[Success] Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1930 Cadillac 353

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Lonewolf
Member since November 2021 • 39 posts

How to get my 1930 Cadillac 353's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on February 19, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1524 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1930 Cadillac 353. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 20, 2025

Replies (3)

Iceberg
Member • 43 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 1930 Cadillac 353 owner.

February 20, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 29 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 1930 Cadillac 353—might work for mine too.

February 21, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 146 posts

Was about to tow my 1930 Cadillac 353. Let me try this first.

February 22, 2025 Reply

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