We completed this Nissan Altima key programming job in Manalapan, NJ, for a customer who had purchased the vehicle at auction. The keys supplied with the car did not work, leaving the customer unable to start it.
Bought a car with keys that won’t work? Call American Star Locksmith at (201) 613-2700 to discuss your vehicle and arrange service.
The customer was concerned that the entire ignition system would need to be replaced – a repair they expected to cost considerably more than programming a replacement Car key.
Before moving forward, we checked the vehicle and its key system to determine whether programming was a suitable solution.
A Working Smart Key Without Replacing the Ignition System
For this Nissan Altima, we confirmed that we could program a compatible smart key. Using our professional equipment and the required authorizations, we successfully provided and programmed a key that allowed the customer to start the vehicle with its existing push-button ignition.
The photos show our AUTEL equipment inside the vehicle, along with the smart key fobs. The result was a working key without the ignition system replacement the customer had feared.
This solution depends on the specific vehicle and the condition of its systems. A key that does not start the car does not, by itself, establish that the ignition needs replacing. Checking the vehicle first helps determine the appropriate next step.
Need Car Locksmith Services in Manalapan, NJ? Call American Star Locksmith at (201) 613-2700.
We specialize in automotive key replacement and programming, including compatible smart keys for push-button start vehicles.
Whether your keys are missing or the keys supplied with a recently purchased car do not work, contact us with the make, model, and year. We’ll explain the available options and help you arrange the right service for your vehicle.







