Why does my car lock icon go away?

Why does my car lock icon go away?

I have an 03 Yukon and when I get in the car, SOMETIMES this Car / lock icon comes up and then goes away and the car starts fine. The problem comes when the icon stays blinking while the key is in the ignition. So as I am turning the key to turn the car on, it wants to turn on but then goes off right away. So it doesn’t even get to turn on.

What does it mean when your car won’t start?

Later in the morning, when I tried to start it, the car would turn over and catch, but then die. The little “car and key” icon continues to flash on the dashboard, which means that the anti-theft device (immobilizer) is active. – insert key in door lock, turn to left and hold, turn to right and hold, unlock.

What does it mean when your car key is no longer programmed?

Chances are your key is no longer programmed with the vehicles immobilizer. Essentially the key has become deprogrammed and will need to be reprogrammed to the car by your local dealership or a Keyless Shop location or mobile technician.

Why is the key lock symbol flashing on my car?

It means the immobiliser is preventing the car starting. There are several thingss that can cause this but the first to try is to disconnect the battery for 20 mins, then reconnect and try again. This happened to me when the battery went flat. I would try this first and if that doesn’t sort it, you can try the next suggestion.

What to do if your Sentry Key Light is not working?

Call around to your local locksmiths. Most guys can come to your Jeep and program the keys to the Jeep. If the key light is on in the dash, the Jeep is not recognizing the RFID in the key. I am not sure what would cause the ECU to lose the key programing.

Why is the key light on in the dash?

Most guys can come to your Jeep and program the keys to the Jeep. If the key light is on in the dash, the Jeep is not recognizing the RFID in the key. I am not sure what would cause the ECU to lose the key programing.

Why is my lock icon not turning on?

The problem comes when the icon stays blinking while the key is in the ignition. So as I am turning the key to turn the car on, it wants to turn on but then goes off right away. So it doesn’t even get to turn on. So I keep trying and trying but the same thing happens.

Chances are your key is no longer programmed with the vehicles immobilizer. Essentially the key has become deprogrammed and will need to be reprogrammed to the car by your local dealership or a Keyless Shop location or mobile technician.

What do you do when the security light comes on in your car?

Insert the ignition key into the driver door lock. Turn the key counterclockwise. Turn the key clockwise to lock the door. Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock the door again. This will shut the alarm off and reset the system. 74 people found this helpful. When I start my car 3 keys programmed pops up on my dashboard what does that mean

What does car lock icon on dashboard mean?

Car / Lock Icon on Dashboard. Truck doesn’t start up when Blinking I have a big problem. I have an 03 Yukon and when I get in the car, SOMETIMES this Car / lock icon comes up and then goes away and the car starts fine. The problem comes when the icon stays blinking while the key is in the ignition.

What does the padlock symbol on the dash mean?

The padlock means there is a fault with the immobiliser, or the keys transponder chip and CIM, you could try disconnecting the battery for 30 minutes it may clear all faults, in the mean time read this in the link its not good news.

What to do if your PassLock light is not flashing?

Here’s how you do it: 1. Attempt to start the truck by turning the key to the Start/Run position. The passlock icon, a vehicle with a lock on it, on your dash may be flashing. Try to crank the vehicle. 2. Observe that the vehicle fails to start and the passlock security light is illuminated or flashing.

I have an 03 Yukon and when I get in the car, SOMETIMES this Car / lock icon comes up and then goes away and the car starts fine. The problem comes when the icon stays blinking while the key is in the ignition. So as I am turning the key to turn the car on, it wants to turn on but then goes off right away. So it doesn’t even get to turn on.

What should I do if my car won’t start?

If nothing happens or the engine starts and dies, the security light will be flashing. Leave the key in the On position and wait ten minutes. The flashing light should go off or illuminate without flashing. When it does, turn the ignition off, wait twenty seconds, and then try to start the engine. If it starts and runs, everything is okay.

Is the starter interrupt warning light on or off?

Depending on the current status of the system, the warning light will be off, on steady, or flashing. Although they may share the same dash-mounted warning light, these “starter interrupt” anti-theft systems work separately from and independently of the “content theft” systems available from factory and aftermarket suppliers.

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