1998 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 74
1998 Pontiac Grand Am Manual
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Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it's best lock it up and take your keys. to But what ifyou have to leave your key? 0 If possible, park in a busy, well lit area. 0 SYS During normal operation, the THEFT light will go off after the engine is started. If the engine stalls and the THEFT SYS light flashes, wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine. Remember to release the key from the START position as soon the engine starts. as If you are driving and the THEFT SYS light comes on, you will be able to restart the engine you turn the if is engine off. However, your Passlock system not 0 Close all windows. be working properly and must serviced by your dealer. a Slide the remote trunk release lockout switch all theYour vehicleis not protected by Passlock at this time. You may also want to check the fuse (see "Fuses and way to the right. See Circuit Breakers" in the Index). your dealer 0 Lock the glove box. for service. 0 Lock all the doors except the driver's. If the THEFT SYS light comes on while the engine is the running, a problem has been detected and system Passlock@ may need service. your dealer for service. See Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock In an emergency, call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance theft-deterrent system. Center at 1 -800-ROADSIDE 1-800-762-3743. or Passlock is a passive theft-deterrent system. The system (In Canada, call 1-800-268-6800). is armed once the key removed from the ignition. is Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a validkey. If a correct key is not used, fuel is disabled. Put your valuables in a storage area, your like trunk or glove box. Be sure to close and lock the storage area. 2-13