[Confirmed] 1991 Cadillac Allante keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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How can I access my 1991 Cadillac Allante's key code to program new keys?

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Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1991 Cadillac Allante.

Struggling with the same issue on my 1991 Cadillac Allante, following this thread.

My 1991 Cadillac Allante is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

I have a 2011 1991 Cadillac Allante, will this method work for that year?

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 1991 Cadillac Allante—need the code first.

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