Why does my GM security light keep blinking?
While the key is in “on” position and your security light is blinking, it is probably your “Passlock” security device acting up. Very common in these years for GM cars. To test if this is it, simply turn your key forward (to “on” position) until light stops blinking and eventually turns off (right around 10 minutes).
Why is the security light on on my car?
The security light on your vehicle serves has two purposes. On some vehicles, it will flash when the ignition is off, and the OEM security is activated. Its other main purpose is to indicate that the security of your vehicle may have been compromised, and the engine has been immobilized…
What does it mean when your car won’t start?
Its other main purpose is to indicate that the security of your vehicle may have been compromised, and the engine has been immobilized to prevent potential theft. Don’t assume right away that it means someone tried to break into or steal your vehicle. In most cases, it means that there is a failure somewhere in the security system.
What to do if your security light wont turn on?
To test if this is it, simply turn your key forward (to “on” position) until light stops blinking and eventually turns off (right around 10 minutes). Then, turn key back off, and then try to restart it. My Alero did this just a few months ago and I learned this trick as I was pricing out a new fuel pump.
Why is the security indicator blinking in my car?
The security indicator light is blinking in my car and it won’t go off. When I start the car it disappears, but when I turn off the car, it starts blinking again. It doesn’t seem to affect anything, but it shouldn’t be blinking.
How often does the security indicator light blink?
It should not start blinking the second the car is turned off, but only after the lock is engaged by the interior door lock, the keyless/FOB transmitter lock button, or the door handle optional button which mine has. My indicator doesn’t blink twice per second, but once every two seconds from the time I shut off the car to the time I start the car.
Why is my Nissan security indicator not working?
My Nissan security indicator light… My Nissan security indicator light came on and my car suddenly won’t start. I think it’s the vehicle immobilized system. My dealer is closed for the weekend, is there any way to fix this? Hello and thank you for using JustAnswer.com The security light it’s on solid?
What to do if engine security light won’t turn off?
I don’ [t recall reading anything in the owners manual about this. when diagnosing engine security, attempt to start up car is NOT NEEDED. THAT’S FOR ALL MAKE/MODEL/YEARS. Simply turn the key to ON and the security light (key icon) should turn off if successful.
While the key is in “on” position and your security light is blinking, it is probably your “Passlock” security device acting up. Very common in these years for GM cars. To test if this is it, simply turn your key forward (to “on” position) until light stops blinking and eventually turns off (right around 10 minutes).
When does the anti theft system car wont start?
If the engine does not respond or dies immediately after cranking up, leave the key in that position for 10 minutes. When the security light goes off, turn the ignition off, wait 20 seconds, and then start the engine. These are the most popular ways to solve the problem of anti theft system car wont start.
What should I do if my car wont start?
When the security light goes off, turn the ignition off, wait 20 seconds, and then start the engine. These are the most popular ways to solve the problem of anti theft system car wont start.
When does the Mazda security light go out?
The security light should blink. Leave the key on for 10 minutes, the security light will quit blinking and go out after 10 min. This will reprogram your security system and the car should start.