Stuck in security mode

2002 MITSUBISHI MONTERO
171,000 MILES • 4WD
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AMYLYNN3188
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(Limited model) mechanic special stuck in security mode do not have the alarm key. The guy wants $1,300.00 for the vehicle it is in perfect shape. I am very interested in buying. I just want to know how hard it is going to be to get it running. He says he does not have the alarm key to reset it. Is it worth buying? Please l am in need of a vehicle ASAP!
Oct 22, 2018 at 5:24 PM
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Can I ask if the alarm is factory or aftermarket? If factory you will need to have it towed to a shop so they can program a new key, if aftermarket its easy to remove the alarm and be on your way. Please let me know which one you have. Cheers, Ken
Oct 24, 2018 at 12:05 PM
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AMY LYNN
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Give me a bit to find out. Would you know a price range for getting a new key programmed?
Oct 24, 2018 at 12:17 PM
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It should be about $120.00, but I found this key programmer for $80.00 on amazon so you can do it yourself.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XKDT763/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=2carprcom-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B06XKDT763&linkId=0468727382ab293c9d35fe37e55224e6

Let me know what happens.
Oct 25, 2018 at 4:24 PM