[Method] Dealer being difficult about Nissan 300ZX Z32 key code

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Where's the key code stored in a Nissan 300ZX Z32 for making new keys?

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Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Nissan 300ZX Z32.

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Nissan 300ZX Z32s?

Can’t believe this worked on my Nissan 300ZX Z32. Huge thanks!

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