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Sedans Pontiac Grand Am Pontiac Grand Am Security Passlock Problems
739 messages, Last post on Dec 08, 2009 at 7:43 AM
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Replying to: ccsmileybear (Oct 16, 2009 11:15 pm) I do not believe you need a new key. This thread deals with Pontiac security systems which have the resistor and switches as part of the ignition switch. If your vehicle is between 1999 and 2003, it's likely you don't have a system which relies on a circuit in the ignition key. What year and model is your pontiac? 1. When the car won't start, is the "SECURITY" light flashing? 2. After you do the 10-12 minute relearn process, does the "SECURITY" light go out? 3. Has your "SECURITY" light ever come on solid and stayed on after the vehicle has been running for at least a minute or so? You can probably find the solution to your problem in one of the following messages in this thread: #21-23 #50 (be sure to click on the links and view the pictures) #209 #213 #394 (follow the link marked "Grand Am Passlock Security Fix") #504 #506 #560 There are descriptions of many people's problems in many of the other posts, but if you read just these few messages, and read them thoroughly, you will have the answer to all but 0.01% of the Passlock problems. And then, there is my usual suggestion: Get a genuine Service Manual for your particular vehicle My suggestion is to get an Online Manual from the following source: ALLDATADIY
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Replying to: lovemygrandam (Oct 17, 2009 9:12 am) http://www.auto-facts.org/automotive-passkey-systems.html
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Replying to: ccsmileybear (Oct 17, 2009 5:16 pm) |
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Replying to: ccsmileybear (Oct 17, 2009 5:40 pm) 2002 Grand Am Passlock Mod I have never had the passlock problem since. DO NOT PAY ANYONE MORE THAN $2.50 FOR A NEW KEY. In my 2002 Grand Am SE, I use cheap keys made at the Home Depot key counter. Many GM cars need the special keys, but not this model. Another way to check if you need one of the electronic keys is to look at the side of your ignition key, near the bottom of the black coating, and see if there is a "+" stamped on the key. If not, then your key is good as long as it will allow you to turn the ignition switch. Dick B. www.bergerweb.net |
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Replying to: lovemygrandam (Oct 18, 2009 12:49 pm) |
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Replying to: lovemygrandam (Oct 18, 2009 12:49 pm) I have a 2000 Oldsmobile Alero that's been having the passlock problem (will not start, must wait ten minutes, etc.). I came across your website with the fix (bergerweb) so I thought I'd try it. I'm in the middle of fixing it right now, but before I cut any wires or anything, I found what might be a difference in my car and your grandam and wanted some advice in how to move forward. On your site, the middle connector for the body control module goes from A1-A12, left to right. However, mine is the opposite (A12-A1 left to right), and also the black wire comes out of the A6 port and the yellow wire out of the B6 port, if that makes sense. I know the wires shouldn't matter, but I just wanted your advice before I cut the wrong wire...my understanding is that I should strip "my" yellow wire (B6) and cut the black wire (A6) and solder the resistor as instructed, but I just wanted to check. Thanks for your time! |
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Replying to: mizzoustu702 (Oct 20, 2009 12:27 pm) |
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Replying to: lovemygrandam (Oct 17, 2009 9:12 am) I just had this problem, and solved it yesterday |
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Replying to: mizzoustu702 (Oct 20, 2009 12:27 pm) I will probably stop posting this suggestion on this Pontiac thread, since everyone here wants to do the mechanical thing. Alero owners had the same starting problem and have used this solution. These two cars are essentially the same and have the same problems. Save yourself some time and money. If you try it, please reply.....Ja
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Ever sense I got my car, Ive had a problem with it wanting 2 start when the weather is cold, it tries 2 start, but wont "catch" & turn over. Ive had a new fuel pump put in 2 yrs ago & it works fine. The problem has gotten worse over the yrs & now I'll run my battery dead trying 2 start it. Once the car has started it runs gr8, no problems 2 all. The only time my sec light comes on is when im driving steady for about 4-5 hrs to florida. I live in NC. even b4 the new fuel pump Ive had this problem. It only happens when the weather gets below 45. It takes many tries over a 30-45 min time frame almost like the engine has 2 warm up by trying 2 start b4 it will start. b4 it got this bad I could put it in neutral 4 it 2 start, now that wont wrk anymore. if any1 can help with this mystery I would b gr8ful. the dealership cant find anything wrong with it. Im  a loss as 2 what 2 do. Im a single mom & cant afford much more $. I have friends that will help fix it, but they havent had this problem b4 & r a loss 2.
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