Will not start and the security light is on

2001 CHEVROLET TAHOE
167,000 MILES • 5.3L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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FILIPEKW6
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Hello,

It starts and goes out immediately. When trying to program the remote key. Nothing happens.
In order to start the car, I had to open the car with the remote control on the key, the remote control stopped working and I cannot start.
I also did the relearning procedure, but the security lamp does not want to go out, it lights up all the time.
I would like to know what the problem may be and whether it can be fixed and how to fix it.
I would like to completely remove the security system from my car so that it always fires. If it is possible.
Mar 24, 2022 at 7:31 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Unfortunately, the system can't be removed. You mentioned that you tried performing a relearn process. What was done?

Also, if the key is left in the "on" position, will the light turn off after approximately 10 minutes?

I just need to know one other thing. You mentioned it starts and goes out immediately. Are you referring to the light or the engine?

Take a look through this link also. It may be helpful.

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

Let me know. Also, let me know if you have checked for diagnostic trouble codes.

Take care,

Joe
Mar 25, 2022 at 6:33 AM
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FILIPEKW6
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I left the key in the "on" position and the security light did not go out, I waited even 20 minutes and it did not go out.
The engine starts and immediately shuts down.
Mar 25, 2022 at 6:49 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

You are experiencing a fuel lockout. Are you using a known good key? Have you tried a different one?

My concern is that the light isn't turning off. This could be an indication of a failed body control module (BCM) or powertrain control module (PCM). Please keep in mind, this is a theory at this point based on conditions.

What should be done is to scan the can-bus system. CAN stands for controller area network. Basically, all the different modules are tied together via a few wires. This type of scan will provide diagnostic codes regardless of the module storing them. Here is a link showing how it's done. Because there could be one or more modules at fault, I am recommending this be done.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/can-scan-controller-area-network-easy

Next, take a look at pic 1 below. This is what I suspect is happening. To test the circuit, we will need a scan tool that can communicate with the different modules.

If you look through the last 3 pics, they provide the diagnostics. Let me know if you are comfortable performing them.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.



Mar 25, 2022 at 9:50 AM
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