How to Obtain a Spare Ignition Key for a 2008 Dodge Nitro

Making a duplicate spare key for a 2008 Dodge Nitro sounds complex and confusing at first. You must start with two spares in your possession. Once a the duplicate's blade has been cut, you have to program the chip inside the key, which requires climbing into the car and performing a series of turns with the key in the Dodge's ignition. The process, though, only takes a few minutes to complete. If you do not have two spares, then you will have to visit your Dodge dealership with your spare and the four digit owner's PIN that came with the Nitro upon purchase.

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  Visit your Dodge Dealership or a Dodge approved locksmith and have a new key cut. Even if you have two spares, the duplicate will not work in your Nitro until it has been programmed.

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  Open the driver's side door and get into the seat. Insert the first of the two spares into the ignition and turn to "On." Wait a minimum of three seconds and the turn the key to "Lock." Then, remove the key.

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  Insert the second spare into the ignition and turn it to "On." Wait 10 seconds. The Nitro will emit a chime, and the Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light will start flashing. At that time, turn the key to "Lock" and remove it.

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  Insert the newly cut duplicate into the ignition and turn to "On." Ten seconds will pass and the chime will return. Also, the flashing Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light from Step 3 will stop flashing. This light will light up again for 3 seconds before turning off. This is the Nitro telling you that the programming process is complete.