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What could the problem be my key is stuck in start it is locked will not turn off

Key wont come out locked on start was starting and running ok had to disconnect battery so it wouldent run down when reconnect theft came on now it thinks tying to still it will mot start now

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That is a security malfunction, it holds the key in because it can't read the key.

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    teresa patton Sep 07, 2014

    how can i get key out

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 27, 2009

SOURCE: Remote start not working 2006 grand prix

To get the remote start going again, I remembered a time when my Explorer phob would not open the doors automatically, I was told to insert the key and toggle it from off to "run" (not starting it, but having the radio and lights come on) position about 4 - 5 times to reset it. I tried that with the car, and it worked!!

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  • Posted on Mar 20, 2009

SOURCE: anti theft THINK i AM STEALING MY CAR

try this.
PASS LOCK RESET GM CARS 1999 UP
1) Put the key in the ignition and turn to the "ON" position. Leave it that way for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes turn the key and take it out. Repeat this process (2) more times (3 times, 30 minutes total) This should reset the passlock system to recognize your key.

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  • Posted on Mar 30, 2009

SOURCE: car starts run's 3 seconds shuts down

Your car is equipped with a system called PASSKEY standard on all GM cars and light trucks, try the following procedure to reset the system, the battery being dead will trigger the system.

PASSKEY LOCKOUT RESET GM CARS 1999 UP
1) Put the key in the ignition and turn to the "ON" position. Leave it that way for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes turn the key and take it out. Repeat this process (2) more times (3 times, 30 minutes total) This should reset the passlock system to recognize your key.

gordanddar

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  • Posted on May 05, 2009

SOURCE: 96 pontiac sunfire wont start.....

Starter solenoid , or wire that leads to it.

Also , if standard transmission , may be the switch on clutch pedal is intermitant.

Engine won't turn over unless it thinks you have your foot on the clutch.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jun 28, 2009

SOURCE: 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix... Key stuck in ignition

Possibly shift interlock problem check the btsi fuse in the instrument fuse panel. There is a shift lock actuator in the column or center console that could be your culprit depending on if you have a column or floor shifter.

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