2004 Infiniti FX45FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

System Description: Notes

  • The Intelligent Key system is a system which can lock and unlock the doors (door lock function) and start the engine (engine start function) by carrying around the Intelligent Key, which operates based on the results of electrical key-ID verification using two-way communications between the Intelligent Key and the vehicle
  • Operation of the remote control buttons on the Intelligent Key also provides the same functions as the remote control entry system. (Remote control entry functions)
  • As an ignition key warning function, when a door is locked or unlocked with entry switch or remote controller button operation, the hazard lamps flash and the Intelligent Key warning buzzer sounds.
  • Even if the vehicle or Intelligent Key battery runs down, the door can be locked and unlocked and the engine started with the mechanical key built into the Intelligent Key.
  • If an Intelligent Key was lost, a new Intelligent Key can be registered. A maximum of 4 Intelligent Keys can be registered.
  • It has been made possible to diagnose the system, change the function setting and register an Intelligent Key with the CONSULT-II.
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