1997 Buick Regal anti theft and key resistor problems

Tiny
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  • 1997 BUICK REGAL
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 120,000 MILES
Had problems with resistor on ignition key. Bought new key car ran well no problems. 6 mo's later car want start. My mechanic says, tried everything he knows can only start car for short time. Said he by-passed security and no help. I still think resistor or wires to ignition faulty.
Wednesday, February 11th, 2009 AT 7:47 PM

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Tiny
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Sometimes key shaving (metal dust) can build up in the column and affect the key being read. Does he have a scan tool to look to see if the VAT (vehicle anti-theft) is working?
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Thursday, February 12th, 2009 AT 7:56 AM

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