Car will not recognize either key

Mashburn94 · 02-11-2018, 08:00 AM

Hey guys, was hoping you might be able to shine some light on this issue. I have done some reasearch but have came up unsuccessful. I am changing the battery today, but I don’t think that is the issue as both keys worked when I purchased the car a month ago. I just highly doubt the batteries died at the same time in two different fobs.

I have seen this is a common problem for the steering lock issue on 2009 and 10 models, but mine is a 2013. I haven’t seen any information about it affecting these.

What do you guys think?

SouthArk370Z · 02-11-2018, 09:07 AM

Nissan quit putting ESCLs in Zs back in 2010 or 2011, so that's not the problem.

The FSM should have some troubleshooting info.

If no one comes up with a better idea, try resetting the ECM.

Zingston · 02-11-2018, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Mashburn94

Hey guys, was hoping you might be able to shine some light on this issue. I have done some reasearch but have came up unsuccessful. I am changing the battery today, but I don’t think that is the issue as both keys worked when I purchased the car a month ago. I just highly doubt the batteries died at the same time in two different fobs.

I have seen this is a common problem for the steering lock issue on 2009 and 10 models, but mine is a 2013. I haven’t seen any information about it affecting these.

What do you guys think?

Rough night last night? You sure you're trying to open the right Z?

Elbobo · 02-11-2018, 11:45 AM

Both my fob batteries went within 3 days of each other. I thought it was odd.

Mashburn94 · 02-11-2018, 03:18 PM

I have changed the batteries and it did not fix the problem. Any other ideas? It does recognize the key if I put it in the slot beside the wheel.

OTW Z-Boy · 02-11-2018, 05:44 PM

Unplug the battery for 5 Minutes, worth a shot.

Mashburn94 · 02-11-2018, 07:02 PM

I did unplug the battery, and it still will not recognize the key. Even tried the eco reset.

Mashburn94 · 02-11-2018, 07:21 PM

To add a little information. The only things that have changed in the past day were my windshield was tinted, and I removed the “console” around the shift knob only. I unplugged the main cable and double checked that I plugged it back in. This appears to be just for the hazards and sport mode.

Just seems odd both keys quit working the same day.

Trips · 02-11-2018, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Mashburn94

To add a little information. The only things that have changed in the past day were my windshield was tinted, and I removed the “console” around the shift knob only. I unplugged the main cable and double checked that I plugged it back in. This appears to be just for the hazards and sport mode.

Just seems odd both keys quit working the same day.

The wireless connections are in the console area from what I've heard and you might of missed that plug.

That would make sense since you claim the fob stopped working.

Buzzkill247 · 02-13-2018, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Mashburn94

To add a little information. The only things that have changed in the past day were my windshield was tinted, and I removed the “console” around the shift knob only.

Here's a thought - what kinda of tint did you use? and not just on your windshield, but on the other windows too? dye tint? metallic layer? carbon? ceramic?

Metallic layer tint (and some versions of the "carbon" as well well prevent radio signals from working. If your fobs still work inside (including button pressing on fob with no feet on pedal or anything and not in slot) then you may have a radio interference issue, and that last strip of tint on the windshield was enough to weaken the signal to a point it couldn't be read anymore

Only other option is a damaged receiver/sensor or damaged/unplugged wiring. Nothing else passes muster as possible causes

2E-Z · 06-09-2021, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Mashburn94

To add a little information. The only things that have changed in the past day were my windshield was tinted, and I removed the “console” around the shift knob only. I unplugged the main cable and double checked that I plugged it back in. This appears to be just for the hazards and sport mode.

Just seems odd both keys quit working the same day.

I had front Windshield tinted on my 2009 370Z today and this happened to me as well. When I parked the car, to told me no key detected when it was in my lap and still doesn’t work on the doors. On top on that my S-Mode error popped up and after replacing the key fob battery and taking off the + battery terminal and putting back on.. nothing. I am thinking there was water damage done.

Mashburn94 · 02-11-2018, 07:58 PM

Is it in the console area as in storage bin area, or shift knob area? I only ask because I did not remove the “armrest” portion of the console

Trips · 02-11-2018, 08:12 PM

I would check everything.

While you were removing the parts you might of pulled it out and not noticed.

Mashburn94 · 02-11-2018, 08:38 PM

Double checked and it appears everything is in tact. A friend works at A local Infiniti dealer, and said they are prone to losing connection and have to be reprogrammed. I have not found this in searching. But we’ll find out I guess.

PaulZ370 · 02-11-2018, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Mashburn94

Double checked and it appears everything is in tact. A friend works at A local Infiniti dealer, and said they are prone to losing connection and have to be reprogrammed. I have not found this in searching. But we’ll find out I guess.

Prone on the infiniti maybe - never heard of this being "prone" on the Z

02-11-2018, 08:00 AM	#1 (permalink)
Mashburn94 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Nc Posts: 57 Drives: 2013 White 370z 6 SP Rep Power: 8	Car will not recognize either key Hey guys, was hoping you might be able to shine some light on this issue. I have done some reasearch but have came up unsuccessful. I am changing the battery today, but I don’t think that is the issue as both keys worked when I purchased the car a month ago. I just highly doubt the batteries died at the same time in two different fobs. I have seen this is a common problem for the steering lock issue on 2009 and 10 models, but mine is a 2013. I haven’t seen any information about it affecting these. What do you guys think?

02-11-2018, 09:07 AM	#2 (permalink)
SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324198	Nissan quit putting ESCLs in Zs back in 2010 or 2011, so that's not the problem. The FSM should have some troubleshooting info. If no one comes up with a better idea, try resetting the ECM. __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma

02-11-2018, 05:44 PM	#6 (permalink)
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02-11-2018, 08:12 PM	#13 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,732 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	I would check everything. While you were removing the parts you might of pulled it out and not noticed. __________________

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02-11-2018, 11:45 AM	#4 (permalink)
Elbobo Base Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Detroit Posts: 5 Drives: 350z Rep Power: 10	Both my fob batteries went within 3 days of each other. I thought it was odd.

02-11-2018, 03:18 PM	#5 (permalink)
Mashburn94 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Nc Posts: 57 Drives: 2013 White 370z 6 SP Rep Power: 8	I have changed the batteries and it did not fix the problem. Any other ideas? It does recognize the key if I put it in the slot beside the wheel.

02-11-2018, 07:02 PM	#7 (permalink)
Mashburn94 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Nc Posts: 57 Drives: 2013 White 370z 6 SP Rep Power: 8	I did unplug the battery, and it still will not recognize the key. Even tried the eco reset.

02-11-2018, 07:21 PM	#8 (permalink)
Mashburn94 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Nc Posts: 57 Drives: 2013 White 370z 6 SP Rep Power: 8	To add a little information. The only things that have changed in the past day were my windshield was tinted, and I removed the “console” around the shift knob only. I unplugged the main cable and double checked that I plugged it back in. This appears to be just for the hazards and sport mode. Just seems odd both keys quit working the same day.

02-11-2018, 07:58 PM	#12 (permalink)
Mashburn94 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Nc Posts: 57 Drives: 2013 White 370z 6 SP Rep Power: 8	Is it in the console area as in storage bin area, or shift knob area? I only ask because I did not remove the “armrest” portion of the console

02-11-2018, 08:38 PM	#14 (permalink)
Mashburn94 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Nc Posts: 57 Drives: 2013 White 370z 6 SP Rep Power: 8	Double checked and it appears everything is in tact. A friend works at A local Infiniti dealer, and said they are prone to losing connection and have to be reprogrammed. I have not found this in searching. But we’ll find out I guess.