[Free Solution] Help! My 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is stuck in anti-theft mode

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Betamax
Member since November 2022 • 95 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse key fob?

Posted on December 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 18, 2024

Replies (5)

Hackman
Member • 117 posts

I have a 2011 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse, will this method work for that year?

December 18, 2024 Reply
Younggun
Member • 80 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

December 19, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 145 posts

Really need the key code for my 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse, thanks for sharing!

December 20, 2024 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 49 posts

Saved me from towing my 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Thanks!

December 21, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 110 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Thanks!

December 22, 2024 Reply

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