[Confirmed Fix] Do I need a dealer for 2012 Mitsubishi i MiEV ES immobilizer reset?

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Airjordan
Member since October 2021 • 24 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 2012 Mitsubishi i MiEV ES for key programming?

Posted on April 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1674 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Mitsubishi i MiEV ES. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 16, 2025

Replies (6)

Frostymug
Member • 112 posts

My 2012 Mitsubishi i MiEV ES's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

April 16, 2025 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 38 posts

Just what I needed! My 2012 Mitsubishi i MiEV ES has been acting up lately.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 47 posts

My 2012 Mitsubishi i MiEV ES's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

April 18, 2025 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 150 posts

Really need the key code for my 2012 Mitsubishi i MiEV ES, thanks for sharing!

April 19, 2025 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 143 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2012 Mitsubishi i MiEV ES.

April 20, 2025 Reply
Yellowjacket
Member • 20 posts

I think my 2012 Mitsubishi i MiEV ES has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

April 21, 2025 Reply

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