How to start a Qashqai when the key battery is dead?
3 Answers
Use the mechanical key to start the car engine. Pull out the small key from the smart key to open the door and start the car engine.
Don't panic if your Qashqai key fob runs out of battery, here's how to emergency start it. Take out the mechanical key blade from the side of the key fob, first open the small cover on the driver's door handle, insert it to unlock and get in. Here's the key point: Press the entire key fob against the start button and hold it there, while stepping on the brake and firmly pressing the start button. The Qashqai's design is thoughtful - the induction coil is near the button, allowing emergency ignition even with a dead battery. Last time I helped a neighbor start theirs, I discovered the new Qashqai also has a key induction slot in the center console, you can try placing it there too. After starting, don't rush off - remember to replace the CR2032 coin battery soon, available for about 5 yuan at auto parts stores. If you're really in a pinch, Nissan dealerships keep key induction machines for emergency assistance.
I have experience with starting the Qashqai when the remote battery is dead, and it can be done in three steps. First, use the hidden mechanical key to open the door and enter the car. Second, place the key close to the steering column, preferably within 5 centimeters of the start button. Third, press and hold the start button for 3 seconds while stepping on the brake, applying a bit more force than usual. Once, I encountered a frantic driver on the road who later realized he had placed the key on the passenger seat—of course, it didn't work. The key must be near the driver's seat. After successfully starting the engine, drive straight to an auto parts store to replace the battery. Don't insist on original button batteries; any CR2032 model will do. Also, a friendly reminder: cold winter temperatures can drain the battery faster, so keeping a spare battery in the car is a good idea. If the mechanical key gets stuck, don't force it—just spray some rust remover.
