Pontiac 2001 Firebird Owner's Manual page 81

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
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
If the engine does not start
and the SECURITY light
stays on when you try to
start the vehicle, the key
may be dirty or wet. Turn
the ignition off.
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Key II.
If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or
missing resistor pellet, the starter won't work. The
SECURITY light will flash. But you don't have to
wait three minutes before trying another ignition key.
See your dealer or a locksmith who can service the
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PASS Key II 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
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turn it off. Your PASS Key II system, however, is not
working properly and must be serviced by your dealer.
Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS
If you lose or damage a PASS
your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS
to have a new key made. In an emergency, call the
Pontiac Roadside Assistance Center. See "Roadside
Assistance" in the Index for more information.
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Key II system.
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Key II ignition key, see
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Key II
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