[Solved] Is the immobilizer code written anywhere on the 1987 Mitsubishi Montero?

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Wildcard
Member since January 2023 • 79 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my 1987 Mitsubishi Montero?

Posted on September 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1987 Mitsubishi Montero. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 14, 2024

Replies (3)

Charlie
Member • 87 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1987 Mitsubishi Montero.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 53 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 1987 Mitsubishi Montero.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 135 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 1987 Mitsubishi Montero's key code issue!

September 16, 2024 Reply

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