2004 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Check Key Fob Battery and Function: Notes

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  1. CHECK KEY FOB BATTERY 
    1. Remove key fob battery. Refer to KEY FOB BATTERY REPLACEMENT .
    2. Check voltage between battery positive and negative terminals, (+) and (-).

      Voltage: 2.5V - 3.0V 

    NOTE: Key fob does not function if battery is not set correctly.

    OK or NG 

    1. OK: GO TO 2.
    2. NG: Replace battery.
      Fig 1: Checking Key Fob Battery
      G01198502Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

  2. CHECK KEY FOB FUNCTION 

    With CONSULT-II 

    Check key fob function in DATA MONITOR mode with CONSULT-II.

    When pushing each button of key fob, the corresponding monitor item should be turned as follows. 

    Fig 2: Checking Key Fob Function In Data Monitor Mode With Consult-II (1 Of 2)
    G01198503Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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