2012 Mitsubishi Lancer

Programming Guide for 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Keyless Entry Remote Fob (Smart Key)

Important Notice: This vehicle requires specialized tools to program both the key portion and the remote head key. Programming must be completed by a qualified technician with the necessary equipment.

Programming the Key Portion of Your Remote Head Key

  • Step 1: Obtain a Cut Key Before beginning, ensure that the key portion of your remote head key is properly cut by a professional service
  • Step 2: Insert the First Working Key Insert an existing working key into the ignition cylinder.
  • Step 3: Turn Ignition On and Off Turn the ignition to the ON position (without starting the engine) for 5 seconds, then turn it back to the OFF position and remove the key.
  • Step 4: Insert the Second Working Key Within 10 seconds, insert a second working key and turn it to the ON position. The security light will flash twice. Turn the ignition back to OFF and remove the key.
  • Step 5: Insert the New (Unprogrammed) Key Within 10 seconds of removing the second key, insert the new, unprogrammed key and turn the ignition to the ON position.
  • Step 6: Confirmation of Programming The security light will stay on for 3 seconds, indicating that the new key has been successfully programmed.
  • Step 7: Test the New Key Turn the ignition to the OFF position and remove the new key. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to program additional keys if needed. All new keys must be programmed within 30 seconds of removing the second key.
  • Step 8: Exit Programming Mode Leave the ignition in the ON position for more than 30 seconds to exit programming mode.

Programming 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.
  • Step 2: Insert Keys into Ignition Insert the keys into the ignition and leave them in the OFF position.
  • Step 3: Connect the Jumper Wire Ensure metal contact pins are present in terminals 1 and 4. Connect these terminals with a suitable jumper wire, and leave the wire connected throughout the procedure. Be sure you know which terminals are 1 and 4.
  • Step 4: Activate Programming Mode Within 10 seconds of connecting the jumper wire, press the hazard switch 6 times. The doors will automatically lock and unlock once, indicating that the system is in programming mode.
  • Step 5: Register the Remote Press the LOCK button on the remote to be programmed three times within 10 seconds. The doors will lock and unlock once to confirm successful programming.
  • Step 6: Program Additional Remotes Repeat step 5 for up to 4 remotes (including any existing remotes) within one minute. After each successful programming, the doors will lock and unlock once.
  • Step 7: Disconnect the Jumper Wire Disconnect the jumper wire and remove the keys from the ignition to complete the procedure.

Programming New F.A.S.T.-Keys (With Two Valid Keys)

  • Step 1: Remove the Emergency Key Remove the emergency key from the F.A.S.T.-key.
  • Step 2: Remove the Ignition Switch Cover While pressing the lock release buttons, remove the cover from the ignition switch.
  • Step 3: Insert the Emergency Key Insert the emergency key into the ignition switch.
  • Step 4: Insert the F.A.S.T.-Key Insert the already programmed F.A.S.T.-key into the emergency key.
  • Step 5: Turn to the ON Position Turn the emergency key along with the F.A.S.T.-key to the ON position. Perform the following steps within 30 seconds.
  • Step 6: Remove the F.A.S.T.-Key Remove the F.A.S.T.-key from the emergency key.
  • Step 7: Program the First Valid F.A.S.T.-Key With the first valid F.A.S.T.-key, press the UNLOCK button for 4 to 10 seconds, then press the LOCK button while holding the UNLOCK button.
  • Step 8: Release the Buttons Release the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons within 10 seconds after pressing the LOCK button in step 7.
  • Step 9: Program the Second Valid F.A.S.T.-Key With the second valid F.A.S.T.-key, repeat step 7 and release the buttons as in step 8. The immobilizer display will blink on the information screen.
  • Step 10: Program the Blank F.A.S.T.-Key Press the LOCK button twice on the blank F.A.S.T.-key. The immobilizer display will stay on for 30 seconds.
  • Step 11: Completion This completes the registration of the F.A.S.T.-key. Important Notes: Indicator Light: The indicator light will illuminate each time a button is pressed during the programming process. Keyless Entry Functionality: The keyless entry system will not work if the key is left in the ignition switch.