[Solved] Using OBD to get PIN code for Nissan Leaf SL Hatchback - safe?

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Redalert
Member since April 2023 • 48 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Nissan Leaf SL Hatchback keys?

Posted on December 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1937 posts

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

Posted on December 15, 2024

Replies (5)

Frank
Member • 56 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Nissan Leaf SL Hatchback's mystery code.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 75 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Nissan Leaf SL Hatchback all week. Hope this helps.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 49 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Nissan Leaf SL Hatchback.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 36 posts

I need this so bad for my Nissan Leaf SL Hatchback. Subscribed!

December 18, 2024 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 129 posts

Trying this on my Nissan Leaf SL Hatchback later. Will report back.

December 19, 2024 Reply

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