1998 Chevy Lumina Pass-key circuit

1998 CHEVROLET LUMINA
150,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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FERRALLW
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I have a 1998 Chevy Lumina that runs fine but you can't start it with the switch. You can start it by shorting the starter across. The security light is flashing even when the car is running.
Apr 8, 2010 at 7:43 PM
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RENAUDTN
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Your VATS system is not working right.
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Apr 9, 2010 at 3:23 PM
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