[Update] All keys lost for Cadillac Elmiraj, how to retrieve code?

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How to obtain the key code to make keys for my Cadillac Elmiraj?

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Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Cadillac Elmiraj!

Appreciate any advice—my Cadillac Elmiraj won’t recognize the key.

Appreciate any advice—my Cadillac Elmiraj won’t recognize the key.

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Cadillac Elmiraj.

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