2003 Buick Regal Owner's Manual - Page 83

Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. PASS-Key@II uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle. When the PASS-Key@ system senses that someone is II using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle's starter and fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starter won't work and fuel won't go to the engine. If someone tries to start your vehicle again or uses another key during this time, the vehicle will not start. This discourages someone from randomly trying different keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt to make a match. The ignition key must beclean and drybefore it's inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start. If the engine does not start and the SECURITY light is flashing, the key may bedirty or wet.Turn the ignition off. Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try again. If the starter still won't work, and the key appears to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-90. If the starter won't work with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first ignition key may be faulty. See your dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key@ II. PASS-Key@I 1 Your vehicle is equipped II with the PASS-Key@ (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key@ is a passive II theft-deterrent system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition. 2-16