[Confirmed] Dealer says key code unavailable for Nissan Maxima A34

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Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Nissan Maxima A34?

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Really hoping this unlocks my Nissan Maxima A34's mystery code.

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Nissan Maxima A34 owner.

Why is finding a key code on a Nissan Maxima A34 this hard?!

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Nissan Maxima A34.

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