Nissan Won't Start Push Button Start 2018 Altima SR and Other Makes and Models Part 2 of 2

[@sugab2009]

I watched you video & as a woman I don't know nothing about a vehicle at all but I learned off you video & you saved me a lot of money thank you & God bless you 😊 🙏

[@alyoungcuda]

No Way... you learned it by yourself, that's friggin Great, its always Great to learn, knowledge is so rewarding and doing it yourself is well deserved 👏

[@jenniferschleicher8918]

Thank You!!!! This saved my parents lots of money and time. I called a local Nissan dealer for the switch, ($72.68 with tax) and within an hour had the new switch in and the car started up right away. After watching your video's part 1 and part 2 I felt confident I could put the new switch in again Thank You!!

[@alyoungcuda]

Wow Jennifer I'm very proud of you to take on this task and to go looking for a way to fix your parents car and you did save alot of money because there are repair shops that would of sold you alot of things like a starter battery,Alternator..and then the switch along with hours of troubleshooting time..and don't forget the tow. You did a Great Job....

[@elizabethsprecher2132]

2017 Nissan Versa intermittent wont start ... You saved us so much money! And time! So awesome! Thank you!

[@alyoungcuda]

Wonderful news..thanks for watching...

[@paladinew]

Stopping by the dealership tonight to see if this fixes my Nissan Leaf; looks like the exact same problem. Thanks for the detailed guide!

[@alyoungcuda]

No worries, just hope they don't sell you anything else..shops will do that. Good luck

[@paladinew]

I'm and out in 5 mins. Unfortunately the part was $90 now.. 😢!

[@alyoungcuda]

@@paladinew excellent, but nothing beats a factory part

[@cirocerrato6103]

Great video the brake switch works in some cases. If it doesn't work it's the Smart Alternator -grey wire connected to battery. It limits power to the battery and doesn't recharge while on short drives (8 miles or less). Removing the wire bypasses this alternator 'limitation' and powers it up. You may need to check battery strength/recharge. If it's clicking and not turning over.

[@alyoungcuda]

You will have to show me some kind of proof or wiring diagram for what you said, it doesn't make sense if someone only uses a car to go to local stores in the neighborhood and it won't charge, besides if it doesn't charge then the battery would be dead and that's the easiest troubleshooting you can find and once the battery is dead. Its dead, you need a boost..if you keep pressing the button and then it starts, its Not the Battery.

[@JimJones-y9h]

Where is that wire at

[@IFYHHYDSR22]

3 years later…. Just fixed my 2018 Altima! Didn’t even order a new brake switch for now - simply resetting the switch by unplugging and readjusting fixed the issue 👍🏼

[@alyoungcuda]

Now you know where to look when it doesn't start, hopefully you're not all dressed up and its raining when it goes out on you, that's the main reason to replace it now..thanks for watching...

[@jd10diaz]

🎉🎉🎉 after changing my alternater and still having the same issue I saw your video and it solved my problems

[@alyoungcuda]

@@jd10diaz Saving the Best for Last.. thanks and thanks for watching too...

[@rodneythe3rd122]

I wish I had seen this video sooner I have went through every troubleshooting process from my battery, to my starter, to my start switch, to my key fob battery, to the start relay all of it! I would’ve never thought to look into this brake switch thank you so much I am ordering this part now and will let you know how it goes! 2018 Nissan Rogue

[@alyoungcuda]

Its the little things you need to think about..like let's see, in order to start the car, I need to step on the brakes...Why? How does the car know or why does it need to know in order to start a car...because then any little kid or baby can push the button and start the car because they see you do it...monkey see, monkey do.. but since you did everything all ready..you should be good for the next 10 years on those parts... good luck and thanks for watching..You saved the Best for last.

[@rodneythe3rd122]

@@alyoungcuda yes definitely that is one thing I would’ve never thought about which makes a lot of sense now thinking about it thank you again!

[@1OF1AL]

VERY VERY HELPFUL I WAS HAVING THIS PROBLEM WITH MY 2018 Nissan Altima SR nightmare and I took out the old one inspected it then put it back in and now my car is running like new 🙏🏽 hopefully I don’t need to buy a new one any time soon!

[@alyoungcuda]

Since you verified the problem, you should change it out, just my advice...

[@1OF1AL]

@@alyoungcuda definitely am when I can !

[@mentallyderanged9169]

Don’t by a new one they get dirty and bent a little bit making this happen. The same goes for the shift lock and you have to remove whole center console to remove. Just bend the wire out and it works perfect again. No need to waist money when can clean and repair yourself. This is called REFURBISHED.

[@mentallyderanged9169]

And or remanufactured when you by a remand starter or alternator it is just FIXED lol.

[@alyoungcuda]

@@mentallyderanged9169 don't you wish everything in life is just a move a wire out of the way fix, not for me, I replace it and besides if it does break down again its called a Comeback and the customer now will want the job done for Free. On your own car, knock yourself out.

[@joelcabrera2610]

Amazing! my daughter is a college student struggling with her car. Followed your advice and it works all the time. Thanks for taking the time to show us how to fix this issue. I went out and purchased the part installed it. Thanks again! God bless!

[@alyoungcuda]

Amazing, I love stories like this..Thanks for watching...

[@louielopez1638]

I didn't pay attention when you mentioned about the AutoZone switch, went and bought it there. Sure enough plug didn't work in their switch. Got the old one working for now but ill buy the new switch from Nissan first chance I get. I'm not taking no chances. Thanks for the video 👍✌

[@alyoungcuda]

No problem, glad it worked out for you..at least you know what the no start problem is..

[@alyoungcuda]

darn New York Accent...

[@yungteenwithalillean]

dude you are a blessing i thought i was beat in this dunkin donuts parking lot thank you so much

[@alyoungcuda]

Thank you and thanks for watching . Dunkin is the Best..😆

[@iLLuMyTh]

2018 Nissan Sentra SV it is really cold out like 30 degrees here and I’m pretty sure mine was just a little gunned up and stuck because of the cold. I just pushed in the break and used my fingers to clean it off. I also pushed the button a few times to make sure it wasn’t getting stuck. Seems to be working fine now. If the problem comes back I now know what it is. Thank you sir 🙏

[@alyoungcuda]

Oh yes, if that cleaning solved the problem then please change the switch, don't want to be stuck or messing with that in cold weather for sure...

[@smittyboy]

Worked!!! I just cleaned the contact points in the switch then put it back together.

[@alyoungcuda]

That is great for now but replace it

[@alejandrosandoval9302]

This video helped so much. Thank you for saving me hundreds of dollars 🙏🏻

[@alyoungcuda]

You welcome..believe me a shop would of replaced a bunch of things and not even look at this..Thanks for Watching...

[@CorPro]

great job of videoing and doing the work with just a cell phone. Well Done! 👍

[@alyoungcuda]

@@CorPro thanks for the compliments and I hope it helped you out and if course, thanks for watching too...

[@daganglero]

Many thanks. This also worked for me! And additional thanks for the Autozone warning!!!!

[@alyoungcuda]

You're welcome and thanks for watching...

[@adangochez8400]

I might be having the same problem on my 20 Nissan versa S with the push button switch it won’t start sometimes it does start thank you for the video Sir

[@alyoungcuda]

That was the problem with this car, sometimes it starts and other times it didn't..when it doesn't, try to see if the brake lights go on when stepping on the brake pedal

[@MrActor30]

Thanks I did this to my 19 pathfinder and it works like a charm.

[@alyoungcuda]

Excellent..thanks for watching...

[@TheJackofsometrades]

Thank you for your helpful videos! I was able to replace the switch on my mother in laws car in less than 5 minutes

[@alyoungcuda]

That's great to hear and thanks for watching...

[@imanotatellin]

Thanks very much! You're the man and I'm my wife's hero.

[@alyoungcuda]

Thats awesome and thanks for watching too...

[@abdeon2203]

Thank you for taking the time and explaining everything

[@alyoungcuda]

Thank you for watching it too...

[@jairsmartypants]

I just cleaned mine I took the Grey part out and it worked well

[@alyoungcuda]

Not worth the effort to do that because the customer will be pissed off if they got stuck.Imagine if you're all dressed up or even if an emergency comes up and you run to the car to take your family member to a Hospital and it won't start and it's your only vehicle..Not worth the chance..or your loved one works in a shady neighborhood 🤔

[@primrosethemagus3804]

I also found out that you could just clean off the oxidation that builds up on the copper strings on the inside of the switch, that's was why my car wouldn't start in the first place.

[@alyoungcuda]

You sure can follow someone else's advice and clean it, its the same for most things in life and if you want to take that chance of it not working, then that is up to you. As a mechanic and a dad, I do Not want Anyone stuck on the road because I wanted to save a Few Dollars and Especially with a Family Member on the roads with these stalkers around. So you do you and I will do me, I have done a bunch so far with New ones and I have no problem 😊

[@primrosethemagus3804]

@@alyoungcuda just giving helpful advice to others who may not have the funds at the moment to replace the entire part 💜

[@alyoungcuda]

@@primrosethemagus3804 i gotcha and understand, I just don't believe in taking that chance even if it's me all dressed up and going out and have to do that at 2am leaving a place..or in a bad neighborhood....😆

[@kandula13]

With the bad switch, are you still able to move the shifter when you press on the brakes?

[@alyoungcuda]

@@kandula13 sure, its different wiring on that switch

[@nickglennsr.7956]

Sir you you saved me!! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU ❤❤❤❤

[@alyoungcuda]

I'm glad you found My Video and it helped you out and thanks for watching too.

[@shylab4383]

A freaking life saver man !!

[@alyoungcuda]

Glad it Helped you out...thanks for watching...

[@shylab4383]

@@alyoungcuda yesss thank god for you ❤️😘

[@prsupaman1]

Great video. Question, do you know if the 2015 Nissan Altima needs or uses the rubber brake pedal stopper between the stop light switch and the pedal itself? I replaced my stoplight switch but cruise control also will not “set” speed only turn “on”. Looks like your cars stop light switch plunger connected right to the metal. Is this the same for the 2015 Altima? Thanks.

[@alyoungcuda]

Don't think I ever saw a rubber bumper hitting the switch..bumper should be on the side when the pedal is on the upstroke..so more towards the drivers leg..its more of a silencer for when your foot slips off the pedal and it springs up fast .

[@prsupaman1]

@@alyoungcuda ok. Yeah I don’t see any rubber bumper at all on mine. My switch is fine because I got a new one, but from time to time the lights will still get stuck “on”. Maybe the position is off? Does the plunger have to go all the way in and back out again in order for the lights to turn off?

[@alyoungcuda]

@@prsupaman1 plunger is all the way out in order for the brake lights to be off..it should be just barely touching the pedal and not depressed in..when you step on the pedal it depresses the switch to turn on the brake lights

[@juliansanchez531]

Would you happen to know what the name is for the little circle ⭕️ where the light switch goes into is called ?

[@alyoungcuda]

Brake light switch clip, its about $3.00 dollars

[@6legend]

MAKE SURE TO HAVE THE BUTTON PUSHED IN BEFORE PLUGGING BACK INTO POWER.

[@alyoungcuda]

It should be pushed in before you locked it into place, so you're good

[@MichaelNazareth]

Thanks a lot - Worked like a charm.

[@alyoungcuda]

Awesome.

[@davidpearson9810]

Great video. AWESOME

[@alyoungcuda]

Thanks, and thanks for watching...

[@spencerellison3820]

Thank you for posting this! Could you provide the part number of the Nissan part that worked for you?

[@alyoungcuda]

Its in my description..open it

[@spiritualexx8570]

The one I have now that I think is bad looks like the white one you said didn’t fit but I have a 2015

[@alyoungcuda]

The white one wouldn't plug in, it was from autozone

[@spiritualexx8570]

@@alyoungcuda I know…I just got back from Nissan they gave me a white piece so I think they gave you a older year

[@spiritualexx8570]

It didn’t work ☹️

[@alyoungcuda]

@@spiritualexx8570 what didn't work? Plugging it in? Did you identify that it was your problem in the 1st place? Did you have working brake lights? Or did you just replace the switch without checking it out...there are other things that will not make the car start or does it crank and spin over and not start? What have you done so far to it, is the battery good and how did you check that?

[@spiritualexx8570]

@@alyoungcuda I needed a new battery 🥴 but atleast I have a new switch it was raggedy I appreciate the video anyway

[@Erosales04]

My 2018 Nissan Sentra has two switches connecting to the brakes . How do I know which one is the issue

[@alyoungcuda]

Should be the one with 4 wires.

[@gilbertvallian559]

Thank you!!! It worked!

[@alyoungcuda]

Excellent...you replaced it right? Didn't do that clean the contact way the other video tells you to do. Thanks for watching too...

[@gilbertvallian559]

@@alyoungcuda Yes, I replaced it.

[@alyoungcuda]

@@gilbertvallian559 awesome

[@gman3109]

My Altima is a 2010 and doesn't have that tang in the middle of the plug on the switch so I think they sold you a switch for the previous generation

[@alyoungcuda]

Bought mine from the Nissan Dealership itself after the Autozone switch didn't fit, paid 3 times as much but its the new revised version...

[@yesenialozada8928]

Thank you!!! so much 🙏 for making this video you saved us for making a big mistake.

[@alyoungcuda]

No problem, thanks for watching...so many people go straight to blaming the battery or starter..

[@joeldunning1036]

You're the man! Thanks so much!

[@alyoungcuda]

You're welcome and thanks for watching too.

[@ab4nun136]

I’m about to buy a new switch in the morning for my 08 Altima I Hope it works

[@alyoungcuda]

Should work if you have no brake lights...thanks for watching...

[@ab4nun136]

@@alyoungcuda I had brake lights already changed the starter fuel pump valve cover spark plugs maf therm brake switch battery radiator/ fans still no start

[@ab4nun136]

I’m about to get the crank shaft now

[@alyoungcuda]

No start means several things to different people..does the engine spin or crank over?

[@alyoungcuda]

Ok

[@kaeloggs]

Billy Crystal doing DIY auto vids now! LOL.. kidding, but you sound just like him.

[@alyoungcuda]

Thank you..😆

[@cashmerefunk]

Anyone had the break lights working but car wont start? Keep hearing a clicking noise that goes off when trynna start it

[@alyoungcuda]

Go thru the comments on this video and the other one..there are alot of things to check..battery,battery terminal cleanliness, tight connection, fuses,battery block fuse,starter, neutral safety switch,starter button itself, aftermarket alarms, don't assume things are good, tight, clean or otherwise.. so many say it starts with a jump but then it won't start again but the battery is good..No.a jump means it is dead or your terminals are bad and the jumper clamp made it tight for that 1 time..

[@a.d.4127]

Appreciate your video. Huge help!

[@alyoungcuda]

Thanks for watching...

[@tasty_cellpsn1435]

What happens when the break lock up

[@alyoungcuda]

What do you mean by lock up? You mean the car won't move in drive or reverse because the brakes are stuck on?

[@netcan2]

Did you replace it because it was broken? Could you just unplug and reset or was it broken? Thank you.

[@alyoungcuda]

It was an intermittent problem the customer stated and I was not going to fugazy it up and let him try it and since I had to remove it in order to even look at it, might as well change it out and be done with it..its still going strong..I mean look at how long the original one lasted..then a new one will last just as long.

[@netcan2]

@@alyoungcuda thank you. Do you know what the mileage was on the vehicle approximately? When it went bad?

[@alyoungcuda]

Over 80,000 miles

[@alyoungcuda]

Might not be mileage based..just a bad design since its a common problem I see

[@netcan2]

@@alyoungcuda perfect. Thank you

[@spencerellison3820]

I see the part number 25320-AX11A. The nissanoem parts website says this won’t fit the 2018 Altima ( I just have the s model I see you have the sr) .. I tried both models and it says it doesn’t fit but I’m inclined to purchase because it worked for your Altima when it said it won’t fit it! This is correct part number?

[@alyoungcuda]

Alot of parts are revised so the part numbers change...its hard to tell which ones are the older version...in Audi they change the last alphabet so the A is the 1st version and the Z is the latest and of course they have the ones in the middle

[@maror5267]

Wait im slow....do you push it until the white tip fully presses in the break pad?

[@alyoungcuda]

White tip goes in when you step on the brake pedal..that makes the connection of the wires

[@maror5267]

@@alyoungcuda thanks man really got me out of a tough predicament... Can i ask for you're opinion...it didn't work at first to turn on i went ahead an cleaned the inside and it worked ...you think i should still change it?

[@alyoungcuda]

Definitely change it..cleaning it only will give a few more chances and that day will come when you're all dressed and out with the family or in bad weather..you know what they say" You can pay me now or pay me later".. nothing like getting stuck somewhere...

[@maror5267]

@@alyoungcuda ok hopefully i can make it until thursday...because they dont have my part around here

[@alyoungcuda]

But at least you know what the problem is..good luck..its a common problem for sure..go buy an original factory one..

[@3134209375]

So I changed the brake switch and still get the no start, literally everyday. I have to wait 15-20 mins before I can restart the vehicle after turning it off. And I do not hear the solenoid inside the gear shift when I press on the brake. The other day I was paying attention and listened for it and actually heard it. Could the solenoid be damaged inside the gear shift? Or something of that nature? Thanks in advance

[@alyoungcuda]

You need to actually see the brake lights on..to determine if its the Solenoid..did you buy an original Nissan part?

[@3134209375]

@@alyoungcuda yes! and the brake lights work, I forgot to mention that.

[@alyoungcuda]

@@3134209375 then its not that circuit..now you have to check the battery,battery terminals and starter..grab the battery terminals by hand and try to twist them off..they should be tight and not rotted or corroded in anyway..next step when it does not start is to turn on your headlights, have someone look at them..have someone try to start the car and look at the headlights..if the dim then its the battery or a bad connection at the terminals..if it stays bright then its the starter...and of course it can also be the start button itself..dont forget that..

[@3134209375]

@@alyoungcuda I just did the light test, and the lights stay bright so this looks to be the starter? The button I would assume is fine and functions perfectly. I literally have to wait like 20 mins before restarting the vehicle after turning it off and sometime it’ll go days without starting as of late. Then magically will work after a couple of days. Really an inconvenience and I’d much rather diagnose it myself to save some money. So I appreciate the responses and suggestions, brother. ✌🏽

[@alyoungcuda]

@@3134209375 when u did the light test is that when it started or didn't start..it has to be when it doesn't start..

[@mattdroneon58]

you rock... Thanks!

[@alyoungcuda]

Hope it worked out for you and thanks for watching...

[@terid3569]

None of my lights come on inside on the dash like yours does and I put a new battery in the key thing

[@alyoungcuda]

Check the fuse..its a block attached to the positive cable

[@deliardmax]

Thank you

[@alyoungcuda]

You're welcome and thanks for watching...

[@dwayneanderson8140]

Can you give me the name of the part please?? I have a 2020 Altima with this problem.

[@alyoungcuda]

Stop light switch or Brake light Switch

[@itsKeeN]

need to disconnect battery first?

[@alyoungcuda]

No..

[@alyoungcuda]

You just have to unplug it..thanks for watching...

[@jamokamu]

I did thank you for the advice and you (Cuda) tell me that I should buy a new one and not clean it, when the new one will do the same thing... REALLY?! Thanks for the advice, you did save me money but the other guy saved me time and money! Is it hard for you to tell people to just clean the darn thing? This is for ANYONE that reads this comment, including you (Cuda), pull that and part out and carefully take the black and gray part apart. Clean the two brass connections and I guarantee your car will start! Don't buy a new one, it's going to do the same thing in time! Nissan had not fixed the problem, this guy just wants to justify the time he's taken to fix the problem.

[@jamokamu]

Hahaha, save yourself $75!!!

[@alyoungcuda]

The only thing I can say to this is you really don't know if your brake lights come on because you can't see in the back..yes its part of your starting system but also your brake lights..so until someone tells you your lights don't work or you get re ended..it won't be me because someone on KZbin said to clean the contacts..I can sleep better in this world knowing that I did not recommend doing it this way..$50.00 dollars will save some lives and maybe yours..but Thank You for the suggestion...

[@jamokamu]

Geez man, one way to check for the lights (if you're by yourself) is to listen for the connections making a sound when you push on the brake. You'll hear it (or not) when you press the brake to start your car. Why is it that you've got to have a response to what I'm telling you and everyone else? If you really want to save us money then it wouldn't be hard to suggest that viewers just check what I'm posting here. I haven't worked on a car IN YEARS because I've been blessed enough to have a car that I can take to a dealership so I really don't know much about cars, but I know this! This is for those who want to go the extra step that only takes a few minutes and save them time and money. Hahaha, if I can do this, ANYONE CAN!

[@alyoungcuda]

@@jamokamu not giving you a hard time. My video is not about saving money. Its about doing the right thing.I never stated a cleaning or a hack to just get by, just showing the facts that you need a brake application to start the car and you need to know your brakeights actually Iight up..you see, you are listening to a click..I look for actual tail lights..but viewers can do what they want..it is what it is...Thanks for the Input.

[@Ron19565]

Yeah, the reason why that brake switch didn’t fit your car is because you have the newer 2018 car it fits the older cars I have a 2009 Ultima so that’s why

[@alyoungcuda]

Darn autozone catalog..it said it fit..😆

[@Ron19565]

@@alyoungcuda yeah I think I’m having the same issue. I ordered the part from Amazon. It said it will fit my car. It looks identical so hopefully when I get home from work, it works for me.

[@alyoungcuda]

@@Ron19565 basically its the plug that is the difference..let me know of it solved your no start

[@Ron19565]

@@alyoungcuda will do

[@Ron19565]

@@alyoungcuda quick update it wasn’t the switch that was the problem but I’ll still keep it, got my friend to jump the car and started think it was my battery need replacement

[@robertjohnson6635]

What is the part number

[@alyoungcuda]

Its on the bill, but it might be a new part number by now

[@chiaracarney1669]

u saved me!!

[@alyoungcuda]

I did?..Glad to hear that..Thanks for Watching

[@JimJones-y9h]

I got 2 of them changed bought and still saying punch brakes to start

[@alyoungcuda]

Did you actually look at the brake lights in the back and the wiring to the switch and did you buy an original Nissan part..some aftermarket ones might be different since they are universal

[@Flakonpaws]

Also could be brake switch under hood I seen a forum about possibly being under the hood

[@alyoungcuda]

@Sockys-d6s_flakey if it is under the hood it would be on the brake fluid reservoir and its only a fluid level sensor, it would have nothing to do with starting but it will give you a brake light on the dash

[@KristyMorse]

Thank you!!!

[@alyoungcuda]

You're welcome and thanks for watching...

[@PsychoticDreams0]

This seems like such a design flaw

[@alyoungcuda]

Well more like bad brake switches, but I understand the need to step on the brakes in order to start the car, otherwise kids can push start the car while you run into a store..😆

[@PsychoticDreams0]

@@alyoungcuda So what exactly made the switches bad? Is it just over time they tend to build gunk? Cause im thinking if i take mine off, clean, and put a little lube on there it'll be back to normal. Or is there something specific that makes them bad?

[@alyoungcuda]

@@PsychoticDreams0 i think its a design flaw, the dealership has a newer style and on some years they are under a warranty

[@gutadin5]

if not the push button start, is it the brake light switch?!

[@alyoungcuda]

You lost me on this if the car does Not have the push button to start and starts with a key, you do not need to step on the brakes for a brake light to start the car..keys do not use the brake light, the Button does to prevent little kids from pushing the button and starting the car..they need to atleast reach the brake pedal...

[@kickhead]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@alyoungcuda]

Hope it solved your problem...

[@kickhead]

@@alyoungcuda it did! 👍🏽

[@alyoungcuda]

@@kickhead love it

[@ricardos8790]

ggs great!!!

[@alyoungcuda]

Thanks for Watching

[@iranakibs6915]

👌👌👌🌹🌹

[@nickburnham8326]

Quit talking so damn much and just get to the point

[@alyoungcuda]

Can't make any money on short get to point crap, at least I saved you from hearing me say... " so before you get to the video, don't forget to hit that subscribe button here below and give this video a thumbs up and once you subscribe, you will be one of the 1st to get notified when I post a new video" Can't have Everything Buddy.. but I'm sure if your channel makes money, you will not have short videos, thats not how you get paid..But Thanks for Watching ...

[@deliardmax]

Thank you

[@alyoungcuda]

You're welcome, hope it fixed your car.. and thanks for watching...

[@robertmorgan3947]

Thank you

[@alyoungcuda]

Hope it helped you out and thanks for watching too...