Car was stolen, entire ignition assembly on steering column replaced, car starts then after about five seconds

Tiny
JILL JONES
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  • 2000 SATURN SL1
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 126,000 MILES
The car is in the shop. Mechanic replaced entire ignition assembly on the steering column. Locksmith coded the key to the assembly. Now the car will start, but runs for only a few seconds, then shuts off. I don't believe the key has a chip, but I could be wrong. The mechanic is stumped. We need help.
Monday, October 7th, 2019 AT 12:48 AM

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Tiny
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Hi and welcome back.

It sounds like the pass-lock security system is triggered from the new key cylinder.

To relearn the cylinder put the key in and turn it to run. Do not start it. Leave the key on for 10 minutes until the security light on the gauge panel goes out.
Turn the key off for 10 seconds and then back to run for 10 minutes.

Do this 3 times in total. On the last time at the end of 30 mins turn the key off for 20 seconds and then start the car. This should fix the issue.

Rich
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Monday, October 7th, 2019 AT 6:12 PM
Tiny
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Thank you. Will try this. Would be good to get the car out of the shop.
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Monday, October 7th, 2019 AT 8:02 PM
Tiny
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You are very welcome. Let me know how it works out.

Rich
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Monday, October 7th, 2019 AT 10:14 PM

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