1988 Buick Electra Car won't start

1988 BUICK ELECTRA
180,000 MILES • 3.8L • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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SMUELD64
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When I turn the key to the on position, I hear the fuel system working but, the car not
making a sound, I can start it from underneath but, not from the ignition and, the security
Light keeps flashing but I have a key with no chip.
Jul 25, 2014 at 11:46 AM
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FREEMBA
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Try to disarm the system by unlocking the passenger side door (from outside using the key).
If this works the vehicle should start [assuming that the SECURITY system at fault].
If so, check for an open circuit in the wire leading from the door lock cylinder on the drivers' side.
Jul 25, 2014 at 12:24 PM
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