[Archived] Key code alternatives when all else fails for Nissan Pathfinder Platinum SUV

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Looking for my Nissan Pathfinder Platinum SUV's factory key code to program a key

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Was about to give up on my Nissan Pathfinder Platinum SUV, but this gives me hope.

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Nissan Pathfinder Platinum SUV.

Using this on my Nissan Pathfinder Platinum SUV now. Hope it works.

I’m not alone! My Nissan Pathfinder Platinum SUV is doing the same thing.

Appreciate any advice—my Nissan Pathfinder Platinum SUV won’t recognize the key.

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