2002 Infiniti I35FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Additional Master Key Registration

NOTE: Master key is a Black-colored ignition key that opens all locks.
  1. Ensure all doors are closed and there is no ignition key in ignition lock cylinder. Insert registered master key into ignition lock cylinder. Within 15 seconds of inserting master key into ignition lock cylinder, repeatedly turn ignition switch to from LOCK to ON position 5 times, and then open and close the driver's door 6 times. Driver's door must be opened and closed within 15 seconds after inserting master key into ignition lock cylinder.
  2. Within 20 seconds of opening and closing the driver's door 6 times, remove master key from ignition lock cylinder. Master key must be removed from ignition lock cylinder within 20 seconds after the first opening and closing of the driver's door.
  3. Within 10 seconds of removing master key from ignition lock cylinder, insert master key to be registered in ignition lock cylinder.
  4. Within 10 seconds of inserting master key to be registered in ignition lock cylinder, turn ignition switch to from LOCK to ON position. Leave ignition switch in ON position for at least 60 seconds.
  5. After ignition switch has been in ON position for at least 60 seconds, turn ignition off and remove ignition key from ignition lock cylinder. If registering additional master keys, repeat process starting with step Β 3 within 10 seconds. Once all master keys are registered, open and close the driver's door.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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