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Nissan Maxima Key Replacement

Nissan Maximas have been on Dallas–Fort Worth roads since the 2009 era, and across 4 key generations this model has used 3 different key systems — intelligent key smart-proximity; kr55wk49622; kr55wk48903; kr5s180144014. Whichever yours is, DFW Keys 4 Cars cuts and programs it at your location, 24/7: spare keys, lost-everything replacements, fob programming, and lockouts. Call (214) 717-6398.


About Maxima Keys

The table below is our verified key reference for the Nissan Maxima — model years, key types, and the transponder/immobilizer family each generation uses. Generations overlap at boundary years, so we always confirm the exact part by VIN before dispatching.

Model / GenerationYearsKey TypeTransponder / ImmobilizerBlade / FCC
Maxima2009–2014Intelligent Key smart-proximityPhilips Crypto 2 / Hitag 2 / ID46 / PCF7952DA34 emergency insert
Maxima2009–2014KR55WK49622; KR55WK48903315 MHz285E3-JA05A
Maxima2016–2018Intelligent Key smart-proximityHitag AES / ID4A / NXP PCF7953M, NCF29A1MDA34 emergency insert
Maxima2016–2018KR5S180144014433 MHz285E3-4RA0B

Security System & Immobilizer

Nissan’s NATS immobilizer dates to the late 1990s, evolving from early transponders through ID46 chips to the Intelligent Key proximity system that made push-button start mainstream.

On the Maxima specifically, the immobilizer families we see are: Philips Crypto 2 / Hitag 2 / ID46 / PCF7952, 315 MHz, Hitag AES / ID4A / NXP PCF7953M, NCF29A1M, 433 MHz. A key that is cut correctly but not programmed to this system will turn the locks and never start the engine — programming is the half of the job that matters.

Which key does your year have?

  • 2009–2014: Intelligent Key smart-proximity — Philips Crypto 2 / Hitag 2 / ID46 / PCF7952 (DA34 emergency insert)
  • 2009–2014: KR55WK49622; KR55WK48903 — 315 MHz (285E3-JA05A)
  • 2016–2018: Intelligent Key smart-proximity — Hitag AES / ID4A / NXP PCF7953M, NCF29A1M (DA34 emergency insert)
  • 2016–2018: KR5S180144014 — 433 MHz (285E3-4RA0B)

Our Maxima Key Services


Nissan Maxima Key FAQ

I lost the only key to my Maxima. What now?

We come to the vehicle, verify ownership, cut a new key from the VIN, and program it on-site. No tow, no dealer wait — this is our most common Maxima call.

Will a hardware-store copy start my Maxima?

It will open the doors and nothing else on transponder-era cars — the chip inside the key must be programmed to the immobilizer, which is the part we do curbside.

My Maxima is older — do you still stock keys for it?

Yes. We carry blanks and chips going back to the 2009–2014 generation (intelligent key smart-proximity), and a code-cut fresh key usually turns a worn lock better than any copy of your worn key.

How fast can you reach my Maxima in DFW?

We dispatch the nearest mobile unit across the whole metroplex, 24/7. Call (214) 717-6398 with your location and we’ll give you an honest ETA.