[Fixed] Online dealer key code request for 1990 Mitsubishi Montero

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Urbanninja
Member since April 2022 • 59 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 1990 Mitsubishi Montero key fob?

Posted on August 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1990 Mitsubishi Montero. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 16, 2024

Replies (4)

Vortex22
Member • 105 posts

My 1990 Mitsubishi Montero needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

August 16, 2024 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 68 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 1990 Mitsubishi Montero?

August 17, 2024 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 54 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 1990 Mitsubishi Montero. Thanks!

August 18, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 37 posts

I have a 2011 1990 Mitsubishi Montero, will this method work for that year?

August 19, 2024 Reply

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