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Search Auto Parts Search problem starting Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Car Troubleshooting strikeeeer User Oct 9, 2011, 6:33 PM Post #1 of 5 (1311 views) problem starting Sign In 2001 pontiac gran am security light comes on and have to let stand 10 minutes till light quites flashing then it will start Thanks for any help.Have to leave key on. samg. User Oct 9, 2011, 6:39 PM Post #2 of 5 (1307 views) Re: problem starting Sign In 99.9% of the time it's a problem with the lock cylinder, most likely the pass-lock wires have started to split. It won't be long untill it's going to leave you sitting. And unless you have knowledge in sir systems and how to take apart a sterring column, i'd take it to a shop. strikeeeer User Oct 9, 2011, 6:46 PM Post #3 of 5 (1299 views) Re: problem starting Sign In Is that ing. switch in steering column, strikeeeer User Oct 9, 2011, 6:48 PM Post #4 of 5 (1298 views) Re: problem starting Sign In Is that ing. switch in steering column Hammer Time Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Oct 9, 2011, 6:49 PM Post #5 of 5 (1294 views) Re: problem starting Sign In As Samg said, the most common problem is the key sensor in the column. I can give you a way to bypass that but it will only work if the key sensor was actually the problem. If you find the black wire and the yellow wire from the passlock sensor in the column you can solder in a 2.2 K ohm resistor and then attempt to start the car.It will stall don't turn the ignition off.Let the ignition on for ten minutes or until the theft light goes out.Turn the key off for ten seconds then attempt to start the car.If it now runs you have been successful.If it doesn't you either made a mistake or there are other problems besides the ignition lock cylinder. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We offer help in answering questions, clarifying things or giving advice but we are not a substitute for an on-site inspection by a professional.   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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