[Archived] My 2000 Nissan Xterra SE is stuck in immobilizer mode, help

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Ironwill
Member since February 2023 • 60 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2000 Nissan Xterra SE?

Posted on November 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 Nissan Xterra SE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 14, 2024

Replies (4)

Happycamper
Member • 16 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2000 Nissan Xterra SE, following this thread.

November 14, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 14 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2000 Nissan Xterra SE.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 130 posts

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

November 16, 2024 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 55 posts

My 2000 Nissan Xterra SE might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

November 17, 2024 Reply

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