Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Key Fob Programming by Year

Can you program a Outlander Sport fob without the dealer? For most years, yes. Pick your year for the route and best next step.

Find your year

YearDIY onboard?How it programsWorking fob?Erase riskConfidenceBest next step
2011NoNo - needs a programmer/toolYes (1 working)PossibleMedWe bring the tool to you
2012YesYes - onboard relearnYes (1 working)PossibleMedFollow the steps below
2013YesYes - onboard relearnHighFollow the steps below
2014YesYes - onboard relearnYes (1 working)PossibleMedFollow the steps below
2015NoNo - professional onlyYes (1 working)PossibleMedWe program it on site
2016NoNo - needs a programmer/toolYes (1 working)PossibleMedWe bring the tool to you
2017NoNo - needs a programmer/toolYes (1 working)PossibleMedWe bring the tool to you
2018NoNo - needs a programmer/toolYes (1 working)PossibleMedWe bring the tool to you
2019NoNo - needs a programmer/toolNo (all-keys-lost OK)YesMedWe bring the tool to you
2020YesYes - onboard relearnYes (1 working)PossibleMedFollow the steps below
2021NoNo - needs a programmer/toolYes (1 working)PossibleMedWe bring the tool to you
2022NoNo - needs a programmer/toolYes (1 working)PossibleMedWe bring the tool to you

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport key types & programming facts

For the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, key replacement and programming can involve either a self-programmed smart/F.A.S.T. key procedure on some modern models or professional programming depending on the year and key type. Available sources in this search set confirm that some Mitsubishi models use customer-programmable F.A.S.T.-key programming, but they do not provide model-specific, year-by-year programming coverage for the Outlander Sport across 2011-2022.

Key types used on the Outlander Sport:

  • smart/proximity push-to-start key (2011-2022)
  • transponder chip key (2011-2022)
  • remote-head key (unknown)
  • flip key (unknown)

2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Professional programming required

Professional programming for the 2011

This year needs a programmer/scan tool - there is no owner-followable onboard sequence. A mobile locksmith confirms your key type and FCC ID, then programs it on site.

Call (833) 439-8636

2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Route verified — exact steps vary by trim/equipment

Route verified as onboard programming (no dealer needed). The sequences below are general route guidance — use them only if your vehicle shows the same prompts and controls. If the prompts don’t match, stop and call us.

Show the programming methods (20 steps)

Vehicle and scope

Programming step
1 Applies to 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport keyless entry, remote fob, and Smart Key systems
Programming step
2 Excludes vehicles sold in Canada for key programming procedures
Programming step
3 Separate procedures for regular keys, remote head keys, and Smart Key systems
Programming step
4 Two already programmed working keys required to add a key to immobilizer system
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5 Locksmith required if fewer than two programmed keys are available; Low Rate Locksmith referenced

Regular key (adding a key to ignition immobilizer)

Insert the key
1 Insert first programmed key, turn ignition to ON for 5 seconds
Remove the key
2 Turn first key to LOCK and remove first key
Insert the key
3 Within 30 seconds, insert second programmed key and turn to ON; immobilizer light begins blinking ~10 seconds later
Insert the key
4 When immobilizer blinks, turn second key to LOCK and remove; within 30 seconds insert new unprogrammed key and turn to ON
Wait / timing window
5 Successful programming: immobilizer light on for 3 seconds then off; error indicated by immobilizer light going off during procedure

Remote head key (programming remote portion)

Programming step
1 Requirement: one already programmed remote to enter programming mode
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
2 Use programmed remote: press UNLOCK 4–10 seconds, then press and hold LOCK
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
3 Within 10 seconds, release LOCK and UNLOCK in sequence; all other remotes erased and doors lock/unlock to confirm programming mode
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
4 Program remotes within 60 seconds by: press LOCK+UNLOCK simultaneously 2 seconds, release 1 second, then press UNLOCK and release
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
5 Successful programming confirmed by doors locking/unlocking; repeat within 60 seconds for additional remotes; no activity for 60 seconds exits programming mode

Smart Key system (adding a Smart Key)

Programming step
1 Two already programmed Smart Keys required to add additional Smart Key; locksmith needed if fewer than two
Programming step
2 Open driver’s door and keep driver’s door open until Smart Key programming finishes; avoid opening/closing other doors
Turn ignition to ON
3 With first programmed Smart Key carried, turn ignition to ON without starting; perform next steps within 30 seconds
Insert the key
4 Insert new unprogrammed Smart Key into key slot in illustrated direction; press UNLOCK 4–10 seconds and press LOCK during that time, then release LOCK and UNLOCK in sequence within 10 seconds
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
5 Repeat UNLOCK/LOCK sequence with second programmed Smart Key; successful programming indicated by multi-information display immobilizer blink, buzzer sounding 3 times, and immobilizer display on for 30 seconds; error causes 3-second buzzer and termination

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Route verified — exact steps vary by trim/equipment

Route verified as onboard programming (no dealer needed). The sequences below are general route guidance — use them only if your vehicle shows the same prompts and controls. If the prompts don’t match, stop and call us.

Show the programming methods (19 steps)

Vehicle applicability and prerequisites

Programming step
1 Applies to 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport (exceptions: cars sold in Canada)
Programming step
2 Distinct procedures for regular key/remote head key, remote portion of remote head key, and Smart Key system
Programming step
3 Requirement: two already programmed working keys or Smart Keys to add a key; otherwise locksmith needed
Programming step
4 Testing step required after programming all remotes or keys

Regular key / remote head key — key portion programming

Programming step
1 Use when regular key or remote head key present (except Canada)
Programming step
2 Need two previously programmed keys to add a new key
Insert the key
3 Step sequence: insert first programmed key ON 5 sec → turn to LOCK and remove
Insert the key
4 Within 30 sec insert second programmed key ON; immobilizer light blinks → turn to LOCK and remove
Insert the key
5 Within 30 sec insert new unprogrammed key ON; successful programming indicated by immobilizer light ON 3 sec then off; error if light goes off during procedure

Remote head key — remote portion programming

Programming step
1 Procedure required if only key portion previously programmed
Programming step
2 Need one already programmed remote to enter remote programming mode
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
3 Enter programming: programmed remote UNLOCK 4–10 sec, then press and hold LOCK; release LOCK and UNLOCK in sequence within 10 sec to erase other remotes and signal entry to programming mode (doors lock/unlock)
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
4 Program each remote within 60 sec: press LOCK and UNLOCK together 2 sec → release 1 sec → press UNLOCK and release; successful programming indicated by doors locking and unlocking
Wait / timing window
5 Vehicle exits programming mode if no additional remotes programmed within 60 sec; test all remotes afterward

Smart Key system — adding Smart Key

Programming step
1 Applies to Smart Key system (except Canada); requires two already programmed Smart Keys
Close the doors
2 Driver’s door must remain open throughout Smart Key programming; do not open/close other doors
Insert the key
3 Sequence: with first programmed Smart Key carried, turn ignition ON without starting (perform within 30 sec), insert new unprogrammed Smart Key into key slot
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
4 With first programmed Smart Key, UNLOCK 4–10 sec and press LOCK during this time; release LOCK and UNLOCK in sequence within 10 sec; repeat analogous steps with second programmed Smart Key
Programming step
5 Indicators: immobilizer blinks on multi-information display; completion buzzer sounds 3 times and immobilizer display on 30 sec; error buzzer 3 sec and programming terminated

2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Route verified — exact steps vary by trim/equipment

Route verified as onboard programming (no dealer needed). The sequences below are general route guidance — use them only if your vehicle shows the same prompts and controls. If the prompts don’t match, stop and call us.

Show the programming methods (25 steps)

Vehicle types covered

Programming step
1 Regular key and remote head key programming instructions apply except for cars sold in Canada
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2 Remote head key requires separate programming for key portion and remote portion
Programming step
3 Smart Key system programming instructions apply except for cars sold in Canada
Programming step
4 Two programmed keys required to add a key or Smart Key to the system
Programming step
5 Locksmith required if fewer than two programmed keys available; Low Rate Locksmith recommended

Adding a regular or remote head key (ignition key portion)

Insert the key
1 Insert first programmed key into ignition and turn to ON for 5 seconds
Remove the key
2 Turn first key to LOCK and remove first key
Insert the key
3 Within 30 seconds, insert second programmed key and turn to ON; immobilizer light begins blinking ~10 seconds later
Insert the key
4 When immobilizer blinks, turn second key to LOCK and remove; within 30 seconds insert new unprogrammed key and turn to ON
Wait / timing window
5 Successful programming indicated by immobilizer light on for 3 seconds; errors cause immobilizer light to go off

Programming remote portion of remote head key

Programming step
1 Require all current and new remotes to be present; one already programmed remote needed to enter programming mode
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
2 Press UNLOCK on programmed remote for 4–10 seconds, then press and hold LOCK
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
3 Within 10 seconds, release LOCK and UNLOCK in sequence; all other remotes erased and doors lock/unlock to signal programming mode
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
4 Within 60 seconds, program each remaining remote: press LOCK+UNLOCK together for 2 seconds, release 1 second, then press UNLOCK and release
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
5 Successful programming indicated by doors locking/unlocking; vehicle exits programming mode after 60 seconds of inactivity; test all remotes

Smart Key addition procedure

Programming step
1 Open driver’s door and keep it open until Smart Key programming finishes; avoid opening/closing other doors
Turn ignition to ON
2 While carrying first programmed Smart Key, turn ignition to ON without starting; perform steps within 30 seconds
Insert the key
3 Insert new unprogrammed Smart Key into key slot in illustrated direction
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
4 With first programmed Smart Key, press UNLOCK for 4–10 seconds and press LOCK during that time; release LOCK and UNLOCK in sequence within 10 seconds
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
5 Repeat UNLOCK/LOCK sequence with second programmed Smart Key; immobilizer display blinks and buzzer sounds indicate completion or errors

Smart Key completion, errors, and additional keys

Wait / timing window
1 Successful Smart Key programming: buzzer sounds 3 times and immobilizer display comes on for 30 seconds
Wait / timing window
2 Error during Smart Key programming: buzzer sounds for 3 seconds and programming is terminated
Remove the key
3 To program another Smart Key, turn ignition OFF, remove new Smart Key, then repeat process from step 1
Programming step
4 Two programmed Smart Keys required to add additional Smart Keys; locksmith required if fewer than two exist
Programming step
5 Maintain driver’s door open and perform all steps within specified time windows for successful programming

2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Professional programming required

Professional programming for the 2015

This year requires professional programming (security access / tool). A mobile locksmith confirms your key type and FCC ID, then programs it on site.

Call (833) 439-8636

2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Professional programming required

Professional programming for the 2016

This year needs a programmer/scan tool - there is no owner-followable onboard sequence. A mobile locksmith confirms your key type and FCC ID, then programs it on site.

Call (833) 439-8636

2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Professional programming required

Professional programming for the 2017

This year needs a programmer/scan tool - there is no owner-followable onboard sequence. A mobile locksmith confirms your key type and FCC ID, then programs it on site.

Call (833) 439-8636

2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Professional programming required

Professional programming for the 2018

This year needs a programmer/scan tool - there is no owner-followable onboard sequence. A mobile locksmith confirms your key type and FCC ID, then programs it on site.

Call (833) 439-8636

2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Professional programming required

Professional programming for the 2019

This year needs a programmer/scan tool - there is no owner-followable onboard sequence. A mobile locksmith confirms your key type and FCC ID, then programs it on site.

Call (833) 439-8636

2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Route verified — exact steps vary by trim/equipment

Route verified as onboard programming (no dealer needed). The sequences below are general route guidance — use them only if your vehicle shows the same prompts and controls. If the prompts don’t match, stop and call us.

Show the programming methods (25 steps)

Vehicle requirements

Programming step
1 Two already programmed working keys required to add a key to the system (except cars sold in Canada)
Programming step
2 Locksmith needed if fewer than two programmed keys; Low Rate Locksmith recommended
Programming step
3 Remote head key: only key portion is programmed by ignition procedure
Programming step
4 Smart Key system: separate procedure for adding Smart Keys (except cars sold in Canada)
Programming step
5 One already programmed remote required to enter remote programming mode

Ignition/key programming steps (remote head or regular key)

Insert the key
1 Insert first programmed key into ignition; turn to ON for 5 seconds
Programming step
2 Turn first key to LOCK and remove within procedure timing
Insert the key
3 Within 30 seconds, insert second programmed key and turn to ON; immobilizer light begins blinking ~10 seconds later
Insert the key
4 When immobilizer blinks, turn second key to LOCK and remove; within 30 seconds insert unprogrammed key and turn to ON
Wait / timing window
5 Programming complete when immobilizer light comes on for 3 seconds; error indicated if light goes off during procedure

Remote portion programming (for remote head keys)

Programming step
1 Gather all current and new remotes before starting
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
2 Using a programmed remote, press UNLOCK for 4–10 seconds then press and hold LOCK
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
3 Within 10 seconds release LOCK and UNLOCK in sequence; doors lock/unlock to indicate programming mode and erase other remotes
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
4 Within 60 seconds, program each remote: press both LOCK and UNLOCK together for 2 seconds, release for 1 second, then press UNLOCK and release
Wait / timing window
5 Successful programming confirmed by door locks cycling; exit if no remotes programmed within 60 seconds

Smart Key programming procedure

Programming step
1 Keep driver’s door open until Smart Key programming finishes; avoid opening/closing other doors
Turn ignition to ON
2 With first programmed Smart Key carried, turn ignition to ON without starting (perform steps within 30 seconds)
Insert the key
3 Insert new unprogrammed Smart Key into key slot in specified direction
Press LOCK + UNLOCK
4 With first programmed Smart Key press UNLOCK 4–10 seconds and press LOCK during this time; release LOCK then UNLOCK within 10 seconds
Wait / timing window
5 Repeat step with second programmed Smart Key; immobilizer blinks on display, buzzer sounds 3 times and immobilizer display on 30 seconds when complete; error indicated by 3-second buzzer and termination

Testing, repetition, and troubleshooting

Programming step
1 To program another key or Smart Key, repeat the respective process from the start after turning ignition OFF and removing new key
Wait / timing window
2 For additional remotes, repeat programming step 4 within 60 seconds for each remote
Programming step
3 If an error occurs during ignition/key or Smart Key procedures, immobilizer light/extant buzzer behavior indicates failure
Programming step
4 Test all remotes after programming completes
Programming step
5 Battery replacement and key fob replacement options referenced (links provided for batteries and replacement fobs)

2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Professional programming required

Professional programming for the 2021

This year needs a programmer/scan tool - there is no owner-followable onboard sequence. A mobile locksmith confirms your key type and FCC ID, then programs it on site.

Call (833) 439-8636

2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Professional programming required

Professional programming for the 2022

This year needs a programmer/scan tool - there is no owner-followable onboard sequence. A mobile locksmith confirms your key type and FCC ID, then programs it on site.

Call (833) 439-8636

How we validate this guide

Year coverage comes from our consolidated vehicle programming dataset. Route-level programming status is reviewed against internal route sheets and available manufacturer, security-access, and professional tool references. Exact button sequences are marked source-verified only when we have year/equipment-specific support; where a year is labeled “route verified, steps vary,” we confirm the exact fob, trim, and prompts before programming. Reviewed for route and safety by Mohammad H. Abdelhadi, ALOA-Certified Master Locksmith.

YearRoute statusExact steps
2011Route verified (tool)Professional route
2012Route verifiedGeneral guidance
2013Route verifiedGeneral guidance
2014Route verifiedGeneral guidance
2015Professional-onlyProfessional route
2016Route verified (tool)Professional route
2017Route verified (tool)Professional route
2018Route verified (tool)Professional route
2019Route verified (tool)Professional route
2020Route verifiedGeneral guidance
2021Route verified (tool)Professional route
2022Route verified (tool)Professional route

Common questions

Can I program a Mitsubishi Outlander Sport key myself?

Some Mitsubishi models support customer F.A.S.T.-key programming, but the sources here do not confirm which Outlander Sport years do or do not.

What kind of key does the Outlander Sport use?

The search results support smart/proximity key and transponder key references for Mitsubishi Outlander-family listings, but do not verify a year-specific Outlander Sport breakdown.

Are FCC IDs available for this model?

No FCC IDs were confirmed in the provided sources for the Outlander Sport, so they should be treated as unknown here.

Can you program a Outlander Sport key fob without going to the dealership?

For most years, yes - the route is onboard relearn or an OBD tool, both of which a mobile locksmith handles at your location.

Does this program the remote only, or the transponder key too?

It depends on your key type. Tell us your FCC ID and we will confirm.

What if my year says professional programming required?

Those years need a programmer or security access; we bring the tool to you and program it on site.

How much does it cost?

It depends on year, key type, and whether you have a working key. Call (833) 439-8636 for a firm price before we dispatch.

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