[Solution] Key code missing from manual for 2017 Mitsubishi i MiEV

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Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2017 Mitsubishi i MiEV

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Worked on my cousin’s 2017 Mitsubishi i MiEV—might work for mine too.

I’ve got a 2012 2017 Mitsubishi i MiEV, would this method still work?

My 2017 Mitsubishi i MiEV just blinks. I think this might fix it.

Really need the key code for my 2017 Mitsubishi i MiEV, thanks for sharing!

Just what I needed! My 2017 Mitsubishi i MiEV has been acting up lately.

My mechanic said this might help with my 2017 Mitsubishi i MiEV key issue.

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