2003 Buick Century "resistor vat keys bad" Questions

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resistor) in the GM VAT pass key may be going bad - or (even better) might just be dirty. When the pass key fails, the anti-theft system will lock out for 3 minutes and then will allow another attempt

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...with the igninion switch Resistor in key may be bad or your VATS system could be the problem. If key resistor is bad, computer can't recognize the key. Vats is the worst thing ever installed in a ...

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...VAT. The key has a small resistor built in for security. I have been having trouble with the car not starting. It has something to do with the security resistor. What should I look at trying to fix? ...

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...bad starter/solenoid. If no light then make sure the car is in park. Try to start in neutral. Also if you have VATS (Vehicle Anti Theft System) that could be another issue (any "security" light on?). ...

...resistor in the key itself is bad or to worn to work, if you have another key try that. if that doesn't work as a last effort before ign replacement have the key duplicated onto new key with the ...

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resistor value. 2) if you have an after market alarm, make sure its door lock output is the same as the vettes (+ ground, - ground, or relay) 3) if your cars is all factory stuff, your VATS module may

...resistor. I don't know if non VATS key cylinders fit into the column properly because I have only done the repairs with the right parts. I think RockAuto.com has the proper lock cylinders at a ...

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...VAT. The key have 15 different values. This means fifteen different resistant values. For those who still have your keys use an ohm meter and take a reading on that little black thing on the key near ...

...keys have to reset themselves if replacing the original key, but thats not the case I havent tryed another key in the ignition, I didnt just get a new key made, Ive never had a problem like this ...

...bad, remove the resistor pack. Strip the insulation off the other side of the main wire cut (running from the column) and place a male connector on one wire and a female on the other. Plug the 2 ...

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