Starts then dies can someone please help?

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Asked by Shanna Mar 20, 2020 at 03:34 AM

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

1999 chevy truck starts then dies and security light stays
on even after trying to  reset the security system in
steering column and all. Plz help! And thank you

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This is a very common problem on GM vehicles. The security system is notoriously known to fail. Basically when you insert your key, the system checks for a certain signal. If the system cannot get the correct signal from the key, it assumes the key is incorrect or you are attempting to hotwire it. The system then goes into SECURITY lockout mode. (prevents vehicle theft) This will either turn off the starter, or the fuel injectors after a few seconds. This has been happening with GM's for a very long time. There is a company called Newrockies inc. that sells a bypass for this online. Works great. Used it on 2 vehicles.

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