If you still have the intermittent problems with the theft light, you could just bypass the Passlock 1 and not worry about the problems again. But wont tell how they did it. So, yes you do put the key in the start position, and the car will not start, then just leave the key in the the ignition. Don't try to start until the security light stops flashing. To reset the tensioner, push the inner piston all of the way down inside of the outer piston that it sits in.
Did this problem start all the sudden or have you been having problems recently? The lock cylinder has tumblers which has to be changed to fit the key. A lot has to do with the way people abuse the lock cylinders. Later I made a few stops and then it wouldn't start again. Herein you will learn also how the Vehicle Theft Security System works, removal, installation, testing and troubleshooting procedures. You will see anti-theft system flashing.
I have bypassed many of these systems by introducing the proper resistance into the yellow wire going to theft module equal to key resistor. It will start and die. They thought this was just a coincidence which could be true. If the engine exhibits a? Connect the negative lead in one swift movement. So, before you clip your yellow wire, take a few extra minutes to inspect everything you can concerning the Passlock system. What the hell is up with that? The hex bolt you refer to is the tensioner mounting bolt, not the adjusting port.
You open the hood, stand on the drivers side of the engine, or the opposite side from the belts , and look toward the middle of the engine block. It won't even crank over. Inside you will see the Passkey module surrounding the lock cylinder. It comes in several sections. I had the exact same problem with my 96 grand am, and after changing the ignition and also the instrument cluster was the only way to get it to work. This will happen if you change or replace anything electrical involving the instrument panel. My 1996 Pontiac theft system light is on.
Simply pull the fuse panel cover and it will pop off. I don't mind paying for the labor. Keep wire length to a minimum. This car has a bad history with me. No I didnt get a new key. So they replaced the lock cylander, the pcm twice , sent the cluster out to be remanufactured twice , and tried three different used clusters that they got from junk yards. Also is there a point where I should get reimbursed for having parts replaced that were not broken? Live Chat: Question: My car won't start.
I would suggest that you add a toggle switch, though. About 3 wks ago the transmission went out on me. This system also disables the fuel pump to prevent the engine from being started. Now remove the bottom portion of the housing three screws underneath. This has been a continuous problem for about two years. The air bag blew for no reason 2 months ago and now this. I have tried the re-learn about 1000 times and it does not work.
You may want to look at removing the interior light fuse in the fuse bay down by your left knee- this keeps the battery from running down if you're out working on the car for too long. Theirs no reason why they shouldnt find the problem since they have the tools. . Cut the Yellow Passlock Data Wire while the engine is running. However if either control unit was ever used in another vehicle, they must be reprogrammed together.
Its a heck of an adventure. Be careful not to… Essentially, these two trims are the same. The Theft deterent may be cause by a faulty theft module not reading the key. If you try to start the car, the fuel will be disabled and the security light will flash. Put the key in the ignition, but not turned on. Just keep repeating the relearn until it stops flashing and stays on and it starts. Remember… This is for the timing chain tensioner that does not have the shoe attached to it.