[Solved] Trying to program a new key for my 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander - where's the key code?

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Where do I get the key code for my 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander to make a spare key?

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Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander key code too.

My 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

Will this work for older 2010 Mitsubishi Outlanders? Mine's a 2009.

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