[Archived] Getting key code for 1994 Mitsubishi Mighty Max Regular with smart key

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Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1994 Mitsubishi Mighty Max Regular

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Saved me from towing my 1994 Mitsubishi Mighty Max Regular. Thanks!

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 1994 Mitsubishi Mighty Max Regular owner.

Trying this out on my 1994 Mitsubishi Mighty Max Regular today—hoping it works.

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 1994 Mitsubishi Mighty Max Regular this weekend.

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