Programming a new key fob for your 2004 Nissan 350z can be a straightforward process, potentially saving you a trip to the dealership. If you’ve purchased a new key fob and need to get it working with your vehicle, follow these steps to program it yourself. Many 2004 Nissan 350z owners find they can easily program their key fobs right at home using a simple procedure. This guide will walk you through the process to program your 2004 Nissan 350z Key Fob, ensuring you can regain full remote access to your vehicle.
To begin the key fob programming sequence for your 2004 Nissan 350z, make sure you are inside the vehicle with all doors closed. You will be using the ignition switch and the new key fob to complete the programming. Follow these steps carefully:
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Ignition Cycling: Rapidly turn your ignition key from the “Position 0” (Off) to the “ON” position six times within a 10-second timeframe. This quick cycling is crucial to enter the programming mode.
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Turn Off Ignition: After the sixth cycle to the “ON” position, turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position. Importantly, leave the key in the ignition switch.
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Programming Mode Entry: If the previous steps were performed correctly, after approximately two seconds, the system should enter programming mode. You will receive confirmation of this by observing the hazard/warning lights flashing twice. This visual cue indicates that your 2004 Nissan 350z is now ready to learn the new key fob signal.
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Unlock Button Press and Hold: On your new 2004 Nissan 350z key fob, press and HOLD the “UNLOCK” button.
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Lock Button Presses: While still holding the “UNLOCK” button, press the “LOCK” button on the key fob three times.
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Release Unlock Button: Release the “UNLOCK” button on the key fob.
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Successful Programming Confirmation: If the key fob has been successfully programmed, the hazard/warning lights on your 2004 Nissan 350z will flash once. This single flash confirms that the vehicle has recognized and stored the signal from the new key fob.
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Programming Additional Key Fobs (Optional): If you have additional key fobs to program, repeat procedures 4 through 7 for each additional fob. You can program up to 4 key fobs using this method.
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Exit Programming Mode: Once you have programmed all desired key fobs, turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. The hazard/warning lights will flash twice again, indicating that the system is exiting programming mode.
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Final Check: Remove the key from the ignition. Test all programmed key fobs to ensure they are operating correctly by locking and unlocking the doors and, if applicable, testing the panic button.
If you encounter any issues during these steps, double-check each step and try again. Ensure you are performing the ignition cycling quickly enough and that you are holding the correct buttons on the key fob as instructed. Programming your 2004 Nissan 350z key fob yourself is a great way to save time and money.
