[Fixed] Is the ignition lock coded separately in Mitsubishi Lancer AWD?

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Goldenret
Member since April 2023 • 55 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Mitsubishi Lancer AWD?

Posted on September 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1577 posts

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

Posted on September 28, 2024

Replies (3)

Quantumx
Member • 63 posts

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

September 28, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 116 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Mitsubishi Lancer AWD?

September 29, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 33 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Mitsubishi Lancer AWD's key code issue!

September 30, 2024 Reply

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