[Status: Resolved] Stuck programming my Mitsubishi Eclipse key - missing vital code

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Cyberghost
Member since June 2022 • 129 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Mitsubishi Eclipse key fob?

Posted on August 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1883 posts

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

Posted on August 27, 2024

Replies (4)

Frostbyte
Member • 38 posts

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

August 27, 2024 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 73 posts

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

August 28, 2024 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 90 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Mitsubishi Eclipse.

August 29, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 149 posts

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

August 30, 2024 Reply

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