[Status: Resolved] Key code problem with my 1989 Cadillac Brougham, need help

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Eagleeye
Member since December 2021 • 30 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 1989 Cadillac Brougham - help?

Posted on January 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1989 Cadillac Brougham. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 11, 2025

Replies (4)

Frostbite
Member • 79 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1989 Cadillac Brougham!

January 11, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 118 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 1989 Cadillac Brougham?

January 12, 2025 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 133 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 1989 Cadillac Brougham?

January 13, 2025 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 46 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 1989 Cadillac Brougham's key code issue!

January 14, 2025 Reply

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