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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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