"no key" light

Effen5 · 04-12-2012, 08:48 PM

There has to be a thread about this but I can't find it but I when I'm in my car, I keep getting the "No Key" error and I have the Key right in front of the Start button.

Is there a thread on this that I can read or can someone give me some insight on why this is happening? This started happening this morning but when I put the Key in the Fobgina, it works.

GaleForce · 04-12-2012, 09:07 PM

Have you tried installing a new battery in the Key? Do you have the same problem with the other Key?

One_Quick_Z · 04-13-2012, 04:00 AM

Pull the key fob apart and recharge it there is a port on the bottom left side of the steering wheel.

DAN

GonGo · 04-13-2012, 07:34 AM

"no key" warning is related to a loss of communication with the smart key. when you insert it on the fobgina the key is validated via RFID witch will work even in very low battery. Try replacing the keyfob battery with a lithium 2032 battery.

Be warned, I had similar issue before my steering lock failed witch is a very common issue. (search threads)

Effen5 · 04-13-2012, 09:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaleForce

Have you tried installing a new battery in the Key? Do you have the same problem with the other Key?

Quote:

Originally Posted by GonGo

"no key" warning is related to a loss of communication with the smart key. when you insert it on the fobgina the key is validated via RFID witch will work even in very low battery. Try replacing the keyfob battery with a lithium 2032 battery.

Be warned, I had similar issue before my steering lock failed witch is a very common issue. (search threads)

Don't scare me......

I'll replace the battery today and let you guys know, I am going to go to the dealership on Monday to see if I can get this fixed.

GaleForce · 04-13-2012, 10:46 AM

Do you have two key fobs? If so, try the other key fob to see if you experience the same issue.

Effen5 · 04-13-2012, 11:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaleForce

Do you have two key fobs? If so, try the other key fob to see if you experience the same issue.

I do not have a second key fob. I was talking to a another member on this board with the same issue and he told me it was just a bad key fob.

kenchan · 04-13-2012, 11:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by One_Quick_Z

Pull the key fob apart and recharge it there is a port on the bottom left side of the steering wheel.
DAN

that socket doesnt charge anything from wat i read. you need to just get a new battery.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Effen5

There has to be a thread about this but I can't find it but I when I'm in my car, I keep getting the "No Key" error and I have the Key right in front of the Start button.

Is there a thread on this that I can read or can someone give me some insight on why this is happening? This started happening this morning but when I put the Key in the Fobgina, it works.

did you recently remove your center console for a stereo install etc? if so you or your installer forgot to plug in the RF antenna connector. it's on the driver side of the console near the e-brake.

Effen5 · 04-13-2012, 11:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

that socket doesnt charge anything from wat i read. you need to just get a new battery.

did you recently remove your center console for a stereo install etc? if so you or your installer forgot to plug in the RF antenna connector. it's on the driver side of the console near the e-brake.

I did not, could it be that my fob is always near my cell phone?

kenchan · 04-13-2012, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Effen5

I did not, could it be that my fob is always near my cell phone?

yah, your phone does emit some level of RF. try putting your fob in another pocket or your phone on the passenger seat and retry.

but it could be that your battery inside the fob is just low. you can source the battery online or radioshack.

Effen5 · 04-13-2012, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

yah, your phone does emit some level of RF. try putting your fob in another pocket or your phone on the passenger seat and retry.

but it could be that your battery inside the fob is just low. you can source the battery online or radioshack.

Well I just went to CVS and changed the battery but I just won't know if its good until I get home from work

kenchan · 04-13-2012, 04:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Effen5

Well I just went to CVS and changed the battery but I just won't know if its good until I get home from work

hey at least you made progress.

GL!

ZForce · 04-13-2012, 05:54 PM

I see you have a 2009 model, you are lucky the battery lasted this long. Both mine and the bros fob battery went out a year ago. It's the battery.

Effen5 · 04-13-2012, 07:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZForce

I see you have a 2009 model, you are lucky the battery lasted this long. Both mine and the bros fob battery went out a year ago. It's the battery.

Its definitely the battery, works flawlessly now

GaleForce · 04-13-2012, 08:21 PM

Your welcome.

04-12-2012, 08:48 PM	#1 (permalink)
Effen5 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Chicago Posts: 43 Drives: 2009 Nissan 370z m6 Rep Power: 13	"no key" light There has to be a thread about this but I can't find it but I when I'm in my car, I keep getting the "No Key" error and I have the Key right in front of the Start button. Is there a thread on this that I can read or can someone give me some insight on why this is happening? This started happening this morning but when I put the Key in the Fobgina, it works.

04-12-2012, 09:07 PM	#2 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51864	Have you tried installing a new battery in the Key? Do you have the same problem with the other Key? __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

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One_Quick_Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Seneca Il Posts: 1,374 Drives: 10 Civic EX Sedan Rep Power: 219	Pull the key fob apart and recharge it there is a port on the bottom left side of the steering wheel. DAN __________________ -My BRZ with exhaust will decimate all if we overnight parts from Japan- 10 Civic EX Sedan- Current Daily

04-13-2012, 10:46 AM	#6 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51864	Do you have two key fobs? If so, try the other key fob to see if you experience the same issue. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

04-13-2012, 08:21 PM	#15 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51864	Your welcome. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

04-13-2012, 07:34 AM	#4 (permalink)
GonGo Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 80 Drives: 2009 370z PW M6 Rep Power: 16	"no key" warning is related to a loss of communication with the smart key. when you insert it on the fobgina the key is validated via RFID witch will work even in very low battery. Try replacing the keyfob battery with a lithium 2032 battery. Be warned, I had similar issue before my steering lock failed witch is a very common issue. (search threads)

04-13-2012, 05:54 PM	#13 (permalink)
ZForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Roseville, CA Posts: 2,359 Drives: 09 370Z Tour + Sport Rep Power: 20	I see you have a 2009 model, you are lucky the battery lasted this long. Both mine and the bros fob battery went out a year ago. It's the battery.

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