1996 Oldsmobile Aurora Owner's Manual - Page 73

PASS-hti 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 in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle. When the PASS-Key II system senses that someone is 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 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 in the ignition or the engine may not start. If the engine does not start and the SECURITY light is on or you get the CLEAN KEY...WAIT 3 MINUTES message on the DIC, the key may be dirty wet. Turn or the ignition off. Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try again. The SECURITYlight may remain on during this time. If the starter still won't work, and the key appears to be clean and dry, waitabout three minutes and try another ignition key. At this time, you mayalso want to check the fuses (see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index). If the starter won't work withthe other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first ignition key may be faulty.See your Aurora retailer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key 11.