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PASS-Key
®
III Operation
Your vehicle is equipped
with the PASS-Key
®
III
(Personalized
Automotive Security
System) theft-deterrent
system. PASS-Key
®
III
is a passive theft
deterrent system.
This means you do not have to do anything
different to arm or disarm the system. It works
when you insert or remove the key from the
ignition.
When the PASS-Key
®
III system senses that
someone is using the wrong key, it shuts down
the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems. The starter
will not work and fuel will stop being delivered
to the engine. Anyone using a trial-and-error
method to start the vehicle will be discouraged
because of the high number of electrical
key codes.
If the engine does not start and the security
message comes on, the key may have a damaged
transponder. 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. At this time, you may also want to check the
instrument panel PASS KEY fuse. If the engine
still does not start with the other key, your vehicle
needs service. If your vehicle does start, the
first key may be faulty. See your retailer or
a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key
®
III to
have a new key made. See Fuses and Circuit
Breakers on page 512.
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