Replace ignition switch and key

2005 CHEVROLET IMPALA

107,000 MILES • 3.1L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

BILLBURG

MEMBER
3 POSTS

I installed a used ignition switch and lock key lock cylinder. now I tried to reset the pass-code by letting it sit for ten minutes with the security light blinking key on. I tried to restart the car and I get nothing but dash lights.

Jul 11, 2019 at 9:36 AM

DANNY L

✓ASE Certified Mechanic
5,648 POSTS

Hello, I'm Danny.

Here is a tutorial showing the security system reset. Try this first and get back to us.

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

Also I have included the instructions on how to replace the ignition switch and key in the diagrams below. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

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Mar 13, 2021 at 10:11 AM