Will not start is a security or switch issue?

Tiny
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  • 2000 CHEVROLET BLAZER
  • 4.3L
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
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  • 143,000 MILES
I bought the vehicle listed above and as soon as I got it home it started giving me problems; for one the starter went out. I replaced starter and it started fine. Went several places and then I went to a store but this time I couldn't leave. It wouldn't crank or start. I looked up YouTube videos after videos read post and forums I still haven't found what the issue is. I tried to jump the relay with the wire and it wouldn't start. The fuel pump not coming on so even jumping off solenoid it won't start it's clearly a security issue. I bought the vehicle with cash so the car lot shouldn't put a mechanism for it to shut off. I was told to check neutral saf5y switch and crankshaft sensor but the two are good. I even tried the simple but time-consuming turn the switch on and wait util security light stops blinking but no good. I really need some advice I'm not a mechanic by no means but why would Chevrolet set the owner up for failure. I was wondering do I need a transponder key because the key I got with car wasn't and it started without a transponder key but since I changed starter I thought it took a minute but the system re-set and it needs one I don't know if someone has the solution please share.
Sunday, March 13th, 2022 AT 2:07 PM

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Tiny
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Good afternoon,

I attached a guide for security reset. Try that and see if it starts.

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

Do all the other accessories work on the car?

Keep me updated on the progress.

Roy
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Sunday, March 13th, 2022 AT 2:25 PM
Tiny
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Other accessories do work such as radio, overhead lights, headlights, air conditioner, heater. Well, it comes on but no heat because vehicle won't start. I checked the crankshaft sensor it's okay. Does the vehicle key need to have a chip? Does the security reset work for valet keys also or only keys with chip or shall I say transponder key? When open door security light flashes when I put key and door close I get nothing except a battery light when door is open the security light flashes and then I put the valet key in Ignition then turn it to on position, I've waited 30 minutes and nothing different; light still flashes that's why I wondered if the key needs a chip. When I bought the vehicle, it only came with, the valet key but it had no problems cranking and starting. I had to change starter because the appendix was bad. After I changed the starter, it cranked right up. I even cranked and started it several times that day it was the eighth time trying to crank it, it started doing the no crank no start no noise thing. The only light that comes on is the security and battery light. Nothing else. I went ahead and took the dash and the ignition cover off in case I need to get new ignition. Oh, and I can't jump the starter using the one to relay but I can jump off solenoid to crank but not start because fuel pump is not coming on either. That's why I said it has to be a security feature and need to know if a valet key is all I need to reset the security program.
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Sunday, March 13th, 2022 AT 5:59 PM
Tiny
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I don't have a key fob, all I have is secondary key. Do I need to get a keyless entry? I don't know for sure since it started before without a chip key or key fob.
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Sunday, March 13th, 2022 AT 6:12 PM
Tiny
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Do you have a theft light or security light on the dash that comes on with the key in the on position?

If you do, the light should go out after about 10 seconds.

If it does not, then you do not have a security issue.

Roy
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Monday, March 14th, 2022 AT 4:37 AM
Tiny
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The light flashes security. And it goes off and nothing comes on the cluster if my door is shut and turn the key. The light flashes when door is open then turn the key to on position security light flashes until runs out of battery power. When battery gets low I charge it back up and it picks up power quick so battery is still good. If it is security issue will I have to get a security key or fob key and or ignition switch. I heard it could also be neutral safety switch but I would like to get the security issue dealt with regardless.
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Monday, March 14th, 2022 AT 6:23 AM
Tiny
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Okay, it is not the neutral safety switch.

You did not do what I asked. Sit in the car, turn the key to the on position, does the security light come on and then go off completely? It has nothing to do with the door opening or anything else.

Did you try the security reset procedure?

Roy
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Monday, March 14th, 2022 AT 8:29 AM

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