[Completed] Looking for key code for my Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GT, any tips?

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Ghostrider
Member since May 2022 • 96 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GT - where's the key code?

Posted on May 04, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 05, 2025

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Younggun
Member • 93 posts

Following this for my Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GT. Please update if it works!

May 05, 2025 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 117 posts

Key code problems with my Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GT as well. Subscribed!

May 06, 2025 Reply
Megamind
Member • 130 posts

Saved me from towing my Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GT. Thanks!

May 07, 2025 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 117 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GT too!

May 08, 2025 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 40 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GT's key code.

May 09, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
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I’m in the same boat with my Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GT. This looks promising.

May 10, 2025 Reply

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