[Success] Does the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS transponder code reset after ECU swap?

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Icedragon
Member since March 2023 • 41 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS?

Posted on May 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 Montero Sport LS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 06, 2025

Replies (4)

Heidi
Member • 141 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS, would this method still work?

May 06, 2025 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 97 posts

My 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

May 07, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 91 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS as well.

May 08, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 34 posts

My 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

May 09, 2025 Reply

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