Will not start security light is on

2007 NISSAN SENTRA
188,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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JLONGO1984
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Security light is on in the car won’t start.
Apr 29, 2019 at 7:44 AM
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello,

Unfortunately there is no way around this. It is caused by the Power-train Control Module (PCM) or "computer" not recognizing the keys trying to start your vehicle. The only way to get around this is to have a chipped key from your vehicle reprogrammed to the PCM at either the dealership or a locksmith. This is intentionally done to keep anybody from having an unchipped key and being able to steal your vehicle.

Thanks,
Alex
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Apr 29, 2019 at 2:19 PM
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