Security Indicator Operation

When you turn the ignition switch to the RUN position, the SECURITY indicator illuminates for approximately five seconds. The indicator notifies the driver that the system operates correctly.

The PASS-Key(R) II system indicator operates in the following tour modes:
^ The indicator illuminates when you turn the ignition switch to RUN (five second bulb check). This shows that the indicator and system operate correctly
^ The indicator illuminates after the engine starts. This indicates that one of the following conditions has occurred:
^ The theft deterrent module is not properly programmed. You may use more than one key code value in order to start the vehicle. The improperly programmed module condition usually occurs on a vehicle where the module has been recently replaced. Refer to Programming Replacement Keys, ign Cyl, or PCM.
^ The theft deterrent module detected a malfunction in the PASS-Key(R) II system while the engine was running. Verify that the following conditions are met. For further diagnosis, refer to Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) System Check.
^ The theft deterrent module connections are secure.
^ You are using a good ignition key.
^ The indicator illuminates, but the engine does not start. The theft deterrent module has detected an incorrect key pellet resistance key code value. The system disable functions activate. Take the following actions:
1. Remove the key from the ignition.
2. Verify that the correct key code (Key pellet) is being used in order to start the vehicle. Use a J 35628-A in order to measure each key pellet for the vehicle. All key codes should match.
3. Wait for approximately three minutes for the system disable timer to expire. Use a known good key with the correct key code in order to attempt to restart the engine.
4. If the engine still won't start, refer to Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) System Check.
^ The indicator flashes and the engine does not start. The theft deterrent module has detected an open or short in the ignition key resistor input circuit. During this mode of operation, the theft deterrent module does not start the system disable timer. Refer to Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) System Check.