[Confirmed Fix] Key code help for older model 2017 Nissan Altima SR

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Matrixfan
Member since July 2022 • 110 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2017 Nissan Altima SR for programming keys?

Posted on April 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1493 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Nissan Altima SR. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 23, 2025

Replies (6)

Xenonflash
Member • 127 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2017 Nissan Altima SR.

April 23, 2025 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 113 posts

My 2017 Nissan Altima SR's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

April 24, 2025 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 23 posts

Been stuck with my 2017 Nissan Altima SR for weeks. This might be the fix.

April 25, 2025 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 115 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2017 Nissan Altima SR for days.

April 26, 2025 Reply
Javaking
Member • 87 posts

My 2017 Nissan Altima SR is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

April 27, 2025 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 87 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2017 Nissan Altima SR.

April 28, 2025 Reply

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