[Resolved] Where do I enter key code in a Cadillac Escalade Ext AWD?

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Blackwidow
Member since September 2022 • 140 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Cadillac Escalade Ext AWD?

Posted on December 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1318 posts

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

Posted on December 25, 2024

Replies (6)

Whiteknight
Member • 145 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Cadillac Escalade Ext AWD!

December 25, 2024 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 71 posts

I have the same Cadillac Escalade Ext AWD and I'm also trying to find the key code.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 110 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Cadillac Escalade Ext AWD won’t recognize the key.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 131 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Cadillac Escalade Ext AWD too.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Superfly
Member • 108 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Cadillac Escalade Ext AWD before?

December 29, 2024 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 136 posts

Trying this out on my Cadillac Escalade Ext AWD today—hoping it works.

December 30, 2024 Reply

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