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Used ignition barrels vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:
Most Nissan Notes — covering the first generation (E11, 2006–2013) and the second generation (E12, 2013 onwards) — were sold in the UK with a traditional keyed ignition barrel rather than a push-button start system. Some higher-specification E12 models did come with keyless push-button ignition, so if your car has that feature it will not have a conventional barrel to replace. Check your dashboard before requesting quotes, as the two systems are not interchangeable.
Both a 2009 and a 2012 Note fall within the first generation E11 (2006–2013), so there is a reasonable chance the barrels will be compatible. However, because ignition barrels can be paired to the vehicle's immobiliser and key coding, you should confirm with the breaker that the part number matches your registration before purchasing. A barrel transplant may also require reprogramming by a locksmith or auto electrician.
The E11 and E12 are distinct generations with different body and electrical architectures, so crossing that 2013 boundary is something you should confirm directly with the breaker against your specific registration rather than assume compatibility. Even if the physical fitment looks similar, the immobiliser integration and key profile may differ between generations. Always ask the breaker to verify using your reg before committing to a purchase.
Trim level does not directly determine which ignition barrel is fitted to a Nissan Note; the relevant factors are the generation (E11 or E12) and whether your car uses a keyed or keyless ignition system. A barrel from a Visia should in principle be the same as one from an Acenta or Tekna of the same generation, provided both use a conventional key. That said, because ignition barrels interact with the immobiliser, always confirm the part matches your reg with the breaker.
Engine size does not affect ignition barrel fitment on the Nissan Note — the barrel is part of the steering column and electrical system, not the engine. Whether you have a 1.2, 1.4, or 1.6 petrol, or the 1.5 diesel variant, the relevant things to confirm are the generation and ignition type. Confirm the part number with the breaker using your registration to be sure.
Give the breaker your full registration number so they can confirm the generation (E11 2006–2013 or E12 2013 onwards) and check whether your car has a conventional keyed barrel or a keyless push-button system. It is also worth mentioning whether you need the barrel with or without the lock cylinder, and whether you want the matching key, as some breakers can supply these together. Because ignition barrels are tied to the immobiliser, ask the breaker whether coding or locksmith work will be needed after fitting.