[Resolved] 2008 Holden Caprice refuses to crank - ignition system locked?

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Zerocool
Member since July 2022 • 104 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2008 Holden Caprice?

Posted on February 27, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Holden Caprice. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 28, 2025

Replies (5)

Xenogamer
Member • 145 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2008 Holden Caprice.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 107 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2008 Holden Caprice owner.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 125 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2008 Holden Caprice.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 107 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2008 Holden Caprice. This might do it.

March 03, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
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Been stuck with my 2008 Holden Caprice for weeks. This might be the fix.

March 04, 2025 Reply

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