i just bought 04 impala but only with 1 set of keys does it require a key with a special chip in it or can i just go to like ace hardware and make an extra key
I dont think it has a chipped key. If the key you have that starts the car doesnt have the chip in it , a regular made key at ace hardware should work. I think GM did away with those type of security systems in the late 90`s.
If its anything like our 2003 , the security feature is in the lock area , and not in the key itself .
There is a piece stationary with the electronics on it , and the piece in the lock cylinder that turns with the key . Pull cylinder out and you can't start the car .
We have a regular key from a hardware store that works fine .
Your car such as my 02 has something called GM passlock II which reads resistance on the key when it is turned to the crank position. Using a key that has no resistance will not allow the car to start.
Your car such as my 02 has something called GM passlock II which reads resistance on the key when it is turned to the crank position. Using a key that has no resistance will not allow the car to start.
Take the tumblers out of the ignition , and any piece of metal will start the car . I know ............... damn lock cylinder failed one night , and I DO NOT call the tow truck :biggrin:
I have a similar issue. My 05 i bought a few weeks ago didnt come with the original key. Some sort of hardware store key without a resistor from what i can see. Car started and ran fine up until a few days ago. No it flat out won't start/crank. You start it from the starter and it kills itself after a second or 2. Definitely security system. Am having trouble locating the correct resistance for the original key. Been told by a few people to bypass the system using the correct ohm resistor but obviously i do not know the correct resistance. Any suggestions?
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I have 20 inch rims on but dont think it should effect it that much
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