[Completed] How do I bypass the immobilizer code on my 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSR?

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Whiteknight
Member since February 2022 • 47 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSR?

Posted on December 23, 2024
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Posted on December 24, 2024

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Purplehaze
Member • 143 posts

Been stuck with my 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSR for weeks. This might be the fix.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 75 posts

Just tried this on my 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSR—anyone else have success?

December 25, 2024 Reply
Yellowjacket
Member • 122 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSR.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 17 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSR.

December 27, 2024 Reply

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