[Recommended Fix] Ignition won’t turn - is my 2010 Cadillac CTS Luxury asking for a code?

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Cosmicray
Member since August 2022 • 16 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2010 Cadillac CTS Luxury?

Posted on October 29, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 602 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2010 Cadillac CTS Luxury. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 30, 2024

Replies (4)

Echolima
Member • 72 posts

If this works for my 2010 Cadillac CTS Luxury, I owe you big time.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 43 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2010 Cadillac CTS Luxury.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 38 posts

Will this work if the 2010 Cadillac CTS Luxury has an aftermarket alarm?

November 01, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 29 posts

My 2010 Cadillac CTS Luxury just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

November 02, 2024 Reply

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