[Working] Aftermarket key needs code for 2016 Cadillac CTS

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Flyingmonk
Member since April 2022 • 35 posts

Where's the key code stored in my 2016 Cadillac CTS for key programming?

Posted on January 28, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 742 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Cadillac CTS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 29, 2025

Replies (3)

Madhatter
Member • 99 posts

Will this work if the 2016 Cadillac CTS has an aftermarket alarm?

January 29, 2025 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 50 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2016 Cadillac CTS!

January 30, 2025 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 94 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2016 Cadillac CTS.

January 31, 2025 Reply

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