[Working] Where do I enter key programming code in 1998 Nissan Frontier Regular Cab?

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Where do they get the key code to program 1998 Nissan Frontier Regular Cab keys at the dealer?

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Same issue here with my 1998 Nissan Frontier Regular Cab, let me know if it works.

Saved me from towing my 1998 Nissan Frontier Regular Cab. Thanks!

I have a 2011 1998 Nissan Frontier Regular Cab, will this method work for that year?

I tried this with my 1998 Nissan Frontier Regular Cab but still no luck. Any suggestions?

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