[Resolved] Dealer charging $250 for 1996 Cadillac Eldorado code - alternatives?

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Digitalnomad
Member since February 2022 • 79 posts

Need my 1996 Cadillac Eldorado's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on August 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 16, 2024

Replies (6)

Xenonflash
Member • 136 posts

I’ve got a 2012 1996 Cadillac Eldorado, would this method still work?

August 16, 2024 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 63 posts

I think my 1996 Cadillac Eldorado has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 96 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 1996 Cadillac Eldorado for days.

August 18, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 77 posts

Desperate to get my 1996 Cadillac Eldorado running again. Trying this tonight.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 67 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. This might do it.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Hackman
Member • 115 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 1996 Cadillac Eldorado for days.

August 21, 2024 Reply

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