[Working] Got replacement ECU for CADILLAC ESCALADE AWD, now code doesn’t match

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Gamemaster
Member since January 2022 • 150 posts

Where do I get the key code for my CADILLAC ESCALADE AWD to make a spare key?

Posted on October 07, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the CADILLAC ESCALADE AWD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 08, 2024

Replies (6)

Frostydog
Member • 34 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 CADILLAC ESCALADE AWD.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 144 posts

Trying to figure this out for my CADILLAC ESCALADE AWD too!

October 09, 2024 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 137 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old CADILLAC ESCALADE AWD.

October 10, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 98 posts

My CADILLAC ESCALADE AWD might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 48 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 CADILLAC ESCALADE AWD?

October 12, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 110 posts

My CADILLAC ESCALADE AWD won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

October 13, 2024 Reply

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