[Verified] Where do junkyards store Nissan Primera codes?

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Whiterabbit
Member since January 2022 • 61 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Nissan Primera?

Posted on November 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1828 posts

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

Posted on November 11, 2024

Replies (6)

Knightlight
Member • 49 posts

Saved me from towing my Nissan Primera. Thanks!

November 11, 2024 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 102 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Nissan Primera, would this method still work?

November 12, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 63 posts

Following this for my Nissan Primera. Please update if it works!

November 13, 2024 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 123 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Nissan Primera for days.

November 14, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 70 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Nissan Primera, hope this helps.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 90 posts

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

November 16, 2024 Reply

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