[Update] Is the ignition lock coded separately in Cadillac CTS Sedan AWD?

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Viperstrike
Member since May 2022 • 11 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my Cadillac CTS Sedan AWD?

Posted on October 29, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Cadillac CTS Sedan AWD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 30, 2024

Replies (6)

Techlord
Member • 64 posts

Just what I needed! My Cadillac CTS Sedan AWD has been acting up lately.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 109 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Cadillac CTS Sedan AWD.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 78 posts

I have a 2011 Cadillac CTS Sedan AWD, will this method work for that year?

November 01, 2024 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 82 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Cadillac CTS Sedan AWD.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 14 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Cadillac CTS Sedan AWD?

November 03, 2024 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 58 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Cadillac CTS Sedan AWD owner.

November 04, 2024 Reply

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