[Completed] VIN to key code service for 2008 Nissan Maxima - legit?

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Alphaomega
Member since April 2023 • 136 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2008 Nissan Maxima?

Posted on April 07, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 937 posts

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

Posted on April 08, 2025

Replies (4)

Orangesoda
Member • 49 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2008 Nissan Maxima.

April 08, 2025 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 17 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2008 Nissan Maxima. Need the code badly.

April 09, 2025 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 71 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2008 Nissan Maxima too!

April 10, 2025 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 89 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2008 Nissan Maxima owner.

April 11, 2025 Reply

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