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PASS-KEY'II
Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key'II (Personalized
Automotive Security System) theft deterrent system. PASS-Key'II 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. PASS-Key@II uses a resistor pellet in the
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ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle.
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When the PASS-Key'II system senses that someone is using the wrong key,
it shuts down the vehicle's starter and fuel systems. For about three minutes,
the starter won't work and fuel won't go to the engine. If someone tries to
start your vehicle again or uses another key during this time, the vehicle
will
not start. This discourages someone from randomly trying different
keys
with different resistor pellets in an attempt to make a match.
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
"STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM REMOVE
IGNITION KEY" message is displayed, the key may be dirty or wet.
Turn the ignition off.
Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try 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 the other 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 Cadillac dealer or
a locksmith who can service
the PASS-Key'II.
If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged
or missing resistor pellet,
the starter won't work But you don't have to wait three minutes before
trying one of the other ignition keys.
See your Cadillac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key'II
to have a new key made.
If you're ever driving and you get the "PASS-KEY
MALFUNCTION'
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message you
will
be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Your
PASS-Key'II system, however, is not working properly and must
be serviced by
your Cadillac dealer. Your vehicle is not protected
by the PASS-Key'II system.
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If you lose or damage a PASS-Key@II ignition key,
see your Cadillac dealer
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or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key'II
to have a new key made.
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