[Confirmed] 1991 Cadillac Allante keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Aceventura
Member since September 2022 • 23 posts

How can I access my 1991 Cadillac Allante's key code to program new keys?

Posted on November 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1942 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1991 Cadillac Allante. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 09, 2024

Replies (5)

Neondream
Member • 69 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1991 Cadillac Allante.

November 09, 2024 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 102 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 1991 Cadillac Allante, following this thread.

November 10, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 105 posts

My 1991 Cadillac Allante is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 119 posts

I have a 2011 1991 Cadillac Allante, will this method work for that year?

November 12, 2024 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 50 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 1991 Cadillac Allante—need the code first.

November 13, 2024 Reply

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