1998 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual - Page 87

PASS-Key' I1 Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key I1 (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key I1 is a passive theft-deterrent system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition. PASS-Key I1 uses a resistor pellet the ignition key in that matches a decoder in your vehicle. When the PASS-Key I1 system senses that someone is using the wrong key, shuts downthe vehicle's starter it and fuel systems. For about three minutes, starter the won't work andfuel 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 be clean and dry before it's inserted inthe ignition orthe engine may not start. If the engine does not start and SECURITY light is on, the the key may be dirty or wet. Turn ignition off. the Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try again. If the starter still won't work, and key appears the to be clean and dry, wait about minutes and try three another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuses (see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index). .Ifthe starter won't work with the other key, your vehicle needs service. your vehicle does start, the first If ignition keymay be faulty.See your dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key 11. If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starter won't work and the SECURITY light will come on. But you don't have to wait three minutes before trying another ignition key. 2-11