B. Immobilizer Override Procedures

IMPORTANT!
The Immobilizer Override feature is NOT available on 2000 model year Montero Sport ES or LS vehicles unless the vehicle is equipped with the FACTORY-INSTALLED keyless-entry/security system. Montero Sport vehicles with dealer-Installed, non-factory equipment keyless-entry/security systems will not have the Immobilizer Override function. If the keys for a Montero Sport vehicle without the Immobilizer Override function are lost, the vehicle will have to be towed to a Mitsubishi dealer so new keys can be cut and registered.

STARTING THE ENGINE WITH A NON-TRANSPONDER KEY
Required:

^ Non-transponder key blank

^ Vehicle's key code (to cut key)

^ Immobilizer ECU 8-digit serial number (ONLY if the 4-digit Immobilizer Override Code [brake code] is unavailable).
This serial number is found in various locations depending on the vehicle in question Eclipse & Galant - Serial number tag is found in glove box
Diamante - Serial number tag is on the driver's-side trunk lid hinge bar
Montero Sport - Serial number tag is on the front of the driver's-side B-pillar

^ 4-digit Immobilizer Override Code
NOTE:
The Immobilizer Override Code (brake code) should be recorded on the PDI sheet along with the above mentioned 8-digit Immobilizer ECU serial number. The Override Code can also be retrieved by using the ADNS (Advanced Diamond Net System), MISCELLANEOUS INQUIRY MENU, and the 8-digit Immobilizer ECU serial number. See screens in Section A. Step of this bulletin.

CAUTION
The 4-digit Immobilizer Override Code is always related to the immobilizer ECU serial number. If the immobilizer ECU is changed for any reason, the 4-digit Override Code will also change. If you replace the immobilizer ECU; replace the serial number sticker, record the serial number of the new ECU, then use ADNS to retrieve the new 4-digit Immobilizer Override Code. Write the new 4-digit Override Code on a new Immobilizer Override Procedures card and give it to the customer.

Procedure:

1. Using the key code, cut a temporary key using the regular key blank.

2. Obtain the 4-digit Immobilizer Override Code (brake code).

3. With the temporary key, turn the ignition switch "ON". The "SECURITY" indicator light will flash for 30 seconds then stop flashing.

NOTE:
The "SECURITY" indicator light mentioned in these procedures is different depending on the model. The Diamante indicator light is the word "SECURITY" in the gauge cluster in the instrument panel. In the Galant and Eclipse vehicles, the indicator light is in the form of a green lamp which shows the representation of a key on the silhouette outline of a car. On Montero Sport vehicles, the indicator lamp is the small red security system LED on the instrument panel.

4. Enter the 1st digit of the 4-digit brake code by pressing and completely releasing the brake pedal that number of times within 30 seconds. Pressing the brake pedal activates the brake light switch which inputs the code.

Example: If the first digit is 4, press and release the brake pedal 4 times within 5 second intervals. If the digit is zero, just wait 30 seconds.

5. Check to make sure the indicator light blinks 3 times. The blinking light verifies the 1st digit is stored in the ECU.

6. Enter the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th digits of the brake code by repeating steps 4 and 5 for each digit. Be sure after each digit is entered that you confirm it is stored by observing the blinking indicator light.

7. After completing the entry of the 4th digit into the ECU, the indicator light will turn ON.

NOTE:
If the Immobilizer Override Code was not correct, the indicator light will blink.

8. While the indicator light is ON, turn the ignition switch to the ACC or OFF position and then back to the ON position within seven seconds.

9. The vehicle can now be started with the non-transponder key.

NOTE:
For another start attempt, the override procedure must be repeated.