2017 Mitsubishi Lancer

Programming Guide for 2017 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. The programming procedure must be performed by a qualified technician with the necessary equipment.

Programming the Key Portion of Your Remote Head Key

  • Step 1: Obtain a Cut Key Ensure that the key portion of your remote head key is properly cut by a professional.
  • 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. If necessary, repeat steps 4 and 5 to program additional keys. 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: Have All Remotes Ready Before beginning, gather all current and new remote control transmitters you wish to register.
  • Step 2: Press and Hold the UNLOCK Button With a valid (already registered) remote control transmitter, press the UNLOCK button for 4 to 10 seconds, then press and hold the LOCK button.
  • Step 3: Release the Buttons Within 10 seconds of pressing the LOCK button, release both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons in sequence. This will erase the ID codes for all remote control transmitters except for the one used in step 2. The doors will lock and unlock once to indicate the system is in programming mode.
  • Step 4: Register the Next Remote Within 60 seconds, use the next remote control transmitter to register its ID code. Press both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for 2 seconds. Release both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for 1 second. Press the UNLOCK button. The doors will lock and unlock once to indicate the remote has been successfully programmed.
  • Step 5: Register Additional Remotes Repeat Step 4 for up to 4 additional remotes within 60 seconds of the previous registration.
  • Step 6: Exit Programming Mode If no ID code is registered within 60 seconds, the registration mode will be canceled, and the system will return to normal mode.

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.