Security system issues

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DANAAT2610
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  • 1998 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
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  • V8
  • 4WD
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I replaced the engine in my 1998 silverado in 2010. Since that time about once a month when you go to start, it will hit for a couple of seconds then die. My son said it had to do with security system problem. After you wait approx 12 mins it starts fine until the next time.
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Friday, July 24th, 2020 AT 11:38 AM (Merged)
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When this happens, is the security light staying on? When you wait 12 minutes, do you leave the key off or on? Have you ever checked fuel pump pressure when this happens?
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Friday, July 24th, 2020 AT 11:38 AM (Merged)
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DANAAT2610
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Security light is on and key is off. Like I said sometimes goes a month sometimes a couple of weeks thanks very much for ur interest
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Friday, July 24th, 2020 AT 11:38 AM (Merged)
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No I have not checked fuel pressure
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Friday, July 24th, 2020 AT 11:38 AM (Merged)
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AMANDA HALL
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We changed the entire steering column in the truck. It now won't start. The security light comes on. The car starts but immediatly dies.
We tried the "re-learn" procedure that instructs you to leave the car on for 10 minutes, then off for 30 sec, doing that threee times in a row. Still not starting. Cleared the codes with the scanner, tried the relearn procedure again, still nothing happening.
The security light still flashes when trying to start and the car immediatly dies. At this point not sure what to do or try. Should I be calling a locksmith?
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Friday, July 24th, 2020 AT 11:38 AM (Merged)
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1-If Tech 2 scan tool is not being used, go to next step.

2-NOTE:While VCM is in Auto Learn Procedure, battery voltage must be maintained at all time. This procedure must be followed exactly or procedure will have to be repeated from beginning. Performing following procedures will set DTC P1630. Turn ignition off for 30 seconds, then turn ignition on. DTC P1630 should clear. If it does not, diagnose DTC P1630.

3-Turn ignition on, with engine off for 11 minutes. Turn ignition off for 30 seconds. Repeat turning on ignition for 11 minutes, and turning it off for 30 seconds 2 times. Turn ignition on, with engine off and wait 30 seconds. Attempt to start engine. If engine starts and operates normally, go to step 4). If engine does not start or operate normally, go to step 5)

4- Using scan tool, clear VCM DTCs. Turn ignition off for 30 seconds. Attempt to start engine. If engine starts and operates normally, system is okay. If engine does not start and run, go to next step.

5-Using scan tool, read DTCs. If DTC P1626 or P1630 is set, diagnose affected DTC(s). If DTC P1631 resets, return to step 2).
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Friday, July 24th, 2020 AT 11:38 AM (Merged)
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GRAVES2410
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, I changed my ignition housing due to lock cylinder damage, chevy 98 k3500, now it wont start, security light blinks in dash
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Friday, July 24th, 2020 AT 11:39 AM (Merged)
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The key will need to be coded the dealer can do it for you if you give them the VIN when you buy the key from them. You can try resetting the system by following this guide.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-reset-a-security-system

Please run down this guide and report back.
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Friday, July 24th, 2020 AT 11:39 AM (Merged)
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Scan the computer for a passlock code/s -start here and let me know if there's any present-
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Friday, July 24th, 2020 AT 11:39 AM (Merged)
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Thanks for this post I had this issue and had the key codes at the dealer when I bought it worked perfect FYI.
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Friday, July 24th, 2020 AT 11:39 AM (Merged)
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CHEVY HAHN
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Truck won't run starts quick imediatley shuts off. Then will start quickly again but won't come to a full idle. Put in new spark plugs drained gasoline out replaced with new. Pulled gas filter appears clean.
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2020 AT 6:15 PM (Merged)
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JDL
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That sounds like the passlock theft system. That's an injector disable. Is the theft lite flashing, or anything? If the theft lite is flashing, wait till it stops flashing, then try to start.
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2020 AT 6:15 PM (Merged)
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TJRILEY
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Computer problem
1999 Chevy Silverado V8 Two Wheel Drive Manual

Security light comes on when you turn on ignition. Truck will turn over and will start but immediately goes dead.

Was told this is something to do with a manufacturer security install in 1999 and this was the only year they did install this.
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2020 AT 6:15 PM (Merged)
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I'm giving you the relearn procedure. It may or may not work. If it doesn't, that would mean it has a hard failure and will require using a Tech2 scan tool to diagnose it.

Disconnect the battery and hold the cables together for about 30 seconds then reconnect the cables before performing the procedure. Read it carefully if done incorrectly it won't work. If it helps let me know.
Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
Attempt to start the engine, then release the key to ON (vehicle will not start).
Observe the SECURITY telltale, after approximately 10 minutes the telltale will turn OFF.
Turn OFF the ignition, and wait 5 seconds.
Repeat steps 1 through 4 two more times for a total of 3 cycles/30 minutes (the vehicle is now ready to relearn the Passlockà † Sensor Data Code and/or passwords on the next ignition switch transition from OFF to CRANK).
Important
The vehicle learns the Passlockà † Sensor Data Code and/or password on the next ignition switch transition from OFF to CRANK. You must turn the ignition OFF before attempting to start the vehicle.
Start the engine (the vehicle has now learned the Passlockà † Sensor Data Code and/or password).
With a scan tool, clear any DTCs if needed (history DTCs will self clear after 100 ignition cycles).
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2020 AT 6:15 PM (Merged)
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ATHTRUCK
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Will start sometimes and won't sometimes. Security light flashes. Will start times in Neutral and runs fine when it starts. Will be OK for a couple of days. Then will not start. Motor turns overs and fires but immediately goes dead. Someone suggested neutral safety switch. ? Any suggestions?
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2020 AT 6:15 PM (Merged)
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SCOTTY DEE
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When it does not start, does the engine crank?
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2020 AT 6:15 PM (Merged)
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ATHTRUCK
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Yes, engine starts but immediately goes dead. I read something about the security system could be causing this. Motor fires and cranks but system immediately shuts doen the fuel pump. This is what is acts like.
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2020 AT 6:15 PM (Merged)
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Need to bypass the security code. I have lost my keys in my truck will not crank because of security system.
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2020 AT 6:15 PM (Merged)
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STEVE W.
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Welcome to 2CarPros.

The easiest and really only real solution would be to get new keys made by either an automotive locksmith or go to a dealer and give them your VIN along with proof of ownership and ID. They can then cut new keys using the code from GM. The locksmith option is probably cheaper and they will come to you.
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2020 AT 6:15 PM (Merged)

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