What does i key system error mean on a Nissan Altima?

What does i key system error mean on a Nissan Altima?

The I-Key System Error message warns of a malfunction with the Intelligent Key system. If the light comes on while the engine is stopped, it may be impossible to start the engine. If the light comes on while the engine is running, you can drive the vehicle.

Why is my I key not working on my Nissan Altima?

On the Altima/Pathfinder the button works a spring- loaded shaft, which in turn activates a switch at the base of the shaft. If the shaft freezes from rust, the BCM detects that the detente isn’t working and “I-Key System Error” displays in the cluster. This usually also makes programming a new key impossible.

Why is my I-key system not working?

Once you press the button, the switch is off or if off if not in park. When I turned the car on and switched it to drive the i-key system error came on. The drive indicator showed the correct gear and the car ran fine. When I scanned the car, b2603 came up.

Why is my car key not working on my car?

Faulty, cheap, low quality key batteries, are the biggest cause of problems we see in all makes of proximity or ‘smart’ keys. We find it unbelievable that a £15,000 car, has a penny car key battery fitted inside the car key. So buy a recognised brand This could be for a number of reasons.

How can I get my Nissan car to start?

Place the fob on top of the button and wait for the car to recognise it for a few seconds. The press the button with the key fob as shown. If the key is programmed, the car will start!

Why is my Nissan Altima saying I-Key System Error?

Hey guys, had a question and was wondering if anyone knew the solution. I have a 2014 Altima 2.5 S. When getting in last night the message “I-key system error” was on the dash display. The manual says go see a dealer but I wanted to know if I could fix the error myself.

Why does my Nissan Altima not start up?

I am a recent owner of a 2014 Nissan Altima. Bought it from dealership, 1 yr old. Over the past 5 weeks, I have had a problem starting the car (now at 4 incidents). When I press the brake pedal and then push the start button, the car freezes and will not start. There is no sound of the engine attempting to turn over.

Why does my Nissan Smart Key not work?

The engine, battery and power steering indicators are highlighted in the dash along with I-key system error intermittently with ‘press brake & start button’. The start button light is on, radio, fans, door locks, power windows all work. The front lights do not. The trunk release on the smart key does not work for some reason. Gear shift works.

What to do if your car key is not programmed?

Place the fob on top of the button and wait for the car to recognise it for a few seconds. The press the button with the key fob as shown. If the key is programmed, the car will start! It’s now time to find out why the car key is playing up.

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