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Sedans Pontiac Grand Am Pontiac Grand Am Security Passlock Problems
737 messages, Last post on Nov 25, 2009 at 11:33 AM
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 Hello.. New here, I don't have a problem with the car cranking, or the security light on or flashing. But my factory alarm just started going off by itself setting in the yard two days ago. The keyless remote wont turn it off, so i have to get in the car and turn the ignition in the on position before it will turn off. Then again yesterday it did it again, So i thought if i disconnected the battery cable, The computer might reset itself, to no a vale two hours later it did it again. After i turn the ignition on and back off again, Then the remote will work, I've checked the door latch buttons"door ajar" their ok the dome lights turn off when supposed to. It doesn't have a remote starter. Any help or Info would be thankful Mark,,,
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Replying to: mark35594 (Sep 11, 2009 12:25 pm) Dick |
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| I was have a problem like everyone on here with my pass lock system. My security light was coming on every so often. The problem was starting to get worse. I could not figure it out. I tried changing ignition keys but that did not work. I did not realize the answer in my case was so easy. I had my cell phone charger pulled in to my cigarette lighter and realized the security light was coming on ever since I plugged it in. I just left my charger plugged in all the time because it was easier. Once I unplugged the charger the light came on once right after but then never came on again. I still use my charger but only as needed now. So far so good. It has been 2 months since it last went on. | |
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Just wanted to say thanks to everyone for posting information on this problem. I have a 2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE and all the associated problems (squeaking interior, brake problems, infamous leaking coolant gasket, and blinking security light). I do have a quick question regarding remote starters. Reading some previous posts, a remote starter shouldn't experience the passlock issue. However, I have had 2 different remote starters on this car and both have occasionally received the blinking security light when using the remote starter. After 10 minutes, I can start the car fine. Current starter is made by CompuSTAR. Do you think the resistor fix will still work for me? Could it be something else causing this problem (bad BCM, Ignition Lock Cylinder)? Thanks in advance.
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Replying to: harmful (Sep 26, 2009 5:23 am) |
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Hey guys, I know that this isn't the right thread for this but it seems to be the most viewed and I have been trying to get this question answered. It seems that another common problem with these grand ams (besides windows, side mirror, blinkers, etc.) is the sunroof going. It used to get stuck about and inch from being closed and i just had to apply some pressure and hit the button again and it would go down. I would really like to completely fix this, but if nobody knows how, can I at least get it to close all the way? Thanks for your help....
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Replying to: illadelf (Sep 28, 2009 11:06 am)
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Replying to: lovemygrandam (Sep 28, 2009 12:38 pm)
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Replying to: illadelf (Sep 28, 2009 12:47 pm) Remember, any auto repair shop has to make a bit of profit for their work, and an hour to diagnose and repair is not unreasonable. On the other hand, $90/hour is outrageous, even though I know that most shops, (even my local bicycle shop) work at about that rate. $55/hour would seem reasonable to me, and I would gladly pay it. That's what my hometown auto mechanic charges, and I have yet to complain about his work. Dealers have a habit of charging an outrageous hourly rate, and in my mind, it isn't justified, mainly because the mechanics working on the vehicles aren't that savvy. Show me a mechanic that has a degree in mechanical engineering, and a minor in electronics, and I'll agree that his expertise is worth that much. That said, that person should be able to do the repair in half the time, so you still shouldn't have to pay but , maybe, $55 for labor plus parts. |
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At 36,000 miles my 2001 Olds Alero started having passlock starting problems. At first it was every other month and then after 2 years it happened with every other turn of the key. Since I am not the least bit mechanically inclined, I tried any and all procedures suggested on the internet except cutting wires, or installing a new switch. Eight months ago I decided to clean the grooves on my ignition key with a squirt of 3 in 1 oil. THE CAR STARTED RIGHT UP. I did it again for the next 3 days to gain little confidence in the procedure. THE ALERO CONTINUES TO START EVERY TIME Now once a month I oil the key, push it in and out of the switch slowly a couple times. When starting the car, do not jam the key in quickly and turn. Take your time. It seems to be a very sensitive switch, and needs a little TLC to prevent dirt build up. Try it. A little 3 in 1 oil squirt might save you a $500 repair bill. I told my GM dealer mechanic about this solution. He said "Yeah, it might work" Other Olds Alero have tried this and it really works. Let me know if you try and it solves your starting security problem. |
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