Pass-Key@ Ill Operation - Buick 2003 Rendezvous Owner's Manual

PASS-Key@ 111 Operation
Your vehicle is equipped
with the PASS-Key@ Ill
(Personalized Automotive
Security System)
theft-deterrent system.
PASS-Key@ Ill is a passive
theft deterrent system.
This means you don't 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@ Ill 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.
When trying to start the vehicle 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 fuse. See Fuses
and
Circuit Breakers on page 5-96. 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 dealer who can service the
PASS-Key@ II I to have a new key made.
It is possible for the PASS-Key@ Ill decoder to learn the
transponder value of a new or replacement key. Up
to 10 additional keys may be programmed for the
vehicle. This procedure is for learning additional keys
only. If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do
not operate, you must see your dealer or a locksmith
who can service PASS-Key@ Ill to have keys made and
programmed to the system.
See your dealer who can service PASS-Key@ Ill to get a
new key blank that is a cut exactly as the ignition key
that operates the system.
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