[Working] Dealer wants $$$ for 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander code - any other options?

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Darkknight
Member since June 2022 • 51 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Posted on November 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 16, 2024

Replies (4)

Dragonfly
Member • 124 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. Thanks!

November 16, 2024 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 76 posts

Same issue here with my 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander, let me know if it works.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 82 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 91 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander!

November 19, 2024 Reply

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