Pontiac Aztek 2003 Owner's Manual page 93

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PASS-Key III Operation
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When the PASS-Key III 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.
Your vehicle is equipped
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with the PASS-Key III
(Personalized Automotive
Security System)
theft-deterrent system.
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PASS-Key III 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.
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 5-92 . 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
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PASS-Key III to have a new key made.
It is possible for the PASS-Key
transponder value of a new or replacement key. Up
to 10 total 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
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can service PASS-Key
programmed to the system.
See your dealer who can service PASS-Key
new key blank that is a cut exactly as the ignition key
that operates the system.
Canadian Owners: If you lose or damage your keys,
only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key
have new keys made. To program additional keys you
will need two current driver's keys (black in color).
You must add a step to the following procedure. After
Step 3, repeat Steps 1 through 3 with the second current
driver's key. Then continue with Step 4.
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III decoder to learn the
III to have keys made and
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III to get a
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