[Method] Mitsubishi iMiEV 'Immobilizer Active' - won’t start after fuse pull

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Alice
Member since October 2021 • 13 posts

Where do they get the key code to program Mitsubishi iMiEV keys at the dealer?

Posted on September 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1638 posts

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

Posted on September 20, 2024

Replies (3)

Alice
Member • 150 posts

My Mitsubishi iMiEV's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

September 20, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 104 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Mitsubishi iMiEV.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 52 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Mitsubishi iMiEV's mystery code.

September 22, 2024 Reply

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