1995 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 60
1995 Pontiac Firebird Manual
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When the PASS-Key(% system senses that someoneis 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 to the engine. If someone tries to go start your vehicle again or uses another key during this time, the vehicle will notstart. This discourages someone from randomly trying different keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt to makea match. The ignition key must be clean and dry before it's inserted in the ignition or engine may not start. If the the engine does not start and the SECURITY light stays on when you try to start the car, the key may be dirty or wet. Turn the ignitionoff. Clean and dry the key. about three minutes and try Wait again. The security light may remain on during this time. If the starter still won't work, and the key appears to be cleanand dry, wait about three minutes andr ty another ignition key. At this time, you may want to also check the fuses (see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index). If the starterwon't work withthe other key, your vehicle needs service. your vehicle does start, the If first ignition key maybe faulty. See your Pontiac dealer a or locksmith who can service PASS-Key%. the If you accidentally use a key that a damaged or has missing resistor pellet, the starter won't work the and security light will flash. But you don't to wait three have minutes before trying another ignition key. See your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key% to have a new key made. SECURITY light comes If you're ever driving and the on and stays on, you will able to restart your engine if be you turn it off. Your PASS-Key% system, however, is not working properly and must serviced byyour be Pontiac dealer.Your vehicle is not protected the by PASS-Key% system. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key@II ignition key, see your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key'II to have a new key made.In an emergency, call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program at 1-800-ROADSIm or 1-800-762-3743. 2-13