[Free Fix] 1993 Cadillac deVille repair stalled - missing immobilizer code

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Xfactor
Member since July 2022 • 61 posts

Where's the key code located on a 1993 Cadillac deVille for key programming?

Posted on October 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1958 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Cadillac deVille. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 25, 2024

Replies (4)

Jazzmann
Member • 95 posts

My 1993 Cadillac deVille's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

October 25, 2024 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 18 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 1993 Cadillac deVille—might work for mine too.

October 26, 2024 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 82 posts

Really need the key code for my 1993 Cadillac deVille, thanks for sharing!

October 27, 2024 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 46 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 1993 Cadillac deVille.

October 28, 2024 Reply

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