[Issue Closed] Do I need a dealer for 2008 INFINITI M immobilizer reset?

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Quantumleap
Member since October 2022 • 124 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 2008 INFINITI M for making new keys?

Posted on February 03, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 806 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 INFINITI M. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 04, 2025

Replies (6)

Redbull
Member • 67 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2008 INFINITI M too.

February 04, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 48 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2008 INFINITI M key code too.

February 05, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 10 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2008 INFINITI M too.

February 06, 2025 Reply
Betamax
Member • 101 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2008 INFINITI M.

February 07, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 30 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2008 INFINITI M key code too.

February 08, 2025 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 111 posts

If this works for my 2008 INFINITI M, I owe you big time.

February 09, 2025 Reply

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