Nissan Key Programming
Like most imports, Nissan’s NATS immobilizer has no at-home relearn — any key that starts the car (chip, remote-head, flip, or push-to-start intelligent key) is programmed by an automotive key professional with a tool, not the dealer, and still well under dealer pricing. The standalone keyless-entry remotes (Frontier, Xterra, Titan, Armada and older cars) you can program yourself. Find your model below.
Find your Nissan model
Tap your model, then match your key to the photo. Each picture links to that exact key if you need a replacement.
Nissan 240SX
2000–2006 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan 350Z
2003–2009 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — program the buttons yourself onboard (the 6×-insert method, no tools). Steps below.
2003–2009 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan 350Z Roadster
2003–2009 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan 370Z
2009–2019 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Altima
2000–2006 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2002–2006 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — program the buttons yourself onboard (the 6×-insert method, no tools). Steps below.
2005–2006 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2007–2013 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2013–2018 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2019–2025 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Ariya
2023–2026 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Armada
2004–2017 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2004–2015 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — program the buttons yourself onboard (the 6×-insert method, no tools). Steps below.
2004–2024 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2008–2015 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2017–2024 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2017–2025 · Flip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Cube
2009–2017 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2009–2014 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2009–2010 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Frontier
2002–2005 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2002–2016 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — program the buttons yourself onboard (the 6×-insert method, no tools). Steps below.
2020–2025 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Juke
2011–2020 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2011–2017 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Kicks
2018–2021 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2022–2025 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Leaf
2011–2015 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Maxima
2000–2006 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2004–2006 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2007–2008 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2009–2014 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2016–2018 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2019–2023 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Murano
2003–2008 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2003–2008 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2009–2025 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2015–2018 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2019–2024 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan NV
2013–2024 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2011–2021 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Pathfinder
1999–2014 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2007–2012 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2009–2013 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2019–2021 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2013–2018 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2019–2021 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2022–2025 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Quest
2004–2010 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2004–2010 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — program the buttons yourself onboard (the 6×-insert method, no tools). Steps below.
2004–2018 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Rogue
2014–2021 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2007–2013 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2008–2015 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2014–2021 · Flip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2014–2018 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2019–2021 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2022–2025 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Sentra
2000–2019 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2007–2012 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — program the buttons yourself onboard (the 6×-insert method, no tools). Steps below.
2007–2012 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2007–2019 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2019–2022 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2023–2026 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Titan
2004–2021 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2004–2016 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2019–2023 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2016–2018 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2019–2024 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Versa
2007–2018 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2007–2013 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — program the buttons yourself onboard (the 6×-insert method, no tools). Steps below.
2007–2012 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2007–2019 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2007–2012 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2020–2022 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2023–2026 · Intelligent (Smart) Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Versa Note
2012–2019 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Nissan Xterra
2002–2015 · Transponder Chip Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
2002–2015 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — program the buttons yourself onboard (the 6×-insert method, no tools). Steps below.
2005–2015 · Remote-Head Key Pro programming
Needs professional programming with compatible equipment.
Keyless-entry remote — program it yourself
Nissan’s standalone remotes sync onboard with the 6×-insert method — about 5 minutes, no tools. (This is for the separate keyless remote; a key with a chip that starts the car still needs an automotive key professional.)
- Close and lock all doors using the driver’s-side power lock/unlock switch.
- Insert the key into the ignition and remove it 6 times within 10 seconds (do NOT turn it) — the hazard lamps flash to confirm you’re in programming mode.
- Insert the key and turn to ACC (accessory).
- Within 5 seconds, press LOCK on the first remote — the door locks cycle to confirm it programmed.
- For each additional remote, press LOCK within 5 seconds of the last. Turn the ignition OFF, remove the key, and test.
▶ Watch it done
Video: DIY - AUTO & PHOTO on YouTube (independent, not affiliated with us). Your year may differ slightly — the written steps above are for your vehicle.
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