[Free Solution] Urgent: I need the key programming code for my 2018 Cadillac CT6

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Looking for my 2018 Cadillac CT6's key code to program a new key fob

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Will this work if the 2018 Cadillac CT6 has an aftermarket alarm?

Saved me from towing my 2018 Cadillac CT6. Thanks!

Following along—same issue with my 2018 Cadillac CT6.

Just what I needed! My 2018 Cadillac CT6 has been acting up lately.

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