[Issue Closed] Best locksmith for Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Invite key code service

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Need my Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Invite's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

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Dealer wants too much just to reset my Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Invite. Trying this instead.

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Just tried this on my Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Invite—anyone else have success?

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