What does the lock picture on a GM car mean?
What does the lock picture on a GM car mean?
The security, antitheft or lock picture/icon is a visual indication that something in the car’s antitheft system is failing. In most GM cars and trucks there is a hidden system that most people are unaware even exists.
What are the problems with the GM PassLock system?
If you decide to bypass your Passlock system, please contact us with the outcome so that we can pass the information along. By far, the most common problem with the VATS system is broken wires in the steering column. These wires connect the ignition lock cylinder to the under-dash wire harness.
Why do I need to turn off PassLock on my Chevy?
People this is happening with many models of Chevy and even Hummers. It is that Passlock needs to be relearned. Key turned on then try to start but don’t let it, just crank it.
How to turn off GM PassLock security Telltale?
Here it is in it’s entirity. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. Attempt to start the engine, then release the key to ON (vehicle will not start). Observe the SECURITY telltale, after approximately 10 minutes the telltale will turn OFF. Turn OFF the ignition, and wait 5 seconds .
The security, antitheft or lock picture/icon is a visual indication that something in the car’s antitheft system is failing. In most GM cars and trucks there is a hidden system that most people are unaware even exists.
If you decide to bypass your Passlock system, please contact us with the outcome so that we can pass the information along. By far, the most common problem with the VATS system is broken wires in the steering column. These wires connect the ignition lock cylinder to the under-dash wire harness.
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.
How do you turn off PassLock on a Chevy?
Key on, press volume till readout says SETTINGS then scroll to the Security to toggle off by pressing reset ( watch YOUTUBE). I personally see no sense of having no security system so try the RELEARN method. Other thing is that the Ignition Switch has a Sensor on it and the wire clip comes loose.
