[Working] 2011 Cadillac DTS only starts with master key - no code for new one

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Blackbelt
Member since August 2022 • 112 posts

Need my 2011 Cadillac DTS's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on February 27, 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 DTS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 28, 2025

Replies (5)

Quantumx
Member • 120 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2011 Cadillac DTS, would this method still work?

February 28, 2025 Reply
Rogueone
Member • 140 posts

Using this on my 2011 Cadillac DTS now. Hope it works.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 47 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2011 Cadillac DTS for days.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 59 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2011 Cadillac DTS—might work for mine too.

March 03, 2025 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 25 posts

Using this on my 2011 Cadillac DTS now. Hope it works.

March 04, 2025 Reply

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