[Solved] Does warranty cover key code cost for 2012 Cadillac CTS Base?

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Wildthing
Member since August 2023 • 110 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 2012 Cadillac CTS Base for making new keys?

Posted on August 14, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Cadillac CTS Base. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 15, 2024

Replies (5)

Timemachine
Member • 31 posts

I have a 2011 2012 Cadillac CTS Base, will this method work for that year?

August 15, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 68 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2012 Cadillac CTS Base. This might do it.

August 16, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 63 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2012 Cadillac CTS Base—need the code first.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 126 posts

I need this so bad for my 2012 Cadillac CTS Base. Subscribed!

August 18, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
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Can’t believe this worked on my 2012 Cadillac CTS Base. Huge thanks!

August 19, 2024 Reply

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