[Archived] Quickest way to get key code for 2000 Nissan Xterra

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Zombieslayer
Member since September 2022 • 84 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2000 Nissan Xterra?

Posted on October 25, 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. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 26, 2024

Replies (4)

Alphamale
Member • 8 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2000 Nissan Xterra.

October 26, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 136 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 2000 Nissan Xterra?

October 27, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 56 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2000 Nissan Xterra, would this method still work?

October 28, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 111 posts

Been stuck with my 2000 Nissan Xterra for weeks. This might be the fix.

October 29, 2024 Reply

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