[Status: Resolved] Trying to reprogram key for Mitsubishi Colt 1000, don’t have PIN

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Kungfupanda
Member since February 2023 • 139 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Mitsubishi Colt 1000

Posted on November 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1400 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mitsubishi Colt 1000. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 25, 2024

Replies (5)

Irongiant
Member • 46 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Mitsubishi Colt 1000.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 37 posts

My Mitsubishi Colt 1000 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 9 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Mitsubishi Colt 1000.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 73 posts

My Mitsubishi Colt 1000 just blinks. I think this might fix it.

November 28, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 62 posts

Was about to give up on my Mitsubishi Colt 1000, but this gives me hope.

November 29, 2024 Reply

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