[Issue Closed] 1986 Mitsubishi Montero keyless entry failed - car won’t start

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Jazzcat
Member since July 2022 • 95 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 1986 Mitsubishi Montero key fob?

Posted on December 31, 2024
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Posted on January 01, 2025

Replies (5)

Flyingdutch
Member • 7 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 1986 Mitsubishi Montero.

January 01, 2025 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 8 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 1986 Mitsubishi Montero.

January 02, 2025 Reply
Javaking
Member • 32 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 1986 Mitsubishi Montero. This is a lifesaver.

January 03, 2025 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 31 posts

Really need the key code for my 1986 Mitsubishi Montero, thanks for sharing!

January 04, 2025 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 134 posts

My 1986 Mitsubishi Montero has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

January 05, 2025 Reply

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