[Method] 1985 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz won’t unlock or start - key code problem?

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Neondream
Member since September 2022 • 72 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my 1985 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz?

Posted on March 24, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on March 25, 2025

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Silverfox
Member • 143 posts

Just tried this on my 1985 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz—anyone else have success?

March 25, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 146 posts

My 1985 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

March 26, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 83 posts

Key code problems with my 1985 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz as well. Subscribed!

March 27, 2025 Reply

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