[Success] Can’t find PIN in glovebox docs for my 2008 Dodge Nitro

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Looking for my 2008 Dodge Nitro's key code to program a new key fob

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I’m not alone! My 2008 Dodge Nitro is doing the same thing.

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2008 Dodge Nitro.

My mechanic said this might help with my 2008 Dodge Nitro key issue.

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