2010 Pontiac Vibe Owner's Manual - Page 15
2010 Pontiac Vibe Manual
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Keys, Doors and Windows How the System Alarm is Activated The system activates the alarm if: 1-9 Immobilizer Operation This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system. The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition. The security light flashes when the system is armed. Only the correct key starts the vehicle. If the engine does not start, there could be a problem with the theft-deterrent system. Turn the ignition off and try again. If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key. Check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 9-38. If the engine still does not start with the other key, the vehicle needs service. If the vehicle does start, the first key may be faulty. See your dealer/retailer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new key made. • A locked door or the liftgate is unlocked or opened without the RKE transmitter. • A locked door is unlocked or opened without the key. • The liftgate is unlocked or opened with the key. • The battery is reconnected. • The side windows are tapped or broken. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle. Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement (US, Can) on page 12-16 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and RSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada. The security light is in the center of the instrument panel. It comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system.