[Solved] Do I need a dealer for Mitsubishi Pajero I immobilizer reset?

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Phoenixrise
Member since February 2023 • 106 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Mitsubishi Pajero I

Posted on March 29, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mitsubishi Pajero I. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 30, 2025

Replies (5)

Heidi
Member • 124 posts

Key code problems with my Mitsubishi Pajero I as well. Subscribed!

March 30, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 78 posts

My Mitsubishi Pajero I won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

March 31, 2025 Reply
Techguru
Member • 32 posts

Desperate to get my Mitsubishi Pajero I running again. Trying this tonight.

April 01, 2025 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 106 posts

If this works for my Mitsubishi Pajero I, I owe you big time.

April 02, 2025 Reply
Heidi
Member • 33 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Mitsubishi Pajero I's key code issue!

April 03, 2025 Reply

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