[It Worked!] My Buick Cascada came with no key card - how do I get the code?

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Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Buick Cascada?

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Was about to give up on my Buick Cascada, but this gives me hope.

Been here before with my Buick Cascada. Let’s see if this one works.

Just what I needed! My Buick Cascada has been acting up lately.

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