[Completed] Trying to sync new fob with Cadillac CTS Sedan - code needed?

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Unclesam
Member since March 2023 • 143 posts

Need my Cadillac CTS Sedan's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on December 01, 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. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 02, 2024

Replies (3)

Dragonfly
Member • 105 posts

Been here before with my Cadillac CTS Sedan. Let’s see if this one works.

December 02, 2024 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 62 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Cadillac CTS Sedan.

December 03, 2024 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 109 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Cadillac CTS Sedan, hope someone can help.

December 04, 2024 Reply

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