[Solution] Where can I locate the key code to program a 2012 Nissan Altima 25 S key fob?

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Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my 2012 Nissan Altima 25 S?

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Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2012 Nissan Altima 25 S for a while.

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2012 Nissan Altima 25 S?

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2012 Nissan Altima 25 S.

Still can’t find the code for my 2012 Nissan Altima 25 S. This might do it.

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