Where is the PassLock switch on a Chevy?
Where is the PassLock switch on a Chevy?
The switch allows the car’s passlock system to be switched on or off by splicing with a yellow wire that’s plugged into the cylinder lock. Once completed, the new switch should be placed underneath the dash right below the key hole.
Why does my Chevy have a theft PassLock system?
However proud you are of your GM, you undoubtably know GM’s products well enough that you also know that in spite of how great they are, they almost always seem to have some kind of manufacturing quirk that ends up killing the whole “See the U. S. A. in a Chevrolet” vibe.
How do I Turn Off the PassLock security light?
1. Turn the key to ON and attempt to start the engine and release the key to the ON position. 2. The SECURITY light will illuminate. Wait 10 minutes until it turns off. 3. Turn the key to OFF for 10 seconds. 4. Turn the key to ON and attempt to start the engine. If it starts and run, the system has reset.
How to reset PassLock reset system on Chevy?
1. Turn the key to ON and attempt to start the engine and release the key to the ON position. 2. The SECURITY light will illuminate. Wait 10 minutes until it turns off. 3. Turn the key to OFF for 10 seconds. 4. Turn the key to ON and attempt to start the engine.
However proud you are of your GM, you undoubtably know GM’s products well enough that you also know that in spite of how great they are, they almost always seem to have some kind of manufacturing quirk that ends up killing the whole “See the U. S. A. in a Chevrolet” vibe.
The switch allows the car’s passlock system to be switched on or off by splicing with a yellow wire that’s plugged into the cylinder lock. Once completed, the new switch should be placed underneath the dash right below the key hole.
How does the PassLock system on a 2000 Chevy Silverado work?
by David Clair. The 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with the General Motors Passlock theft-deterrent security system. The system disables fuel to the ignition if a valid key is not used when attempting to start the engine. If the Passlock system is activated, the Silverado will not be able to be started until the system is reset.
Why is the theft light not blinking on my Chevy Malibu?
It’s not uncommon to have a glitch in the theft passlock system that prevents owners from starting their vehicles. It’s a pesky problem, but easily dealt with when you bypass the system. Initially you’ll notice with the late-model Malibu in our featured video is that it won’t start until the theft light stops blinking.
