[Confirmed] Is there a backup key code in my 1997 Nissan Maxima manual?

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Mistermiyagi
Member since October 2021 • 138 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a 1997 Nissan Maxima for key programming?

Posted on May 12, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 750 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Nissan Maxima. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 13, 2025

Replies (6)

Neondream
Member • 121 posts

My 1997 Nissan Maxima won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

May 13, 2025 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 30 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 1997 Nissan Maxima's key code.

May 14, 2025 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 51 posts

Just tried this on my 1997 Nissan Maxima—anyone else have success?

May 15, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 25 posts

My 1997 Nissan Maxima is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

May 16, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 121 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1997 Nissan Maxima.

May 17, 2025 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 58 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 1997 Nissan Maxima for days.

May 18, 2025 Reply

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