[Solved] Lost key code for my 1998 Cadillac Catera - what can I do?

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Whitenoise
Member since May 2023 • 142 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 1998 Cadillac Catera to make a spare key?

Posted on December 08, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Cadillac Catera. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 09, 2024

Replies (4)

Misterx
Member • 106 posts

Following along—same issue with my 1998 Cadillac Catera.

December 09, 2024 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 139 posts

Anyone try this on a 1998 Cadillac Catera with push-button start?

December 10, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 24 posts

Just what I needed! My 1998 Cadillac Catera has been acting up lately.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 19 posts

Really need the key code for my 1998 Cadillac Catera, thanks for sharing!

December 12, 2024 Reply

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