN Intelligent Key system

• Basic Information
• Operating range
• How to use the remote keyless entry function
• Walk away lock function

Basic Information

WARNING

• Radio waves could adversely affect electric medical equipment. Those who use a pacemaker should contact the electric medical equipment manufacturer for the possible influences before use.
• The Intelligent Key transmits radio waves when the buttons are pressed.

  The FAA advises the radio waves may affect aircraft navigation and communication systems. Do not operate the Intelligent Key while on an airplane.

  Make sure the buttons are not operated unintentionally when the unit is stored for a flight.

• Before leaving the vehicle, engage the P (Park) position and check that the electronic parking brake warning light is illuminated to confirm that the electronic parking brake is applied.

  The electronic parking brake warning light will remain on for a period of time after the driver's door is locked.

• Make sure to engage the P (Park) position and apply the parking brake when parking your vehicle, entering or exiting the vehicle or loading luggage.

  Failure to do so could cause the vehicle to move or roll away unexpectedly and result in serious personal injury or property damage.

The Intelligent Key system can operate all the door locks using the remote control function or pushing the request switch on the vehicle without taking the key out from a pocket or purse. The operating environment and/or conditions may affect the Intelligent 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 Intelligent Key system transmits weak radio waves from various distances. Environmental conditions may interfere with the operation of the Intelligent Key system under the following operating conditions:

• When operating near a location where strong radio waves or noises are transmitted, such as a TV tower, power station and broadcasting station.
• When in possession of wireless equipment, such as a cellular telephone, transceiver, or a CB radio.
• When the Intelligent Key is in contact with or covered by metallic materials.
• When any type of radio wave remote control 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.

In such cases, correct the operating conditions before using the Intelligent Key function or use the mechanical key.

Although the life of the battery varies depending 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 message "Key Battery Low" in the vehicle information display. For additional information, see "Vehicle information display 7 inch (18 cm) Type A" or "Vehicle information display 12.3 inch (31 cm) Type B".

Since the Intelligent Key is capable of receiving radio waves, if the key is left near equipment which transmits strong radio waves, such as signals from a TV and personal computer, the battery life may become shorter.

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 recommended 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 door handle request switch 1 or 2 (if so equipped).

When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged 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 request switch 1 or 2 (if so equipped).

If the Intelligent Key is too close to the door glass, handle or rear bumper, the request switches may not function.

When the Intelligent Key is within the operating range, it is possible for anyone, even someone who is not carrying the Intelligent Key, to push the request switch and to lock/unlock the doors.

Door locks/unlocks precaution

• Do not push the door handle request switch 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 request switch, 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.

NISSAN Intelligent Key Operation

Basic Information

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 pushing the door handle request switch within the range of operation.

Locking doors

Basic Information

1. Press the P (Park) button, place the ignition switch in the LOCK position and make sure you carry the Intelligent Key with you.

2. Close all doors.

3. Push any door handle request switch 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:

• Request switches for all doors can be deactivated when the Ext. Door Switch feature is switched to OFF using the "Vehicle Settings" menu in the vehicle information display.
• Doors do not lock by pushing the door handle request switch with the Intelligent Key inside 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 request switch, make sure that the doors have been securely locked by operating the door handles.

CAUTION

• When locking the doors using the request switch, make sure to have the Intelligent Key in your possession before operating the request switch to prevent the Intelligent Key from being left in the vehicle.
• The request switch is operational only when the Intelligent Key has been detected by the Intelligent Key system.

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 side door is opened, the doors are locked, and then the Intelligent Key is left inside the vehicle and all the doors are closed; a chime will sound and the doors will automatically unlock.

NOTE: The doors may not lock when the Intelligent Key is in the same hand that is operating the request switch to lock the door. Put the Intelligent Key in a purse, pocket or your other hand.

CAUTION The lockout protection may not function under the following conditions:

• When the Intelligent Key is placed on top of the instrument panel.
• When the Intelligent Key is placed inside the glove box or a storage bin.
• When the Intelligent Key is placed inside the door pockets.
• When the Intelligent Key is placed inside or near metallic materials.

Unlocking doors

Unlocking from doors:

1. Carry the Intelligent Key.

2. Push the door handle request switch A while carrying the Intelligent Key with you.

• When unlocking from the driver's door handle, the driver's door will unlock.
• To unlock all doors push the request switch OA a second time within 30 seconds.
• When unlocking from the front passenger door, all vehicle doors will unlock.
• To allow driver and passenger doors to unlock at the same time from driver's door handle, turn off the Selective Unlock feature in the vehicle settings menu.

3. The hazard indicator lights flash once and the outside buzzer sounds once.

Unlocking from liftgate:

1. Carry the Intelligent Key.

2. Push the liftgate opener switch B , the liftgate will unlock. Push the liftgate request switch C within 5 seconds to unlock all doors.

3. The hazard indicator lights flash once and the outside buzzer sounds once.

NOTE: Request switches for all doors can be deactivated when the Ext. Door Switch feature is switched to OFF using the "Vehicle Settings" menu on the vehicle information display.

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, push the door handle request switch to unlock the door.

All doors will be locked automatically unless one of the following operations is performed within 30 seconds after pushing the request switch.

• 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 Settings" menu on the vehicle information display.

How to use the remote keyless entry function

Basic Information

The remote keyless entry function can operate all door locks using the remote keyless function of the Intelligent Key. The remote keyless function can operate at a distance of 33 ft (10 m) away from the vehicle.

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 Intelligent Key battery is discharged.

CAUTION When locking the doors using the Intelligent 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

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 Intelligent 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 Intelligent Key, be sure that the doors have been securely locked by operating the door handles. Failure to follow these instructions may result in inadvertently unlocking the doors, which may decrease 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 the liftgate.

NOTE: The Selective Unlock feature can be changed using the "Vehicle Settings" menu on the vehicle information display.

All doors will be locked automatically unless one of the following operations is performed 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.
• Switching the Auto Room Lamp feature to the OFF position in the "Vehicle Settings" menu on the vehicle information display.

Opening windows

The Intelligent Key allows you to simultaneously open windows equipped with automatic 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 longer 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, release 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 threatened, you may activate the panic alarm to call attention by pressing and holding the button on the Intelligent Key for longer 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 request switch on the driver or passenger door is pushed and the Intelligent Key is in range of the door handle.

Horn beeps on lock feature

If desired, the horn beeps on lock 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 Horn beeps on lock feature with the Intelligent Key, the vehicle 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 horn beeps on lock mode.

To deactivate:

Press and hold the and buttons for at least 5 seconds. The hazard indicator lights will flash three times to confirm that the horn beeps on lock feature has been deactivated.

To activate:

Press and hold the and buttons for at least 5 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 illumination only signifies that the key fob has transmitted a signal. You may look and/or listen to verify that the vehicle has performed the intended operation.

If the light does not blink, your battery may be too weak to communicate to the vehicle.

If this occurs, the battery may need to be replaced.

Approach unlock function

When you approach the vehicle with the Intelligent Key, the vehicle will be unlocked automatically by the approach unlock function. This function is disabled by the default setting. You can enable this function by the vehicle information display.

Walk away lock function

When you walk away from the vehicle with the Intelligent Key, the vehicle will be locked automatically by the walk-away lock function.

This function is disabled by the default setting. You can enable this function by the vehicle information display.

NOTE:

• When the doors are locked by the walk away lock function, the hazard indicator flash twice. Be sure to confirm the door locks before you leave the vehicle.
• The walk-away lock function may not operate under the following conditions:
  • When the door(s) and/or the liftgate are not closed securely.
  • When the engine is running.
  • When the Intelligent Key is placed inside of the vehicle.
  • When you place the Intelligent Key outside of the vehicle for a period of time. (When a door is opened and closed, the walk-away lock function will be activated.)

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.

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 vehicle, the vehicle system may respond differently than expected.

Symptom: When opening the driver's door to get out of the vehicle> The Door/Liftgate Open warning appears on the display and the inside warning chime sounds continuously.

• Possible Cause: The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.
• Remedy: Place the ignition switch in the OFF position.

Symptom: When closing the door after getting out of the vehicle and carrying the Intelligent Key with you> The No Key Detected warning appears on the display, the outside chime sounds three times and the inside warning chime sounds for approximately 3 seconds.

• Possible Cause: The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position and the Intelligent Key is outside the vehicle.
• Remedy: Place the ignition switch in the OFF position.

Symptom: When closing the door after getting out of the vehicle and carrying the Intelligent Key with you> The Rear Door Alert warning message appears on the display, the horn sounds three times twice, or a "Check Rear Seat For All Articles" warning appears on the display.

• Possible Cause: The Rear Door Alert is activated.
• Remedy: Check the back seat for all articles, press the OK button to clear the Rear Door Alert warning message.

Symptom: When closing the door with the inside lock knob turned to LOCK> The outside chime sounds for approximately 3 seconds and all the doors unlock.

• Possible Cause: The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.
• Remedy: Carry the Intelligent Key with you.

Symptom: When pushing the door handle request switch or the button on the Intelligent Key to lock the door> The outside chime sounds for approximately 2 seconds.

• Possible Cause: The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.
• Remedy: Carry the Intelligent Key with you.

Symptom: When pushing the ignition switch to start the engine> The Key low battery warning appears on the display.

• Possible Cause: The battery charge is low.
• Remedy: Replace the battery with a new one.

Symptom: When pushing the ignition switch> The Key System Error warning message in the vehicle information display appears.

• Possible Cause: It warns of a malfunction with the Intelligent Key system.
• Remedy: It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer.