[It Worked!] Nissan IMk won't accept new key - transponder issue?

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Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Nissan IMk

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

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Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Nissan IMk.

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Nissan IMk.

Really need the key code for my Nissan IMk, thanks for sharing!

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