[Archived] Trying to start a 1999 Mitsubishi Galant without immobilizer PIN

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Laserbeam
Member since October 2021 • 128 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 1999 Mitsubishi Galant for programming keys?

Posted on May 27, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 28, 2025

Replies (3)

Happycamper
Member • 132 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 1999 Mitsubishi Galant as well.

May 28, 2025 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 133 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.

May 29, 2025 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 89 posts

Desperate to get my 1999 Mitsubishi Galant running again. Trying this tonight.

May 30, 2025 Reply

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