[Confirmed Fix] Dealer claims Nissan Sun Favor key code is proprietary

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Yankeezulu
Member since June 2023 • 131 posts

How can I obtain my Nissan Sun Favor's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on September 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1087 posts

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

Posted on September 06, 2024

Replies (3)

Yellowjacket
Member • 58 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Nissan Sun Favor. Giving it a go myself.

September 06, 2024 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 25 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Nissan Sun Favor.

September 07, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 97 posts

Desperate to get my Nissan Sun Favor running again. Trying this tonight.

September 08, 2024 Reply

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