2009 Mitsubishi Galant

Programming Guide for 2009 Mitsubishi Galant Keyless Entry Remote Fob

Important Notice: Carefully follow these instructions to program both the key portion and the remote portion of your remote head key. Each step must be completed in sequence to ensure proper registration and functionality.

Program the Key Portion of Your Remote Head Key:

  • Step 1: Ensure Key is Properly Cut Before beginning, ensure that the new key is properly cut to match your vehicle's ignition system.
  • Step 2: Insert the First Working Key into the Ignition Insert an existing working key into the ignition cylinder and leave the ignition in the OFF position.
  • Step 3: Turn the Ignition ON for 5 Seconds Turn the ignition cylinder to the ON position (without cranking the engine) for 5 seconds, then return the ignition to the OFF position and remove the key.
  • Step 4: Insert the Second Working Key Within 10 seconds of removing the first key, insert the second working key into the ignition and turn it to the ON position. The security light will flash twice, indicating the system is ready.
  • Step 5: Insert the New (Unprogrammed) Key Within 10 seconds of removing the second key, insert the new, unprogrammed key into the ignition and turn it to the ON position.
  • Step 6: Program the New Key The security light will illuminate for 3 seconds, confirming that the new key has been successfully programmed.
  • Step 7: Turn Ignition OFF and Remove the Key Turn the ignition to the OFF position and remove the newly programmed key. Repeat Steps 4 through 6 to program additional keys. All new keys must be programmed within 30 seconds of removing the second key.
  • Step 8: Exit Programming Mode To exit programming mode, leave the ignition ON for more than 30 seconds.

Program the Remote Portion of Your Remote Head Key: 

  • Step 1: Locate the Data Port Find the Data Port under the driver’s side dashboard, typically located to the right of the steering column. This is where the jumper wire will be connected.
  • Step 2: Insert Keys into the Ignition Insert the keys into the ignition and leave it in the OFF position.
  • Step 3: Ensure Metal Contact Pins in Terminals 1 and 4 Make sure there are metal contact pins in terminals 1 and 4 of the Data Port. These terminals must be connected for the system to enter programming mode.
  • Step 4: Connect the Jumper Wire Use a suitable jumper wire to connect terminals 1 and 4 in the Data Port. Leave the jumper wire connected throughout the entire programming procedure. Ensure the connection is secure.
  • Step 5: Activate Programming Mode Within 10 seconds of connecting the jumper wire, press the Hazard Switch six times in quick succession. The doors will automatically lock and unlock once, indicating that the system is in programming mode.
  • Step 6: Program the First Remote Press the LOCK button on the remote you wish to program three times within 10 seconds. The doors will lock and unlock once to confirm successful registration.
  • Step 7: Program Additional Remotes If you have additional remotes to program (up to 4 remotes total), repeat Step 6 for each remote within one minute. After programming each remote, the doors will lock and unlock once to confirm successful registration.
  • Step 8: Test All Remotes Test each remote by pressing the lock/unlock buttons to ensure proper functionality.
  • Step 9: Disconnect the Jumper Wire Once all remotes are successfully programmed, disconnect the jumper wire from the Data Port.
  • Step 10: Turn Ignition to OFF Make sure the ignition is turned to OFF once the jumper wire is removed to complete the process.
  • Step 11: Remove Keys from the Ignition Finally, remove the keys from the ignition. Verify that all remotes are functioning properly before concluding the process.