[Answered] 2020 Nissan Pathfinder immobilizer flashing - code problem?

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Echolima
Member since August 2023 • 135 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 2020 Nissan Pathfinder keys at the dealer?

Posted on February 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 16, 2025

Replies (4)

Ghostrider
Member • 53 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2020 Nissan Pathfinder?

February 16, 2025 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 110 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2020 Nissan Pathfinder?

February 17, 2025 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 87 posts

Same issue here with my 2020 Nissan Pathfinder, let me know if it works.

February 18, 2025 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 29 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2020 Nissan Pathfinder all week. Hope this helps.

February 19, 2025 Reply

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