[Free Fix] Aftermarket solutions when 2005 Nissan Xterra key code lost

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Digitalnomad
Member since January 2022 • 74 posts

Need my 2005 Nissan Xterra's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on February 16, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 Nissan Xterra. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 17, 2025

Replies (4)

Byteme
Member • 32 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2005 Nissan Xterra?

February 17, 2025 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 29 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2005 Nissan Xterra owner.

February 18, 2025 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 39 posts

My 2005 Nissan Xterra won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

February 19, 2025 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 103 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2005 Nissan Xterra's key code.

February 20, 2025 Reply

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