[Confirmed] Key code needed for Cadillac STS V 44 V8 with custom ignition

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Quantumfizz
Member since October 2022 • 85 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program Cadillac STS V 44 V8 keys?

Posted on March 26, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Cadillac STS V 44 V8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 27, 2025

Replies (3)

Outlawjoe
Member • 77 posts

Trying this out on my Cadillac STS V 44 V8 today—hoping it works.

March 27, 2025 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 24 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Cadillac STS V 44 V8, would this method still work?

March 28, 2025 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 101 posts

Been here before with my Cadillac STS V 44 V8. Let’s see if this one works.

March 29, 2025 Reply

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