Autowave guides readers of PMM through the remote reprogramming process for the Nissen Navara’s keys.
These comprehensive instructions have been produced to help professionals maximise the use of their replacement key and programming equipment, reduce errors and – if new to the practice – show how straightforward it is to benefit from this lucrative revenue stream. Autowave’s Ravi Kotecha explains how to program a key remote on a 2021 Nissan Navara – using the OBD Key Master G3.
The following will be needed:
- Original working key
- New two-button smart remote (AUTRK0228)
- OBDSTAR Key Master G3
- Stable vehicle battery power
- Access to the vehicle’s OBD-II port
STEP ONE:
Connect diagnostic tool
Plug the OBDSTAR G3 into the vehicle’s OBD-II port, located just above the brake pedal on the driver’s side. Power on the tool and wait for the main menu to load. Confirm the original key operates the central locking and starts the vehicle before beginning the job.
STEP TWO:
Select vehicle model
On the G3, navigate to IMMO (Immobilizer) → Car →Asia → Nissan. Because ‘autodetect’ may take time, Autowave advises to manually select the model: Nissan → Navara → Europe → 2017- → Proximity → Read BCM code. The vehicle is a 2021 Navara and the part number is AUTRK0228.
STEP THREE:
Read BCM code and enter PIN
When prompted, remove all smart keys from the vehicle and press the Start button – ensure the dashboard displays ‘No Key Detected’. The tool will read the BCM and display both an old and new PIN code. For vehicles post-2009 like this one, select the new PIN code and proceed.
STEP FOUR:
Program remote(s)
Select Program Keys. Note: this function will erase all existing keys so ensure all remotes that will be programmed are present.
Follow the prompts:
- Take all smart keys out of the car (should still be outside)
- Open and close the driver’s door
- Select ‘New PIN code’ when prompted
- For each key, place the back of the key on the Start button and press it
- Wait for the security light to extinguish
- Turn ignition OFF and press OK
- Repeat these instructions if additional remotes are present.
STEP FIVE:
Finalise procedure
Once both keys are successfully programmed, the G3 will confirm with ‘Program success’. When prompted, test each key by holding it to the Start button and pressing it twice with the brake pedal depressed. The vehicle should start normally. Turn off the ignition, open and close the driver’s door, and press ‘OK’.
STEP SIX:
Test functionality
Test both remotes. Confirm they lock/unlock the vehicle and start the engine. Both original and new AUTRK0228 keys should function identically.
In just a few minutes, a 2021 Nissan Navara remote, using the OBDSTAR Key Master G3, is programmed. The remote is now fully functional with both lock/unlock and engine start capabilities.
