1997 Buick Regal anti theft and key resistor problems

1997 BUICK REGAL
120,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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GFLEET
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had problems with resistor on ignition key. bought new key car ran well no problems. 6 mo's later car want start. my mechanic says , tried everything he knows can only start car for short time. said he by-passed security and no help. i still think resistor or wires to ignition faulty.
Feb 11, 2009 at 11:47 AM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Sometimes key shaving (metal dust) can build up in the column and affect the key being read.Does he have a scan tool to look to see if the VAT (vehicle anti-theft) is working?
Feb 11, 2009 at 11:56 PM
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