[Working] Cadillac CTS V Wagon immobilizer not responding after new key

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Xrayspecs
Member since February 2022 • 23 posts

How to get my Cadillac CTS V Wagon's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on December 25, 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 V Wagon. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 26, 2024

Replies (4)

Captainkirk
Member • 148 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Cadillac CTS V Wagon too.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 58 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Cadillac CTS V Wagon.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 142 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Cadillac CTS V Wagon for days.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 68 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Cadillac CTS V Wagon.

December 29, 2024 Reply

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