[Fixed] Replacing remote for 1979 Nissan 280ZX Turbo IMSA - need access code?

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Frank
Member since June 2023 • 98 posts

How can I access my 1979 Nissan 280ZX Turbo IMSA's key code to program new keys?

Posted on February 13, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1979 Nissan 280ZX Turbo IMSA. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 14, 2025

Replies (4)

Superfly
Member • 149 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 1979 Nissan 280ZX Turbo IMSA.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 16 posts

Just what I needed! My 1979 Nissan 280ZX Turbo IMSA has been acting up lately.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 57 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1979 Nissan 280ZX Turbo IMSA. This might do it.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 120 posts

This just might solve my 1979 Nissan 280ZX Turbo IMSA's ignition issue.

February 17, 2025 Reply

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