[Verified] Locked out of my 1998 INFINITI Q - don’t have the key code

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Yellowdog
Member since December 2022 • 56 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 1998 INFINITI Q?

Posted on May 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 INFINITI Q. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 11, 2025

Replies (3)

Digitalnomad
Member • 131 posts

Trying this out on my 1998 INFINITI Q today—hoping it works.

May 11, 2025 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 7 posts

My 1998 INFINITI Q needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

May 12, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 62 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 1998 INFINITI Q.

May 13, 2025 Reply

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