Car alarm not working

1999 BUICK CENTURY
50,000 MILES
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CINC17
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Does not work so cannot get into the car. I replaced battery, still does not work. Help, please!
Dec 9, 2018 at 7:42 AM
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OUTLAW526
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Is it the factory alarm or aftermarket?
Dec 9, 2018 at 7:48 AM
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CINC17
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Factory, there is a GM part number on it. It also has that little fob thing that you cannot start the car with, goes into a little slot near the steering wheel.
Dec 9, 2018 at 9:28 AM
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STRAILER
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You need to reset the alarm. Here is a guide to help:

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

Please run down this guide and report back.

Cheers, Ken
Dec 12, 2018 at 10:00 AM
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