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Jan 5, 2009 | 06:44 PM

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VATS question, help please

I have already done the VATS bypass and had it disabled in the PCM. But the VATS system still keeps me from starting the car intermittently, usually several times in a row. Sometimes the light will flash and I will have to move the steering column up and down while turning the key for it to start. I'm 99% sure that it is the ignition lock cylinder, but I just wanted to confirm this before I take it to the shop. Any suggestions appreciated.

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Jan 5, 2009 | 06:59 PM

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If the resistor you put in the connector to bypass it is secure, and correct value, that should do it and not flash the security light.

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Jan 5, 2009 | 07:06 PM

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If the resistor you put in the connector to bypass it is secure, and correct value, that should do it and not flash the security light.

Yes but I think one of the wires in the lock cylinder is making intermittent contact

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Jan 5, 2009 | 10:49 PM

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Also I forgot to mention that the Security light comes on while im driving for approximately 5 minutes or so

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when you have a pretty strong feeling on what the problem is go with it because it most likely is

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