peskie security light on dash
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From: Atlanta, GA Ft. Walton Beach, FL
peskie security light on dash peskie security light on dash has recently been coming on more frequently, preventing start up.
I understand about the wires breaking in the steering colunm.
I also understand bypassing the sys.
What I want to know can I just continue to wait the usuale three minutes (for the light to go out then start it with the same key), or will I have to eventally have to bypass or replace the igntion swicth.
Thanks to all for the expertise
Stephen
I understand about the wires breaking in the steering colunm.
I also understand bypassing the sys.
What I want to know can I just continue to wait the usuale three minutes (for the light to go out then start it with the same key), or will I have to eventally have to bypass or replace the igntion swicth.
Thanks to all for the expertise
Stephen
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From: Jacksonville, FL (originally from Toronto Canada)
The security light is part of the PASS II anti-theft system. It won't allow the car to start if a key with the proper resistor pellet value isn't in the ignition switch.
Best thing to do is try your spare key to see if that solves the problem. You can also try cleaning the contacts of the resistor pellet with rubbing alcohol. You may need a new key or a new ignition switch cylinder. The alternative is to use one of those bypass kits that aftermarket alarm systems use.
Best thing to do is try your spare key to see if that solves the problem. You can also try cleaning the contacts of the resistor pellet with rubbing alcohol. You may need a new key or a new ignition switch cylinder. The alternative is to use one of those bypass kits that aftermarket alarm systems use.
Joined: Nov 2003
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From: Jacksonville, FL (originally from Toronto Canada)
Well, the owner's manual says:
If you’re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes on
and stays on, you will be able to restart your engine if you
turn it off. Your PASS-Key II system, however, is not
working properly and must be serviced by your dealer.
Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key II system.
Handy things, these owner's manuals...
If you’re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes on
and stays on, you will be able to restart your engine if you
turn it off. Your PASS-Key II system, however, is not
working properly and must be serviced by your dealer.
Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key II system.
Handy things, these owner's manuals...
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Joined: Apr 2004
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From: Atlanta, GA Ft. Walton Beach, FL
VATS sys. failing security light prevents start up. but will always start after waiting three minutes.
I think I know how to bypass the sys.( instead of cutting the key wires can't I just unplug the junction and add the required resistance closest to the VAT box?)
Lastly can I just continue to wait the three minutes an still expect it to start, or will it eventally leave me stranded.
thanks
I think I know how to bypass the sys.( instead of cutting the key wires can't I just unplug the junction and add the required resistance closest to the VAT box?)
Lastly can I just continue to wait the three minutes an still expect it to start, or will it eventally leave me stranded.
thanks
