[Closed] How to read key code from Nissan T12_T72 ignition

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Where's the key code hidden on a Nissan T12_T72 for key programming?

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Using this on my Nissan T12_T72 now. Hope it works.

Got a dead key fob for my Nissan T12_T72. Need the code badly.

Just checking in to say this helped with my Nissan T12_T72. Thanks!

Waiting to see if this will work on my Nissan T12_T72 as well.

My Nissan T12_T72's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

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