[Confirmed] Ignition won’t turn - is my Cadillac Lyriq asking for a code?

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Omegared
Member since June 2022 • 72 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Cadillac Lyriq - where's the key code?

Posted on December 09, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1314 posts

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

Posted on December 10, 2024

Replies (6)

Omegaman
Member • 147 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Cadillac Lyriq.

December 10, 2024 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 16 posts

Following this for my Cadillac Lyriq. Please update if it works!

December 11, 2024 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 119 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Cadillac Lyriq?

December 12, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 61 posts

My Cadillac Lyriq needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

December 13, 2024 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 86 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Cadillac Lyriq for a while.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 28 posts

Does this method work for the Cadillac Lyriq models from 2010 onward?

December 15, 2024 Reply

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