Pontiac Grand Prix 2007 Owner's Manual page 105

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PASS-Key III Operation
This means nothing special needs to be done to
arm or disarm the system. It works when the key is
inserted or removed from the ignition.
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PASS-Key III uses a transponder in the ignition
key that matches a decoder in the vehicle.
The vehicle is equipped
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with PASS-Key III
(Personalized
Automotive Security
System) theft-deterrent
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system. PASS-Key III
is a passive
theft-deterrent system.
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When the PASS-Key
wrong key has been inserted into the ignition, it
shuts down the vehicle's starter and fuel systems.
The starter will not work and fuel will stop flowing to
the engine. If someone tries to start the vehicle
again with the wrong key, the vehicle will not start.
Anyone using a trial-and-error method to start the
vehicle will be discouraged to do so because of the
high number of electrical key codes.
When trying to start the vehicle, if the engine does
not start and the STARTING DISABLED DUE
TO THEFT SYSTEM warning message on
the Driver Information Center (DIC) 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 467. If the
engine still does not start with the other key, the
vehicle needs service. If the vehicle does start, the
first key may be faulty. See your dealer/retailer who
can service the PASS-Key
made. In an emergency, contact Roadside
Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on
page 504 for more information.
III system senses that the
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III to have a new key
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