[Completed] Nissan IMq code lost - looking for safe way to retrieve it

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Electric
Member since December 2022 • 129 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Nissan IMq for making new keys?

Posted on September 11, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1973 posts

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

Posted on September 12, 2024

Replies (6)

Frostymug
Member • 92 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Nissan IMq—might work for mine too.

September 12, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 84 posts

This thread might save my Nissan IMq. Thanks everyone!

September 13, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 139 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Nissan IMq.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 49 posts

This just might solve my Nissan IMq's ignition issue.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 140 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Nissan IMq.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 134 posts

Anyone try this on a Nissan IMq with push-button start?

September 17, 2024 Reply

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