[Update] My 1992 Cadillac DeVille only works with valet key - programming issue?

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Yellowdog
Member since March 2023 • 39 posts

Looking for my 1992 Cadillac DeVille's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on December 08, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1992 Cadillac DeVille. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 09, 2024

Replies (5)

Hotshot
Member • 79 posts

My 1992 Cadillac DeVille's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

December 09, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 138 posts

This thread might save my 1992 Cadillac DeVille. Thanks everyone!

December 10, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 128 posts

I’ve got a 2012 1992 Cadillac DeVille, would this method still work?

December 11, 2024 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 126 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 1992 Cadillac DeVille. Thanks!

December 12, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 6 posts

Worked for someone with a 1992 Cadillac DeVille? Need to hear it!

December 13, 2024 Reply

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