Chevrolet MONTE CARLO 1998 Manual page 72

The ignition key must be clean and dry before it's
inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start. If the
engine does not start and the SECURITY light is on, the
key may be dirty
or
wet.
Turn
the ignition off.
Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and t r y
again. The SECURITY light may remain on during this
time. If the starter still won't work, and the key appears
to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try
another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to
check the fuses (see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the
Index). If the starter won't work with the other key, your
vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first
ignition key may be faulty. See your dealer or a
locksmith who can service the PASS-Key 1 1 .
If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or
missing resistor pellet, the starter won't work and the
SECURITY light will come on. But you don't have to
wait three minutes before trying another ignition key.
See your dealer or a locksmith who can service the
PASS-Key 1 1 to have a new key made.
If
you're ever
driving and the SECURITY light comes
on and stays on, you will be able to restart your engine
if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key
I1
system, however,
is not working properly and must be serviced by
your dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the
PASS-Key I1 system.
If you lose or damage a
PASS-Key I1 ignition key, see
your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key I1
to have a new key made. In an emergency, call the
Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center at
1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872). In Canada, call
1-800-268-6800.