Does a 2002 Nissan Maxima have a chip in the key?
Does a 2002 Nissan Maxima have a chip in the key? Please note that this 2002 Nissan Maxima key does have a transponder chip ( security device inside ) in the head of the key.
Where to get a new Nissan Maxima key?
Contact the nearest Nissan dealer if your Maxima was made in 1999 or later. Call the dealership, and ask for the procedure to obtain a new key. The dealer will tell you what paperwork you need in order to prove that you do indeed own the car.
Can a 1998 Nissan Maxima be duplicated?
However, Maxima’s that are 1998 and older can have the keys duplicated, since they do not have the microchips in them. Write down your vehicle identification number (VIN) from your Maxima’s dashboard. The dealer will most likely require your registration, driver’s license and title to the car.
How do you get a VIN on a maxima?
Write down your vehicle identification number (VIN) from your Maxima’s dashboard. The dealer will most likely require your registration, driver’s license and title to the car. If you have leased the Maxima, then you may need to take the paperwork from your lease as well. Take all paperwork to the dealer, who will make a duplicate copy of your key.
Where is the ignition switch on a Nissan Maxima?
Unclip the ignition switch electrical connection, which is located near the location of the knee bolster. Unscrew the mounting screws from the lock cylinder, and unclip the electrical harness from the ignition switch on your Maxima.
What to do if you lose your Nissan Maxima key?
First, call an automotive locksmith that offers a mobile service for Nissan Maxima cars. We can help you with that. Second, tow the car to the dealer. Third, order a key online and have the dealer or locksmith cut and program (if necessary) it for you.
When did the Nissan Maxima first come out?
Nissan Maxima was introduced in 1981. This model has two versions and nine types of keys. Remote Key Fobs: 2008 to 2020. Transponder Chip Keys: 1999 to 2007. Non-Transponder Keys: 1981 to 1998. Please keep in mind that while some keys or key fobs may look the same, they have different capabilities/frequencies/keyways.
Can you change the VIN on a Nissan Maxima?
The VIN allows the dealer or automotive locksmith to access the key code on file, i.e., to cut you a replacement key by code, which is a very fast and easy process. There are, however, two things to consider: For Nissan Maxima vehicles that are older than ten years, there are no codes available.