[It Worked!] Lost only key - how to recover code for 1988 Cadillac Allante

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Rocketman
Member since May 2023 • 55 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 1988 Cadillac Allante key?

Posted on November 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1975 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1988 Cadillac Allante. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 06, 2024

Replies (5)

Gamemaster
Member • 60 posts

Worked for someone with a 1988 Cadillac Allante? Need to hear it!

November 06, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 25 posts

My 1988 Cadillac Allante just blinks. I think this might fix it.

November 07, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 81 posts

Key code problems with my 1988 Cadillac Allante as well. Subscribed!

November 08, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 7 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1988 Cadillac Allante.

November 09, 2024 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 148 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 1988 Cadillac Allante.

November 10, 2024 Reply

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