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Ok this is 2006 infiniti g35x. Just got the car 2006 with 90k miles and everything was perfect. Put around 100 miles on it in a month started it probably 10 times maybe 20. Then one day my wife parks it and later that day key wont turn! I was at work and told her to turn the steering wheel a little to the left or right and turn key to see if unlocks and i guess didn't and now because how far she turned it the steering wheel is also locked lol. REMEMBER key was locked first its not a case of locking the steering wheel and unlocking it by cranking on it and turning key.
When i got car the guy (not dealer) gave me was a single key and it worked. Didn't get no button things for remote lock and car alarm. Key worked fine. After 10 -20 key starts that was the end of the key turning.
Tried wd/40 and it's locked in off.
Infiniti seen our key and said it was not a factory key. idk
Last edited by SuperMariosBro; 04-30-2017 at 06:50 PM.
If you find a star you'll be able to start it with your fingers.. I'm jk...
- Take it back to the ''car guy'', not Infinity, and ask what the deal is.
- I wouldn't spray anymore WD/40 in there. It's just going to collect dirt.
- That's all Infinity said. Did they mention anything about the lock cylinder?..
Last edited by Atreyu'z 350; 04-30-2017 at 05:40 PM.
Reason: pressed 'tab+enter' by accident
I asked about the tumbler is that what you mean lock cylinder? They wanted over $400 for a new key switch but said they don't think it's that but how would they know really... Key works in door fine. All i got from seller was a key and the infiniti dealer said to me it's not an infiniti key and does not know how it was working for me in the first place which confuses me especially when i swear i seen a youtube vid of a guy using same shape key in an infiniti. Here is my key. I do not have the elec remote for alarm and locks just got this key with it that worked probably 20 times then stopped.
Last edited by SuperMariosBro; 04-30-2017 at 06:39 PM.
Also how can i unlock the steering wheel? My key was locked by itself but because i told my wife over the phone to turn the wheel a little left or right and key at same time to see if key unlockes and she locked the steering wheel so now both are locked lol. So how can i unlock the steering wheel by itself is another question.
Last edited by SuperMariosBro; 04-30-2017 at 06:44 PM.
It won't start because you're missing the I-Key remote. You need to buy a remote and have it programmed. It'll be pricey, but I recommend buying two. They'll charge the same for programming whether they do one or two keys. At this point, you'll have to have the car towed to the dealer. Normally, You leave the remote in your pocket and just turn the black **** to start the car. You only slide the "key" out of the remote to use in an emergency. I believe it only works for a certain number of times before you have to have the remote. This was Nissan's first iteration of I-Key. Later versions used a push button starter.
It won't start because you're missing the I-Key remote. You need to buy a remote and have it programmed. It'll be pricey, but I recommend buying two. They'll charge the same for programming whether they do one or two keys. At this point, you'll have to have the car towed to the dealer. Normally, You leave the remote in your pocket and just turn the black **** to start the car. You only slide the "key" out of the remote to use in an emergency. I believe it only works for a certain number of times before you have to have the remote. This was Nissan's first iteration of I-Key. Later versions used a push button starter.
The remote? To program i seen you just put key in and out 6 times with in 10 secs then lights flash and so on is that the program you mean? because i seen remotes for 10 bucks that work going by youtube videos
I'm so confused with this fob stuff. i thought you put key in and it works like every other car I had and that's how this car been working. How can it just choose not to accept the key i don't get it.
Yep, that key you got is an emergency key which slots & locks into the remote and was never intended for daily use. Your car requires the silly remote for "keyless" startup. I really don't like these push button start/wireless ignition systems manufacturers are putting in for precisely this type of scenario.
Be ready to drop some cash for the dealer to program the new keys/remotes. But of course do try to get in touch with the seller. It sounds like he took advantage of your lack of knowledge, you could have easily used the missing remotes as a negotiating chip since the cost of replacement is not a "trivial" amount.
emergency key??? what it only works a couple times then never again lol? And what is program? i seen how to program the remotes its simple or is it some other program you mean? WTf do i buy a new key switch and key or just a key or what?
I have the dash ripped apart right now to remove the actual elec starter key switch out of the metal key switch by steering wheel. When i twist that plastic switch it will start or will it not?
I'm going to ask a very dumb, obvious question. The car is in park, correct?
Yes and i unlocked the shifter just to make sure. I think the key would be stuck in the switch if it were not in park? idk . Everyone is saying fob stuff to me im confused with this fob stuff.
Are you getting that needing the key fob is a security measure, to prevent your car from being stolen? Taking apart the dash isn't going to help you. Bite the bullet, buy a fob, and find a dealer to program it for you.
Watch this... This video is a newer Infiniti with a push button starter, but yours works the same. Normally, you just sit in the car, the car knows the remote is in your pocket and unlocks the ignition cylinder. You can then twist it to start the car without inserting a key.
Put key in ignition.
Tap on end of key with hammer lightly
Try to turn
No turn tap end of key little harder...
Try to turn
Repeat process untill it turns.
My guess is your tumblers are messed up and not falling into the key grooves.
emergency key??? what it only works a couple times then never again lol? And what is program? i seen how to program the remotes its simple or is it some other program you mean? WTf do i buy a new key switch and key or just a key or what?
Your ignition system uses a wireless type of system to broadcast and receive a unique identifier code from the key to the computer. This is an added security measure that goes beyond the simple keyless entry characteristics. In order for you to start the engine, the key must be programmed to work with the vehicle's unique ignition system, which can typically only be done by dealerships for anti-theft purposes. Otherwise, tech savvy thieves could simply scan wireless transmissions, clone vehicle remotes, and steal cars without any suspicion.
Here's a snippet straight from Nissan Global:
"Technology Configuration
Intelligent Key utilizes antennae that transmit signals between the car and the key, and a tuner that receives the signals. Pressing the Request Switch transmits a signal from the car antenna, and the key that receives the signal then automatically returns a signal. The car tuner receives this signal and then locks or unlocks the vehicle.
Similarly, for starting the engine, the ignition **** is turned or the engine start switch is pressed and the car transmits a signal, which is then received and returned by the key, and the engine activates. The signal transmitted by the car is tuned to reach an area one meter around the Request Switch, or when inside the car, only inside the cabin or trunk, so that only the person with the key in range can engage it.
The technology in the Intelligent Key is characterized by its detection range accuracy for measuring keys. This accuracy is supported by technology that controls signal output with high accuracy and measuring technology that accurately detects key location. Further, the signal transmitted by the key contains an individual recognition code, and that code is registered to the car in advance. For this reason, when signals are received from unregistered keys and so on, the system does not respond."
04-30-2017, 04:34 PM
KEY Wont turn help!!!!!
