[Solution] Can’t start my Ariya Nismo, ignition code missing

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Xfactor
Member since November 2022 • 89 posts

Need my Ariya Nismo's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on August 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1338 posts

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

Posted on August 21, 2024

Replies (6)

Yellowjacket
Member • 31 posts

My Ariya Nismo won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 43 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Ariya Nismo. This might do it.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 116 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Ariya Nismo. Giving it a go myself.

August 23, 2024 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 47 posts

I have a 2011 Ariya Nismo, will this method work for that year?

August 24, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 84 posts

My Ariya Nismo refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

August 25, 2024 Reply
Charlie
Member • 14 posts

Just what I needed! My Ariya Nismo has been acting up lately.

August 26, 2024 Reply

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