[Confirmed Fix] Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV Invite key reader not responding - code issue?

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Flyingdutch
Member since September 2021 • 54 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV Invite to make a spare key?

Posted on September 11, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV Invite. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 12, 2024

Replies (3)

Xrayspecs
Member • 76 posts

Just what I needed! My Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV Invite has been acting up lately.

September 12, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 133 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV Invite.

September 13, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 74 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV Invite.

September 14, 2024 Reply

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