[Free Fix] Dealer wants $$$ for 2005 Cadillac XLR Roadster code - any other options?

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Zerogravity
Member since January 2023 • 114 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2005 Cadillac XLR Roadster

Posted on May 20, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1728 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 Cadillac XLR Roadster. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 21, 2025

Replies (3)

Killerinst
Member • 55 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2005 Cadillac XLR Roadster this weekend.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 48 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2005 Cadillac XLR Roadster?

May 22, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 149 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2005 Cadillac XLR Roadster.

May 23, 2025 Reply

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