Security problem....
Security problem.... Sometimes when I get in my car it wont start and the security light just stays on. After about 3 minutes or so it will go off and the car will start. How can I fix this?
Car is A 2000 TransAm.
Car is A 2000 TransAm.
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Sounds like it's not recognizing the key pelet resistance - first thing I'd do is try another key or clean the one you have. If that doesn't work you'll need to get it fixed, or do a VATS bypass - you can also have VATS turned off.
Originally Posted by 2001NBMZ28
Sounds like it's not recognizing the key pelet resistance - first thing I'd do is try another key or clean the one you have. If that doesn't work you'll need to get it fixed, or do a VATS bypass - you can also have VATS turned off.
they sell a vats bypass kit o ebay, its like 30 bucks..wondered if i should get it...
how about you get it and tell me how it works
im having same issue now, but car wont start at all.... just light stays on, then goes off
how about you get it and tell me how it works
im having same issue now, but car wont start at all.... just light stays on, then goes off
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Originally Posted by Havok2
goatchese: if i bypass the vats, do i still need to fix the lock cynlinder, or no, since i bypassed it?
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i wouldnt bypass the vats thats the only thing keeping sumbody from using pliers to break your swtch over and taking your ride! 
either way, i would just get a brand new code cut vats key w the resistor. the resistor might just be worn down and doesnt give the computer enough time to determin the value yet before you crank it! wouldnt bypass it tho, i could steal your car in 2 minutes if i was a thief! 
either way, i would just get a brand new code cut vats key w the resistor. the resistor might just be worn down and doesnt give the computer enough time to determin the value yet before you crank it! wouldnt bypass it tho, i could steal your car in 2 minutes if i was a thief! LS1 Tech Stories
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i have the same problem ill get in and put the key in and the security light flashes all accesories and power steering works (well about as good as it works usually) but hte engine wont even attempt to crank. PLZ someone in my area help 
new owner and i dont know squat about camaros thnx
new owner and i dont know squat about camaros thnx