1997 Buick Riviera sucurity light

136,057 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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SAMGRUBB
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the car will not start with the sucurity light on i have to wait for 5 to 15 mins until it will start. what might be the problem?
Oct 2, 2008 at 4:25 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi:
The light indicates the proper key isn't in the ignition. You may want to visit a dealer and have them check it or replace the key. Your key's resister may be going bad, ir the sensor in the steering column is.
Nov 16, 2008 at 8:20 AM
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