[Method] Dealer vs locksmith for 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse key code

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Bob
Member since September 2022 • 13 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

Posted on October 03, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1557 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 04, 2024

Replies (6)

Quantumx
Member • 73 posts

Key code problems with my 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse as well. Subscribed!

October 04, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 65 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

October 05, 2024 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 66 posts

Will this work if the 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse has an aftermarket alarm?

October 06, 2024 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 122 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse's mystery code.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 95 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 19 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

October 09, 2024 Reply

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