[It Worked!] Just changed ECU on my 2000 Cadillac Eldorado - need new transponder code?

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Superfly
Member since January 2023 • 86 posts

How can I access my 2000 Cadillac Eldorado's key code to program new keys?

Posted on April 23, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1621 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 24, 2025

Replies (5)

Blackbelt
Member • 109 posts

My 2000 Cadillac Eldorado has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

April 24, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 49 posts

My 2000 Cadillac Eldorado might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

April 25, 2025 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 133 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2000 Cadillac Eldorado before?

April 26, 2025 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 60 posts

Same issue here with my 2000 Cadillac Eldorado, let me know if it works.

April 27, 2025 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 135 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2000 Cadillac Eldorado for days.

April 28, 2025 Reply

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