[It Worked!] European Nissan C80 key code in US - possible?

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Diana
Member since April 2022 • 147 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Nissan C80?

Posted on September 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 660 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Nissan C80. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 24, 2024

Replies (6)

Darkknight
Member • 34 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Nissan C80. Thanks!

September 24, 2024 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 59 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Nissan C80 key issue.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 115 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Nissan C80, hope someone can help.

September 26, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 25 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Nissan C80, would this method still work?

September 27, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 76 posts

My Nissan C80 just blinks. I think this might fix it.

September 28, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 6 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Nissan C80.

September 29, 2024 Reply

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