[Verified] Where's the key code stored on a 1997 INFINITI QX for programming keys?

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Bluescreen
Member since September 2022 • 47 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 1997 INFINITI QX?

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 1997 INFINITI QX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 29, 2025

Replies (6)

Alphamax
Member • 103 posts

My 1997 INFINITI QX is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

January 29, 2025 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 103 posts

My 1997 INFINITI QX refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

January 30, 2025 Reply
Hackman
Member • 53 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 1997 INFINITI QX's key code.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 38 posts

Same issue here with my 1997 INFINITI QX, let me know if it works.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 43 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 1997 INFINITI QX?

February 02, 2025 Reply
Echolima
Member • 130 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 1997 INFINITI QXs?

February 03, 2025 Reply

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