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My nephew has a 2000 sunfire, he changed the switch in it because it didn't want
to turn most of the time and you had to jiggle it and baby it to get the car to start.
After changing the switch, the car wouldn't start. Tried resetting it a couple time as
described and didn't fix the problem. He got the switch from a junk yard and only
got the tumbler and housing. Is there more he needs to get as well for it to work?
The Sunfire's security system is different than the Malibu
talked about here. The cylinder is different and the
ignition switch is not part of the system. A relearn
procedure is required if the cylinder is replaced. If there
are codes set in the body control module, those would
need to be addressed as well. That would need to be
checked out to give a proper diagnosis of what you need
to fix your car.
I used the remote start feature on my 2004 Malibu Maxx but something went wrong.
I have used remote start countless times without any problems; however, when I
pushed the button the car made one loud click (which sounded like the starter tried
to engage) and then...nothing. As I got closer to the car, I could hear a faint
clicking sound coming from the relays. On the instrument panel, the only thing to
be seen is the padlock light, which is blinking very sporadically and without any
rhythm. I put the key in the ignition and tried to start it manually; however, there is
no power to anything except that light. I unhooked the battery (neg) and let it set
for about 30. As soon as I start trying to hook the battery back up, the relay starts
clicking and the padlock light starts blinking again.
ANY IDEAS????
I would try jumping the vehicle or replacing the battery. It
sounds like your problem may be a dead battery.
Clicking from the starter and other weird electronic
problems can be from low voltage. Start with that.
When you explained the theft re-learn procedure code on the previous page is
that something you must do when it doesn't start or when it will start? I have the
blinking theft system light problem as well. Trying to find a cheap way to fix it. Just
curious if I do the re-learn when the theft system light is blinking or when the car
will actually start. Thanks!
If the car starts, you obviously don't need to do the theft
relearn. This procedure is for when the car doesn't start
and the theft light is on steady or flashing. Under normal
circumstances, when the car starts, the theft light does
come on during a bulb check for a few seconds.
I have 1999 Chevy Malibu that I had to replace the ignition switch due to a break in
of the car. We have tried to reset steps and the theft system light has been
blinking for over an hour. Could having them knock the ignition switch back have
damaged something else. Any suggestions.
Replacement of the ignition switch would not need a theft
system reprogram. The security data is in the Passlock
cylinder and the Body Control Module (BCM). Sounds
like you have another problem. Did you reconnect the
small electrical connector into the ignition switch that
actually plugs into the Passlock cylinder?
I need help very badly. I have a 1998 Chevy Malibu and I tried the theft system
thing but its still not working and my battery keeps dying. Whats going on.
Very vague. Could be a million different things. Bad
battery, ignition switch, Passlock sensor, ignition module,
fuel pump, PCM, crank sensor, etc.
I have a 2002 Chevrolet Malibu. I've had this car for just under a year and I've been
having problems with my theft system locking me out. Now, I know how to disable
that by keeping my key in the ignition for ten minutes. I was driving the other day
and I just lost power. It would then start up for a couple seconds and then would die
again. I tried this repeatedly and would still not fire up. I checked my fuel pressure
and spark plugs and they were fine. I got one of the small computers to give me a
reading and it said the code P0131 which is the sensor circuit low volts (bank 1
sensor 1). But as I've been researching, the 'check engine' light will come on if it's
the O2 sensor. It's my understanding that an O2 sensor will not stop the vehicle
from running. I've had four different opinions and three of the four think it's
something to do with my theft system dying completely. My engine will turn over!
But will not start. Is there any way you could help me out.
That is correct, and oxygen sensor will not cause your
car to stall out. But again, neither will the test system.
You are if you seem to lose all electrical power along with
engine power then you may have a bad ignition switch. A
quick check that sometimes works is to start the car and
lightly tap on the key. This can cause a faulty ignition
switch to act up. If it does, then you need to replace it.
2004 2.2 malibu has fuel pressure and spark runs on starting fluid. Changed the
crank sensor and ICM nothing any help.
Check for fuel injector pulse signal.
The reprogram key thing worked. My girlfriends 2000 Malibu theft system wouldn't
allow the car to start for about a week.
I had to replace the engine in my '99 Malibu. We got a rebuilt motor from a parts
store. It is in. Having the problem where it won't start or does for a few seconds and
dies. The brake cleaner in the air filter trick worked then it would die. Changed the
fuel pump and filter($300) did not fix the problem. I've spent $2000 on my car and
would just like it to start and run right. Willing to try anything. My husband is trying
to get it to work now.
I was in such a big hurry and my 20033 Chevrolet Malibu didn't start this isn't the first time I've used this
website and bam my car started thank you so much for your great work and the
fact that this exists.
I have a 1999 chevy malibu and tried the relearn procedure and the car started
right up. Thanks for the advice.
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