[Solved] Options when VIN is unreadable for 2011 Cadillac CTS Performance key code

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Voodooman
Member since February 2022 • 57 posts

Where's the key code located on a 2011 Cadillac CTS Performance for key programming?

Posted on February 20, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Cadillac CTS Performance. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 21, 2025

Replies (4)

Hackman
Member • 117 posts

Was about to tow my 2011 Cadillac CTS Performance. Let me try this first.

February 21, 2025 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 107 posts

My 2011 Cadillac CTS Performance won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

February 22, 2025 Reply
Betatest
Member • 67 posts

My 2011 Cadillac CTS Performance won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 31 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 2011 Cadillac CTS Performance?

February 24, 2025 Reply

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