[Solution] 2000 Nissan Maxima 'Immobilizer Active' - won’t start after fuse pull

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Unicorn
Member since January 2023 • 108 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 2000 Nissan Maxima key fob?

Posted on December 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1563 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 Nissan Maxima. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 17, 2024

Replies (5)

Greengiant
Member • 91 posts

Same problem on my 2000 Nissan Maxima. Watching for any working solutions.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 54 posts

My 2000 Nissan Maxima just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 29 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2000 Nissan Maxima?

December 19, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 65 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2000 Nissan Maxima.

December 20, 2024 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 103 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2000 Nissan Maxima?

December 21, 2024 Reply

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