Lost your key fob or need to program a new one for your 2004 Nissan Armada? Don’t worry, programming your key fob can be a straightforward process you can do right at home. This guide will walk you through each step to get your 2004 Nissan Armada Key Fob working again, ensuring you regain convenient access to your vehicle. Make sure you have all your key fobs that you intend to use with your vehicle present before starting this procedure, as any fob not programmed during this process will no longer work.
Step-by-Step Programming Guide for Your 2004 Nissan Armada Key Fob
Follow these instructions carefully to successfully program your 2004 Nissan Armada key fob:
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Prepare Your Vehicle: Begin by closing and locking all doors of your Nissan Armada. Use the power lock switch located on the driver’s side door panel to ensure all doors are securely locked.
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Enter Programming Mode: This step requires a specific key insertion sequence. Insert your key into the ignition switch, and then remove it completely. Repeat this insert and remove action at least six times, but no more than ten times, within a 10-second period. It’s crucial to maintain a rhythm of approximately one insert and removal per second. You may need to repeat this step up to 12 times. If done correctly, the hazard lamps will flash, indicating that your Nissan Armada has entered programming mode. Ensure you fully withdraw the key from the ignition cylinder each time. If the timing is too fast or too slow, the system will not enter programming mode, and you’ll need to try again.
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Program the First Key Fob: Once the hazard lamps are flashing, insert the key back into the ignition and turn it to the ACC (Accessory) position. Within 5 seconds of turning the key to ACC, press the LOCK button on the keyless remote you are programming. After pressing the lock button, the hazard lamps should flash again to confirm successful programming of that remote. Important: Press the button on the remote only once. Multiple presses may cause the programming to fail.
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Program Additional Key Fobs (Optional): If you have more remotes to program, or if you are reprogramming existing remotes, use the power lock switch on the driver’s door panel to unlock and then lock all doors. Within 5 seconds of locking the doors, press the LOCK button on the next key fob you wish to program. The hazard lamps will flash again to confirm successful programming. Repeat this step for every additional key fob, including any previously working remotes you want to continue using.
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Exit Programming Mode and Test: After you have programmed all desired key fobs, turn the ignition key to the OFF position and remove it from the ignition. Unlock the doors using the power lock/unlock switch on the driver’s side door, and then open the driver’s side door. Now, test each programmed key fob to ensure they are working correctly by pressing the lock and unlock buttons and verifying the vehicle responds accordingly.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully program your 2004 Nissan Armada key fob and regain full remote access to your vehicle. If you encounter any issues, double-check each step and ensure the timing is accurate.
