[Update] Need to program a key for my Cadillac XLR but don’t have the code

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Urbanninja
Member since September 2022 • 84 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Cadillac XLR

Posted on February 22, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Cadillac XLR. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 23, 2025

Replies (6)

Misterx
Member • 76 posts

I tried this with my Cadillac XLR but still no luck. Any suggestions?

February 23, 2025 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 121 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Cadillac XLR, following this thread.

February 24, 2025 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 75 posts

My Cadillac XLR just blinks. I think this might fix it.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Titanium
Member • 129 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Cadillac XLR.

February 26, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 62 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Cadillac XLR.

February 27, 2025 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 42 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Cadillac XLR.

February 28, 2025 Reply

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