Ignition Fix EASY GMC Sierra or Chevy Silverado
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 มี.ค. 2014
- How to fix ignition in GMC and Chevrolet trucks and cars. This is one way to fix a very complicated electrical system in the Chevrolet and GMC cars and trucks. Some are easy fixes with loose or bad electrical connections. Others involve the ignition switch itself, and others involve one of the computers that the system communicates with when starting the vehicle. The security system may have a number of issues, including the installation of a remote starter, causing the car or truck not to start. Most complaints involve a blinking security light. This is one many problems to check before exploring security system bypass or other more involved solutions discussed in other videos. This ignition defect is causing engine starting problems in many GM manufactured vehicles such as Pontiac, Oldsmobile, Saturn, Hummer and Cadillac. In this video I am demonstrating the ignition repair on a GMC Sierra 2500 HD 2001. The Chevy Silverado 1500 2500 and 3500 are virtually the same vehicles as far as ignition system fix goes. There are different types of security systems for different models and year vehicles. This problem occurs in minivans, cars and SUVs as well. There has been more reports of ignition Anti Theft defects and the security light flashing in more cars and trucks. This is one of the easy fixes for the common ignition starting problem, but GM needs to recall this issue and fix it for us. The anti theft security feature is more of a problem for the car owners, than the potential thieves. I also have had problems with the knock sensors and ABS sensors. I will post a video soon on the ABS sensor replacement. See original video when I first posted this problem here • GMC/Chevrolet ENGINE S...
For the GMC Sierra or Chevrolet Silverado truck, there are some screws in the bottom of the steering column cover which need to be removed first. I did not demonstrate this in the video since I figured it was self explanatory. If you have noticed the "Security Light" coming on the dashboard message display, then this is most likely your ignition problem. The truck will sound like it is starting normal, but immediately shuts down. It sounds like to me that it does get spark plug ignition, but then cuts power. I am not sure it does or not, but that is what it sounds like for lack of a better description. Listen to the video to hear what my GMC Sierra 2500 (Chevy Silverado) sounded like. It took me 5 years to find out what the problem with my ignition was, since it was interment and hard to troubleshoot and fix that way. There was no engine codes being recorded in the computer since the truck thought it was doing the right thing by shutting down when the security feature was being activated. This feature was designed to prevent theft when a car or truck is hotwired. The vehicle needs the key to start, otherwise it thinks someone is trying to bypass normal key ignition. There are a few systems that must communicate perfect to allow for normal start. This video shows just one simple wire that may be causing an interruption in voltage, causing the security system to prevent the car from starting. You may have a different problem interrupting your car's computer security check.
How to fix the ignition:
A sensor tells the security system whether the key is in the ignition or not. This is a common feature in the GMC, Pontiac, Oldsmobile, Saturn, Chevrolet and other past and present GM brand vehicles. The wire, which is connected to that sensor, comes loose or corroded and needs to be secured or cleaned. Some people have chosen to go further in the ignition unit and actually solder the connector wires in place, but this requires a lot more disassembly and time and probably unnecessary. Wedging a shim may seem primitive, but just hot gluing the plug may not guarantee you the best electrical connection. You can also go ahead and pay an auto mechanic to fix the ignition if you like unnecessarily spending hundreds of dollars. Remove the wire plug connector and visually inspect the connections and clean with electrical parts cleaner which can be found at most auto parts stores. Replace the plug as shown on the GMC Sierra truck in the video. Wedge a shim in the connection and secure the new connection with hot glue, silicon or any other glue that can be fairly easy to scrap off and remove if further maintenance is required. Replace the steering column cover and that's how you fix the ignition in your GMC Sierra or Chevy Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500. - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
If you left a thumbs down on this GMC/Chevrolet ignition fix, please let us know why so we can either make our videos better for you or help you find a solution. If you were not able to fix the ignition problem in your Chevy, GMC Buick or Oldsmobile, using this method, let us know so we can share your experiences with others. We may be able to do a video on another solution that may have solved the starting problems in different models. I have heard a lot of people having problems when an aftermarket remote starter has been installed. This should be addressed by the installer or have them remove the system. The security and passlock sensor problem is so common, it's surprising GMC has not issued a recall. Thanks for watching and happy security light turnoff to you.
i left the plug off and it still starts up fine. after so many attempts this morning when it didnt want to start after the first 15 min.
ShinningStarrr it took 6 or so hours till it finally started.
Hello i have an issue with my ignition slightly turning forward with out the key or it staying about 10 degrees forward and drains the battery. I can also pull the key out of the ignition with out shutting the vehicle off...do u advise a fix without the replacement of the ignition or without messing with the security wire?? Thanks
hi, my truck is doing this as well except the security light is flashing on the dash... i really need help this is my only vehicle. I have tried this flossier trick and connection cleaner.
Here's what i did when this happen to me, I am no mechanic, Just Stubborn, i kept on turning the key on an off till it started, Now that i seen this very helpful video i will have it fixed
After countless attempts at diagnosing this common problem, I realized this would be my cheapest alternative and was actually worth a shot. Turns out that this actually WAS the problem after many misdiagnoses. I saved hundreds of dollars by trying this as opposed to trying to take it to a shop. This worked beyond all other methods I tried and worked instantly. I appreciate this video and for the help on such a random and aggravating problem. Truck started right up with no security code. The dash got a bit damaged while doing this, however it was very minimal. I was even able to fit the shim in without removing the cover totally. Very helpful video. Glad I found this before trying anything else that would have ran me a fortune.
JASON SMITH Thanks so much for the comment! I am so glad this has helped people as it's such a simple fix, if it's actually the problem. Car dealers are charging people insane money to diagnose and misdiagnose problem costing people so much money. It's a shame people are getting robbed at the auto repair shop for the cost of a single toothpick. Thanks again for posting!
I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for this great video, after watching a bunch of others this video seemed most in line with what was happening on my 2002 Chevy Suburban 1500 5.3L. I had read a bunch of posts from people with a similar problem, and some had spent $1,000.00 and more trying to fix different things - Fuel pump, crank position sensor, fuel pump relay, ignition system, etc. and some of their trucks sit in a garage to this day unfixed! Your VAT wire connector servicing brought my truck back to life ! I can't thank you enough !
Thanks so much! I'm so glad this video is helping so many people.
I send 3 days of searching you tube untill i found this video and it worked exactly as he presented it and it started and the 2nd try I cannot believe how simple it was from all the other fixit videos.. you saved me a ton of money, thanks so much
I had the exact problem with my 03 Blazer. I took the idea a step further by removing the 3 wires from the connector and very carefully pinched them with needle nose pliers. This made a very snug and positive contact on the pins when I reinstalled the connector into the sensor. The truck started immediately and stayed running without an issue. Thank you for the great info in the video.
8 years later and your straight forward, clear and concise video is still helping people. THANK YOU for taking the time to post the knowledge. 2000 Chevy Silverado 2500 6.0 Vortec with 216k + miles and been haunted by this baffling intermittent issue for nearly half of those miles. After all the aggravation I doubted that I had found the solution (and such a simple one at that), but after applying the suggested fix and turning the key it took about half a crank and under 1 second for the engine to fire and make me a believer. I can't thank you enough. May God Bless you.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It feels great to be able to save others the headache and frustration that we went through. I found this solution online in a forum, but can't remember where. That person is the real hero. I'm just glad I could bring it to TH-cam and reach many more people in need of help. Thanks again for leaving such a supportive message!
You are amazing! My truck did the same exact thing the other day and has been stranded in a walmart parking lot for the past 3 days. Me and my dad tried everything and were about to give up and tow it to a dealership to run expensive diagnostic tests on it, but after hours among hours of research i stumbled across this video and decided to give it a try. And it worked!! You guys are live savers!!! I have a 2004 gmc sierra 2500hd 6.6L LB7 Duramax btw it worked on this also!
Kyle Geyer The first time it happened to me I was in a WalMart Parking lot and called my dad to come get me! LMAO!!! After going into the store and waiting, it started when he got there. Figures right!? lol that's when I realized mine had something to do with the antitheft system. After trying so many things and tracing wires, I found this wire was intermittently losing connection. I am so glad this video is helping people! Thanks for the wonderful comment!
My GMC Sierra was doing this same thing this morning, did research on the Internet, found this vid and it totally helped, thanks man. My truck started right up.
What year model ? Would this fix work on my 09 Silverado
So I bout a silverado that had this issue , mechanic said it was the neutral control safety switch so I replace that and ended up blowing a fuse and stumbled onto this video and the plug was the issue all along thank you so much
I am having the same problem on 2004 and the same diagnosis that it is the neural safety switch, my car key won't turn in the ignition. Maybe also the wiring?
Thank you so much for this video bro. I was stranded couldn't take my kids to school. Google the syemtoms came across this video and it was the problem again thanks.
So glad it helped you! Thanks so much for the kind words.
OK Guys.... AFTER WASTING MY WHOLE SUNDAY AFTERNOON... Looking at all these video's... 10 minutes on, 10 seconds off, 3 times in a row... 2 times in a row... 11 MINUTES on 20 seconds off.... DAMMIT..!!! Finally, I tried what I saw in a post.... TAKE THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE LOOSE..... Touch it to the Positive terminal, (this supposedly resets the computer) (may have to use a screwdriver as it is kinda short, to make the contact) Install the negative cable again... VWAAALAHHH...!! IT WORKED..!!!
So There’s No Need To Take Off Interior Pieces?
@@AngelGabriel-hh6mw nope. Just take off the negative Terminal. Touch it to the positive. Replace it back and tighten..
Steve Hinton ok because I’ve been struggling to take the top piece off so I guess I’ll try this tomorrow so thank you
worked for me to day. 2002 gmc 2500hd 4x4
Dont go doing that.... 😣 just disscomect both terminals for a few seconds if youre going that route dont go intentionally arcing your battery 😓
Perfect! My truck was not starting and it seemed this was the problem. The ignition switch was not broken like people were telling me on their GMC Sierra 2500 or Chevy Silverado 1500/2500/3500. Not had a problem starting truck since I repaired the ignition like in this video. No trouble starting truck now and I don't have to wait 10 minutes for the truck to start anymore.
hello thanks for the post my 08 chevy silveraado 2500 , turn the key over the gauges light up strong battery but wont fire mine wont even crank is this what yours was doing
It worked for me on my father's truck too. Thanks for the video. Sad thing is the garage my father usually takes the truck to replaced a bunch of parts before I realized he hadn't found the problem. Did some research, and found this video. Problem is now fixed.
Awesome! So glad the video helped and I appreciate your comments. Please subscribe if you have not already.
This helped my husband fix his 99 chevey silverado . Save $$$ watching this video . Thank you!!
Monica Villarreal it makes my day and I'm so happy when my small efforts help others people. Thanks so much for the acknowledgement!
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Hey man I was about to take my 02 avalanche to the shop but this video help me a lot thanks it actually help me thanks
I can't thank you enough for this video man!! My truck pulled this crap every week, when i pulled the ignition cover off and looked at the wire it was so loose it was just ridiculous but I put two small layers of duck tape around it and plugged it back in and it was real snug and it cranked right up. I couldn't even lock my doors becuz the security system wouldn't let it crank, but so far so good I haven't had it do it again so far anyway, but so far so good! Once again thank you for this video!!
What was your tahoe doing when this was the problem?
This video was perfect. I fixed my GMC 2500 truck starting problems and now know what the cause was. I was having to wait ten minutes for the security to reset as well. I thought it was the ignition itself, like the latest Chevrolet ignition recalls.
Thanks for the info. I am going to check this out but my 2002 silverado only seems to do it when its real cold outside. I hope this works tired of freezing waiting to start it.
if that didn't help check out this page...this saved my car
The security, antitheft or lock picture/icon is a visual indication that something in the car's antitheft system is failing. In most GM cars and trucks there is a hidden system that most people are unaware even exists. From the moment you put your key in the ignition, there begins a constant line of communication between your key's security chip or transponder, to the ignition's lock cylinder, and then to the car's TDM (Theft Deterrent Module). These 3 parts are in CONSTANT communication. If the key is in the ignition, then these parts are sending signals to each other. The security light illuminates when that signal gets broken, even just for a second. When the signal breaks, the car misinterprets this as an attempt at theft and goes into antitheft mode. The car thinks its being stolen or hotwired because it is not getting that signal from YOUR specific key. This is why the security light turns on and shuts down your vehicle. This link explains it pretty well.
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Jodi Adams This is very true. I found one of the problems, but basically anything that causes a slight change in voltage or shorts can cause the computers believe the car is being hotwired therefore we have to sit for 10 minutes for the system to reset. This is a GM problem and has yet to be recalled. I was luck that I had a problem in one connector. I am finding out more and more that it's Anti-theft malfunction.Thanks so much for the comments. Please feel free to lend any knowledge and solutions in this feed so other GM vehicle owners can get some help. I have heard from people that the dealers are replacing the computer modules and charging insane amount of money only to find out sometimes that wasn't the problem.
Ya I had it happen to my Buick room me two years to find this fix . It saved my car 😃
Sucks when your key is a basic key. No chip or anything. Good ol fashion bare key...so then...how have I been able to start it all these years to just randomly start and still out when it wants...lol. I will give the toothpick trick a shot and see what happens...but like I said...my key is a bare key...no chip like my other car keys..
Additional issue this solution fixes - for months the clock on my 2005 Silverado would reset to 12:00 at every startup. I have not had the issue described here with truck not starting. I checked alternator, battery, and anything else I could possibly suspect. Came across this video and tried the simple shim solution as described and boom....clock now holds just fine!!! Thank you again for posting this video.
Bro I have a 05 silverado, when i go to start it up it just doesn't do a thing sometimes!. like if the battery was dead, no noise what so ever not even a crank!. then I repeat the process of backing off the key and trying again till it catches on and starts!.. Do you know what might cause this? thanks man.
hey man great video it help me out alot. its actually showed me what I wanted to see an hear. my endless search for help on TH-cam just ended thanks.
Same here, I kept thinking it was an engine issue. Ty for the video ❤️
Great Video ,my truck would turn on when I moved the key around but sometimes it wouldn’t , but I check the same wires you where talking about they were fine , it turn out to be the two wires attached to a small white clip , the clip was hanging then I notice ,it clip right next to those I believe it has something to do with the ground .Now it turns on right away also the dash board lights where not working and it turns ON , thanks you save me a trip to the mechanic and probably end up spending money that had nothing to do with that problem .
Too whom ever made this Video, Thanks so very much, Have a happy Turkey day and a Very Merry Christmas
I did exactly what your video showed and my truck fired up with no issues. So thank you for this video share.
Thank you I’m trying this as soon as sunlight hits and I pray it works from the looks of these awesome comments you did a heck of a job getting right to it and helping others Kudos bro!💯
thanks for the video it solved my truck starting problems.
thank you for sharing, it helped us when I gmc did exactly what you had on this you tube fix !! appreciate it!!
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Outstanding! What a great video and easy to understand. Thank you my man! I did all the fuses and battery and then watched your video and after shimming it worked just like you said. WOOT! {2000 Chevy 1500 LS 4.7 LT extended cab} Thanks again!
Thanks so much. I am currently working on more truck repair videos that get to the point rather than wasting people's time by talking about myself and everything I'm about to demonstrate.
Thanks a lot! It solved my problem! Actually this is the second time it has done this. The first time I had it towed in. They mechanic said it started every time he tried it. I finally just brought it back home. But I did find your video then and went ahead and wedged a toothpick in there. It has been running for the last year or so, no problem. then this morning it did the turn over and die thing. Tried it several times and it wouldn't start. I needed to leave for work so I got in a different vehicle. When I got home this afternoon, it started, no problem. But the automatic reset of the security system (after so much time) explains that. It also explains why it always started for the mechanic. Now I need to find a way to quickly reset the security system. Maybe unplug and clean the connections too.
Definitely clean the connections. I've tried to find a way to reset the security and I have not found a way yet. If you figure that out, please post. I hope you subscribe! Thanks so much for the comment.
Also another helpful tip (If you are locked out) if the truck does not register with the key and is immobilized there is a cheaper solution than being towed. A spare key (chip or not) will get the truck moving. The security code will exist still but not cost you a towing fee, or leave you stranded. Keep the spare key with you, as you will need both in the event that this happens. Use the spare while keeping the main key in range. It should get you started up enough to get home and deal with the mess in a cheaper more convenient environment.
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thanks for the video man it helped me out big time what I used is tooth picks shoved them in there broke the tip off and then used gorilla glue and it worked so far I haven't had any issues my truck was doing the same thing as the video people that put thumbs down might be having other issues and dislike the video
Thanks man! I been fighting that battle for a long time! Worked like a charm
Awesome! So glad it solved your problem! Please subscribe 🙏
This awesome video can save you ton's of money great work. Take care! X
i have a problem with my GMC superban 1995 , that any key even a screw can turn it on and go smoothly , so i went to a workshop and he has a little experiance , he change it but the car does not workbut we notes a wire like the vidoe when we put it in , the car start a noise that tells u the key is in ignition but we did not wait for 10 sec if you have any advice . tell me .
My 2001 Yukon XL Had the same issue. At the same time, it would also (intermittently) not do anything - no lights, no power, not able to start as if the battery was completely dead. Yet let it sit for a while (sometimes a few days) and it would start... with or without the dying effect mentioned in your video. This appeared to have fixed the dying, but we'll see if it also was the cause of the complete electrical failure.
Did you ever figure this out? Mine everything is working, but no start when it happens. Starter, battery all good.
Your video and starting issue is exactly what my 2001 Silverado 2500 does intermittingly. It would not start but sounds like it wants to, then I wait a few minutes and it starts right up with no issues. Usually see it when the truck has been sitting idle for a few days. I am going to check that connection you mentioned. I think (hope) this resolves my issue. Thank you for sharing this
+Jim Benjamin I had to wait ten minutes and then would start. There is corrosion problems at other locations as well so if this doesn't work check the computer under the steering wheel.
Brian, 1st thing I would check is the two green 40a fuses inside the fuse box that's under the hood. mine were blown out and after I replaced them I got the knocking sound from the starter again. Sadly my friend was trying to help me and I don't even get that sound any more even with new fuses. Hope that helps you out.
Thank you!!!! Worked perfectly!
I'm having this some problem with my 05 denali but after I tired this my security light just stay on while it's running. Please help!
Ok while I didn't use a toothpick your video did help me to resolve my 2000 GMC Dually truck Security light on and not running. The looseness of the connector doesn't really seem to be the problem though, rather a very light oxidation on the contacts (it is over 15 years old after all).... the Passlock system wasn't able to connect to the sensors in the ignition switch so it must have assumed there was no authorized key (and it didn't log any fault codes I might add!). Simply unplugging it then plugging it back in 2-3 times and the problem appears to have been resolved! The Security light now goes out in 5 seconds and the truck starts AND runs normally again. Yay!
If the problem re-occurs I'll get some electrical cleaner spray and spritz the connector with it real good then plug and unplug a few times to clean the contacts further. But for now, I at least know where the fault was and how to get it going again (though not a lot of fun getting that steering column cover off... that was 99% of the work I swear!).
No additional expensive parts needed, that's the best thing of all in my book! Who knew?
Michael Shrader I'm going to go pick some of that spray up now thank you!!!
i have a problem that just came up over wkend i can turn my key off and take it out and my bell stil stays on. i noticed when my lights are on auto is when it does it and when i turn them to manual is dnt do it anymore but it stays on when its auto lights
what is the problem and how can i fix it its on a chevy silverado 2002 1500 2 wd
Thank you. 1999 Yukon, did this truck now running.
Thanks so much. I was cleaning out my truck and banged against the column hard enough to lossen that set of wires. I plugged them back in securely and now my truck starts and stays running. Before it would only start for a half a second(just like in video) and die. So thanks so much! Aww crap I'm on my ole lady's account. Oh well....thanks man!
Kristin Parrott That is one heck of a banging into the column! Hope you are ok. :) So glad this video helped you!
dude you are a lifesaver. I tried so many different things and yours was spot on.
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problem have a 1998 gmc 3500, fire was in bed of truck someone tried to sphine which started fire, now, my left turn signal don't blink but the light on dash stays on, and new problem when I turn off ignition engine still runs until i take foot off brake then engine stops, any help please
I have a 98 1500 chevy express van.. the battery died.. I jump started it.. then I couldn't turn the motor off!!! I could turn the key and take it out..and the motor wouldn't die. I went and blocked the intake with a rag and plastic bag.. took a while and it finally killed the motor.. so ignition switch ? or just change the ignition lock?
My 00 Sierra does this on occasion thanks for the tip!
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Perfect video, easy fix. I have a GMC 2001 2500 HD 8.1L and every other turn key it would just crank with no start, next turn key it would start right up. hard to troubleshoot, but this fixed me up. Thank you so much!!!
Hi my truck is starting do this, after the third crank it starts. I was going to change the fuel pump, but did this solve your problem? Please answer
Mine was the fuel line when I had those symptoms in later truck. There was a pinhole in the fuel line that allowed fuel to depressurize and return back to tank. Cranking three times is priming it. Just turn the key forward three times without going to the crank position and it should start right up. Then in inspect the fuel lines.
Thanks a bunch - shimmed the plug like you demonstrated started right up!!!
I have a 2002 Chevy Tahoe I have a syndication sign on the dashboard reduced engine power I don't know how to fix it it will not start please help
9 years later this still work thanks!
Thanks a ton, You saved me a ton of time and money on parts it did not need!!
You're welcome and thanks for the feedback!
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Bro!!! You are the fn best. I have been dealing with this issue for almost 2 months trying to figure out what was going on and this simple little thing took care of it. Thank you.
+Daniel pulver I dealt with it for 2 years! lol I'm so glad my research helped others. The dealer doesn't even know about this fix, it seems. I am sure there are a few mechanics here and there that figured it out by trial and error, but after charging hundreds to the customer. I bet many of them are looking online for backyard mechanic help like the rest of us. Thanks for the comment. Much appreciated!
Wow. This problem been kicking my butt ..I've changed my battery, crankshaft position sensor, starter , the alternator putting out over 12 v.and checked the starter relays.. No problem on first start ,but I drive around cut truck off my Chevy Silverado 2500 try starting again ,it gives a soft start eventually it will start .so I can't wait to go home and do this procedure u did...I was planning on changing out the ignition switch and wires as I've seen on other videos ,but I'll try this first..I tell u it's a pain in the butt trying to solve this problem. Especially when u have no fault codes and no misfiring
i have a 03 tahoe with remote start. i don’t know why but it is slowly cranking and not turning over. last night it ran great. this morning it is doing this. i have a week old battery that is reading over 12. i tried jumping it with my 99 escalade with the 5.7. but towards the end of me cranking it the security lock light would come on and blink until i let back on the key. is it this issue or do you think it could be something else?
Thank you so much this worked for me 👌
Just check the TCM fuse under the hood. My truck was doing the same thing and turned out to be that stupid fuse being blown. 10 amp.
HI my son has a 2002 chevy Silverado and his truck hesitate to start all the time, I I unhook the security wire for 10 min and plug it back in,,,,,IT WORKS, it started right up and try it again 3 hrs later and starts up immediately the truck don't hesitate to start ...also is has a remote starter and that hasn't work for the last 3 month..but after I unhook the security wire the remote starter works great.....THANK YOU THANKYOU FOR YOUR VIDEIO
+Brianne Frank so glad it worked for you. There are other causes to this problem, but this seems to be the most common. Thanks for the great comment!
how come my key suddenly wont turn i have to jiggle n wiggle
There is a broken spring thing in there. Replace the ignition switch. VERY COMMON PROBLEM
OMG.. I gotta try this in the morning.. my burb has been down for 6 months because of this problem.. !!!!!
Did it work?
Video helped me on a 99 chevy sub thanks
Brian, I'm having the same problems with my 06 silverado, I would get a knocking sound at 1st, sounded like the starter. I replaced the starter but still had the same sound. Now it won't even click. I get nothing. I know its not my starter because I'm able to turn on the truck with a screw driver directly from the starter. All my fuses are good I tried waiting for the anti theft and still noting. I don't know what else to try.
I saw you video tutorian very help full but I got a question to ask I have a problem sometimes when I turn the ignition switch light power everitym como ones but won crank😠 I change the ignition swicth but I still have that issue help me out please.
i have a 97 Silverado and I had a issue with the gas filter it was damage so I change it but now its not starting I get ignition and everything but she won't turn over
Hey HELP PEASE. Is the security light supposed to flash constantly even when the truck is off? I don't have any problems with is starting and running. The light isn't on when it's running only when the truck is off. I'm worried about it draining the battery.
I have an 2003 2500 HD , when I leave the door open, key in the ignition switch I do not have /hear the bell ring telling me the keys are still in the switch. What can I check?
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR KNOWLEDGE JAMES
because my gmc sierra 2001 will evaporate very quickly antifreeze and do not look any leakage
because my truck chebrolet 2001 tahoe trying to light but not turn on what could be the problem thanks
what can i do it my truck starts and works fine but the security light starts beeping AFTER i remove the key
Does this have anything to do with my door locks not working also?
Sometimes this will work, other times the security system or ignition cylinder is shot and either requires bypassing the security feature completely or replacing the faulty parts.
+ReCkLeSsErr0r I didn't have this problem starting till I replaced the key cylinder. My original problem was the key wouldn't always want to turn so replaced the cylinder from acdelco with two new keys, been thinking maybe keys needed to be coded of something. Should I try this toothpick trick
Joseph Petrilli If the key cylinder being replaced started the problem, i'd imagine the circuit in the cylinder is not functioning correctly... Or something has gone wrong with the actual passkey anti theft system..
Try replacing the cylinder again, if that doesn't work... The only solution is to bypass the system entirely by wiring in resistors. Plenty of YT tutorials for that.
Which sadly may not still even fix the problem if the actual anti theft system is at fault.
Great video Boss. detailed, clearly spoken n easy to understand. As it should be. Wish all videos on TH-cam were this way. Having a different problem. Go to start truck n clicks like dead battery, but soon as I adjust steering wheel it will fire up. Any ideas,?
+Tony Huntington wow. That a weird one. I will have to look into that. It's like Chevrolet truck are sold with gremlins inside them.
Tony Huntington , any luck finding out why that was happening to your truck? I think I am having the same problem. I thought it was because the security wires were jiggled in the process
How To Home and Auto DIY - GREAT VIDEO!! I CANNOT tell you the headache and how costly and time consuming this has been!!!
I honestly wish I would have seen this video 4 days ago I bought my first GMC ever it's a Yukon Denali spent over $300 dollars easy and just went to try this out just as a last hope and it worked 😮😮😮😮🎉🎉🎉🎉😑😑😑😑😒😒😒
I have a 2001 S10 with a similar problem but when mine fails to start, it doesn't even crank. Then, after several minutes of trying to start, it suddenly cranks and starts like it's brand new. Intermittent no-start/no-crank. I know it's not the battery. Any ideas?
I have a question. 2000 suburban. I went to start my truck this morning and I accidently cut the ignition half way to Turning over. now It no clicks no starts. Any ideas?
I got a 2000 Chevy 2500 6.0l it will crank and it starts but takes about a 4second hold on the key and usually doesn't start first try but every time starts up the second time
I have a 2003 chevy silverado pick up and it starts sometimes and sometimes not. I tried the trick you suggested and it didnt cure it. I even pulled the iginition switch out and cleaned the contacts inside and out. Sometimes it starts and yet again sometimes not. What gives? It does not give off any fault codes and when it runs it runs great. I would like to make this truck dependable and start whenever I need it to. Any suggestions? UPDATE: I pulled the starter off and replaced it. Before that I checked the wiring and I had 12 volts from the main wire and 12 volts from the solinoid wire when in the start position. My truck still would not start. After cleaning up the wires and putting in the new starter it started rite up. I took in the old starter and they tested it. It passed twice however there have been issues with the solinoid working then getting warm and not working. With the truck having over 277k miles it was time for a new starter anyway. I did keep the old starter for parts.
How do you get the cover off to see if this will work. I have a 2005 Silverado an it just started to have an issue, I had a new key made but still the same thing. It will start but it takes awhile and freaks me out
You are awesome..i did exactly what you said on your video and my truck turned with no problems. Thank you so much.
Can you post something on power windows..one of my windows on my truck does not work..thank you
So glad it worked for you. Seems like a strange thing to go wrong, but seems to be very common and many "professional" shops and dealers have trouble finding this problem. After hundreds of dollars in diagnostics, they still leave you hanging when all they had to do is look this up on TH-cam! 🤣
With power windows it's usually one of two things. More often in my experience it's the switch panel. The other possibility, it's the motor. I've changed more switches than motors but could go either way. If everything was working perfectly fine and then one day stopped, I'd guess switch panel. Always check fuses first. If window was straining over time and got worse, then probably window motor.
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I replace ignition cylinder turn vehicle over won't say a word do you know where I went wrong
what is the name of this wire .?
Thanks bro you saved my day I was about to lose my sh*t.. I'm glad I know how to solve the problem now
I got a 2007 2500 HD I broke the key off in the ignition and lost the chip how can I crank the key will turn over but it won't start cuz of the security lock
My 04 tahoe did the same no start this morning hasnt happened in aboht a year, ...my old mechanic took the old remote start wires awhile ago and worked till today....put a wedge in between the connection and waited 10 min.....started right up....thanks youtube..
tattoolm1 So glad this worked for you. This was just one of many possible problems with the passlock antitheft system. The remote starter is a major problem for many. Thanks so much for the comments!
This was very much needed thanks man!
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I have a 99 silverado the speedometer has quit working now the whole cluster is out if I hold the reset pin in the cluster lights up I have to manually shift my trans it starts in 3rd gear when I put it in drive and if the truck sits longer than a day the battery dies
question how do you change the ignition cylinder if you have no key as my only damn key broke off in the ignition today then i saw on here some people drilling then using a screwdriver to get it to the run position to get it out please help as i already bout a new ignition cylinder thnx
I did not change the ignition cylinder. I wish I could help you with that.
How To Home and Auto DIY thanks for all the posts , My 08 2500 Silverado (gas) wont crank battery is strong my gauges light up I get the ding the lights are turning off when I turn the key like it trying to fire but mine wont even crank please repl with your thoughts - briangwideman@gmail.com Thank You
A guy was supposed to replace my signal switch on 2001 Suburban(truck was fine before he touched it) but ended up damaging the wires inside the part that connects to the steering wheel...the new switch ended up being the incorrect part...so when he put my original part back on...it wouldnt turn over...that part has now been replaced but still wont turn over and security light stays on...please advise on what to do next...
Tried it on my 2000 Chevy Silverado but my light still come on and after the 5 time it goes on it shut on me after that I got to wait about 10 to 15 min then it'll turn on sometime it takes up too two hours to turn back on
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I had to change security box and reset security system truck turns over and starts till i release key to run and it shuts off the truck is a 2000 gmc 3500 pick up gas powered
i have a 1999 gmc yukon. the security system was giving me trouble not starting so i installed a toggle switch to by pass it and worked for a good while. now when i turn the key forward none of the gauges turn , the check engine and security lights dont turn on either. i ordered a new ecm and still will just crank and not start. im already wanting to torch the thing. what would you recommend me to do?
Just make sure the wire stakes are aligned & secured to the pins. Easy to plug in the wrong way unaware. One loose wire will signal tampering to lock out the computer. Especially after a mangled attempted robery.
If your vehicle is stolen and you see the wire all loose save yourself the trouble and go to the junkyard cut the wire with the black plug.It will save you like a hr or 2 of trying to get it to work.
I have a 91 Chevy it won't stay running and then it will stay want to help
Mine has this problem. But once I let it sit for about 30 minutes then it'll start back up. Don't know if this is it or not.