[Resolved] 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS started once, now asks for PIN - help?

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Eve
Member since February 2023 • 37 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS?

Posted on March 19, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 20, 2025

Replies (6)

Zetareticuli
Member • 131 posts

Using this on my 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS now. Hope it works.

March 20, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 9 posts

My 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

March 21, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 15 posts

My 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

March 22, 2025 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 12 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS?

March 23, 2025 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 16 posts

I think my 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

March 24, 2025 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 114 posts

I tried this with my 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS but still no luck. Any suggestions?

March 25, 2025 Reply

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