theft-deterrent light on won't start

2006 CADILLAC CTS
120,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CHICO4025
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theft-deterrent light came on and car won't start. 2006 cadillac cts
Jul 8, 2011 at 12:21 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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there is a security issue that is preventing starting system to activate.
in my expierence, the lock cylinder has 2 real thin wires and one or both break from age.
you will need a shop with a scanner to confirm.

Roy
Aug 18, 2017 at 10:00 PM
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