Pontiac 2002 Grand Am, Owner'S Manual

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Parking Lots
Even if you park in a lot where someone will be
watching your vehicle, it’s still best to lock it up and
take your keys. But what if you have to leave your key?
D If possible, park in a busy, well
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lit area.
D Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk
or glove box.
D Be sure to close and lock the storage area.
D Close all windows.
D Move the trunk release lockout switch to ON.
D Lock the glove box.
D Lock all the doors except the driver’s.
D If your vehicle has a remote keyless entry system,
take the transmitter with you.
Passlock
R
Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock
theft
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deterrent system.
Passlock is a passive theft
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deterrent system. Passlock
enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder has not been
tampered with.
During normal operation, the SECURITY light will go
off approximately five seconds after the ignition key is
turned to ON and the engine is started.
After attempting to start the engine, if the SECURITY
light flashes or stays on, wait ten minutes with the key in
ON until the light goes off. Then turn the ignition to
OFF before attempting to start the engine again.
See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index for
more information.