[Resolved] Where's the key code stored on a 2011 Nissan Sentra 20 S for programming keys?

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Ninjastar
Member since September 2022 • 87 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 2011 Nissan Sentra 20 S keys at the dealer?

Posted on August 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Nissan Sentra 20 S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 16, 2024

Replies (4)

Frostbite
Member • 43 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2011 Nissan Sentra 20 S.

August 16, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 93 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2011 Nissan Sentra 20 S. Need the code badly.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 65 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2011 Nissan Sentra 20 S.

August 18, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 10 posts

I tried this with my 2011 Nissan Sentra 20 S but still no luck. Any suggestions?

August 19, 2024 Reply

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