Section 2 (Immobilizer Systems): Programming: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: If an incorrect password is input five times in a row, immobilizer-ECU assumes an unauthorized operation is being attempted. Start prevention mode will be set, and engine will not function. To clear start-prevention mode, turn ignition switch to ON position and wait 20 minutes.

NOTE: If ignition key, immobilizer-ECU or PCM is replaced, encrypted codes of all ignition keys must be registered.