[Resolved] Can I bypass ignition lock on 1996 Nissan Pathfinder with code?

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Techlord
Member since July 2022 • 98 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 1996 Nissan Pathfinder for programming keys?

Posted on January 28, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Nissan Pathfinder. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 29, 2025

Replies (4)

Redalert
Member • 101 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 1996 Nissan Pathfinder too.

January 29, 2025 Reply
Redbull
Member • 131 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 1996 Nissan Pathfinder.

January 30, 2025 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 125 posts

Worked for someone with a 1996 Nissan Pathfinder? Need to hear it!

January 31, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 55 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 1996 Nissan Pathfinder won’t recognize the key.

February 01, 2025 Reply

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