Saturday, January 11, 2014
How to Replace the Car Keys for a 2007 Nissan Versa
The 2007 Nissan Versa came with two key options: A regular transponder-chipped key that opens the doors and starts the engine, or an Intelligent Key that allows you to open your car door or press the start button to turn the car on. Both types of keys can be replaced at a Nissan dealership. In addition, if you add extra car keys, you have to bring any keys you already have with you to be reprogrammed. Otherwise, the keys will not work again.
Instructions
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Call your local Nissan dealer to make an appointment to come in with your vehicle or to find out if you can simply stop in during service department hours.
2Go to the Nissan USA website to locate a local dealer if you do not know the phone number. Under the "Shop & Locate" menu on the bottom of the page, choose the "Find a Dealer" option. Put in your zip code in the space provided and click the search option. Choose a dealer to call from the results page.
3Tell the service representative that you need to replace your keys. Go to the dealer with your keys at the appointed time, or drop by during business hours if you dont need an appointment.
4Tell the service department representative how many keys you want to purchase. You can add up to four Intelligent Keys or five chipped keys.
5Give all of your Versa keys to the service representative. Wait while the keys are set up for your car. Pay the service representative and make sure that all the keys work before you leave.
Friday, January 10, 2014
How to Open the Door to a 2002 Saturn With Locked Keys in the Car
Your 2002 Saturn is a nice car; unfortunately, you cant drive it at the moment because youve locked your keys inside it. The mechanics at a Florida Saturn dealership caution against attempting to retrieve them on your own. While you may have seen your parents use a wire or metal hanger at some point to unlock their own cars to retrieve locked-in keys, this technique may damage the inside of the door frame and is not highly recommended by Saturn. However, if you find yourself in this situation and need to retrieve your keys, exercise caution attempting to jimmy the lock of your 2002 Saturn with a wire hanger.
Instructions
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Check all of your windows and doors to see if its your lucky day and one is down or unlocked. Your driver door might be locked, but one of the others might not have locked, making retrieving your keys very simple.
2Bend a wire hanger or similarly sized object to create a hook or triangle shaped handle.
3Push the hanger down in between the door frame and the window. As gently as possible, use the hanger to find the switch for the door lock. Late-model cars have more power equipment, so Saturn recommends exercising caution.
4Pull the hanger until you find the door lock and hear the locks click open.
Saturday, November 9, 2013
How to Make Replacement Keys for a 2002 Saturn
Youve lost or misplaced the keys to your 2002 Saturn and are understandably frustrated. Replacing them doesnt have to be a great hassle. Since Saturn uses transponder or "coded" keys that emit a frequency specially attuned to your cars ignition, youll have to order a set that will be not only cut but programmed. A new set is as near as your Saturn dealership or a reputable automotive locksmith. If you are unable to travel to a dealership, an automotive locksmith can meet you on site with your new keys.
Instructions
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Call the dealership and see how much it will charge you for a new set of keys. The keys will have to be found in inventory, cut and then coded for your particular car. Once you get a price, do a little comparison shopping.
2Call a reputable automotive locksmith, preferably one recommended by your auto mechanic or through a listing with the Better Business Bureau. A reputable locksmith will more than likely give you a lower price quote than the dealership.
3Place your order for your keys with a vendor. Expect it to take four hours to get a set of keys from a dealership and less than that from an automotive locksmith. If you are unable to travel to the dealership, a locksmith is by far the best choice as he will bring the key to you and test it in your ignition.
