Does a 2009 Mitsubishi Galant have a chip in the key?
A transponder key, also known as a chip key, is an actual electronic chip that is inside the key head where you cannot see it. If your Mitsubishi Galant is from the years 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012, you have a transponder key.
How do you program a 2009 Mitsubishi Galant key?
2009 Mitsubishi Galant Keyless Entry Remote Fob Programming Instructions
- Insert an existing first (working) key into the ignition cylinder.
- Turn the ignition cylinder ON (Without cranking the engine) for 5 seconds and back to OFF and remove the key.
- Within 10 seconds, insert a second working key and turn to ON.
Do you need a new key for a Galant?
A word of caution: The type of key you need depends on the year and model of your Mitsubishi Galant. Therefore, the options for getting a new key made and programmed depend on whether you need a remote, an intelligent fob, push to start button, a transponder, or a regular key.
What kind of key does a Mitsubishi Galant use?
Using a transponder key, the key contain a transponder chip as part of the immobiliser system. If your Mitsubishi Galant was built in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 or 2012 your vehicle might use the remote head key, as the name suggests, these are keys with remote buttons built into the top of the key.
Do you need a transponder for a Mitsubishi Galant?
To make things simple, we divided all Mitsubishi Galant keys into two categories: No programming needed (Non-transponder keys). Keys that need to be programmed (Transponder or remote key fobs). These keys required the expertise of an automotive locksmith or the dealer.
Where is the data port on a Mitsubishi Galant?
To save money, consider programming the key yourself. Open the car’s data port located under the dashboard on the driver’s side. Insert the key into the ignition. Connect data port one and four with a jumper wire. Data port one is the port in the top-left corner. Data port four is the fourth port on the top row. Ensure you connect the right ports.
A word of caution: The type of key you need depends on the year and model of your Mitsubishi Galant. Therefore, the options for getting a new key made and programmed depend on whether you need a remote, an intelligent fob, push to start button, a transponder, or a regular key.
Do you need to program a Mitsubishi Galant key?
No programming needed (Non-transponder keys). Keys that need to be programmed (Transponder or remote key fobs). These keys required the expertise of an automotive locksmith or the dealer. Mitsubishi Galant non-transponder keys are metal keys that have no chip in them. Therefore, no programming is needed.
To make things simple, we divided all Mitsubishi Galant keys into two categories: No programming needed (Non-transponder keys). Keys that need to be programmed (Transponder or remote key fobs). These keys required the expertise of an automotive locksmith or the dealer.