[Free Fix] I need to recover my 2016 Cadillac ELR's key code

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Ultrasonic
Member since February 2022 • 79 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my 2016 Cadillac ELR?

Posted on February 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 595 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Cadillac ELR. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 09, 2025

Replies (6)

Ziggystar
Member • 114 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2016 Cadillac ELR!

February 09, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 139 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2016 Cadillac ELR all week. Hope this helps.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 148 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2016 Cadillac ELR.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 16 posts

Will this work for older 2016 Cadillac ELRs? Mine's a 2009.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 97 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 2016 Cadillac ELR's key code issue!

February 13, 2025 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 33 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2016 Cadillac ELR.

February 14, 2025 Reply

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