[Resolved] How do I know if my 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse has an immobilizer?

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Younggun
Member since March 2022 • 34 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse

Posted on December 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1597 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 24, 2024

Replies (5)

Heidi
Member • 64 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. This looks promising.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 11 posts

Trying this on my 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse later. Will report back.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 6 posts

Trying this on my 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse later. Will report back.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 39 posts

I think my 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 15 posts

My 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

December 28, 2024 Reply

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