[Fixed] My Mitsubishi Pajero IV came with no key card - how do I get the code?

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Airjordan
Member since December 2021 • 109 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Mitsubishi Pajero IV to program a key?

Posted on August 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 675 posts

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

Posted on August 15, 2024

Replies (3)

Orangesoda
Member • 109 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Mitsubishi Pajero IV. Trying this instead.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 119 posts

I have a 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero IV, will this method work for that year?

August 16, 2024 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 89 posts

My Mitsubishi Pajero IV might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

August 17, 2024 Reply

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