[Working] Do salvage yards keep key codes for 2018 Nissan SLs?

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Jumpman
Member since November 2022 • 141 posts

Where's the key code stored in my 2018 Nissan SL for key programming?

Posted on August 29, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Nissan SL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 30, 2024

Replies (4)

Codeninja
Member • 104 posts

My 2018 Nissan SL has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

August 30, 2024 Reply
Bob
Member • 105 posts

Worked for someone with a 2018 Nissan SL? Need to hear it!

August 31, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 104 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2018 Nissan SL.

September 01, 2024 Reply
Outlawjoe
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Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2018 Nissan SL.

September 02, 2024 Reply

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