[Method] Desperate to get the key code for my 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante

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Lasertag
Member since September 2022 • 54 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante?

Posted on January 05, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 06, 2025

Replies (6)

Hyperlink
Member • 9 posts

My 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

January 06, 2025 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 76 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante, following this thread.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 5 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante key issue.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Megamind
Member • 9 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. Trying this instead.

January 09, 2025 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 67 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante.

January 10, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 116 posts

Same issue here with my 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante, let me know if it works.

January 11, 2025 Reply

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