Pontiac 2006 Grand Prix - Manual (Page 94)

PASS-Key ® III Operation
The vehicle is equipped
with PASS-Key
® III
(Personalized Automotive
Security System)
theft-deterrent system.
PASS-Key
® III is a passive
theft-deterrent system.
This means nothing special
needs to be done to arm
or disarm the system.
It works when the key is
inserted or removed
from the ignition.
PASS-Key ® III uses a transponder in the ignition key
that matches a decoder in the vehicle.
When the PASS-Key ® III system senses that the wrong
key has been inserted into the ignition, it shuts down
the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems. The starter will not
work and fuel will stop flowing to the engine. If
someone tries to start the vehicle again with the wrong
key, the vehicle will not start. Anyone using a
trial-and-error method to start the vehicle will be
discouraged to do so because of the high number of
electrical key codes.
When trying to start the vehicle, if the engine does not
start and the STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT
SYSTEM warning message on the Driver Information
Center (DIC) comes on, the key may have a damaged
transponder. Turn the ignition off and try again.
If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to
be undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time,
you may also want to check the fuse. See Fuses
and Circuit Breakers on page 5-112. If the engine still
does not start with the other key, the vehicle needs
service. If the vehicle does start, the first key may be
faulty. See your dealer who can service the
PASS-Key
® III to have a new key made. In an
emergency, contact Roadside Assistance. See Roadside
Assistance Program on page 7-6 for more information.
It is possible for the PASS-Key ® III decoder to accept
the transponder value of a new or replacement key. Up
to 10 keys may be programmed for the vehicle. If all
the programmed keys are lost or do not operate,
see your GM dealer or a locksmith who can service
PASS-Key
® III to have keys made and programmed to
the system.
Canadian Owners: If all the keys are lost or damaged,
only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key
® III to have
new keys made and programmed to the system.
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