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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998CAMARO SS, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTANTI-THEFT SYSTEMSANTI-THEFT SYSTEMSYSTEM TESTINGPASS-KEY II(R) TESTSSECURITY INDICATOR ON STEADY, ENGINE STARTS
1998 Chevrolet Camaro SS, 2D Coupe, Standard
SECURITY Indicator On Steady, Engine Starts
1998 Chevrolet Camaro SS, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION SECURITY Indicator On Steady, Engine Starts
- Disconnect BCM 32-pin connector C3 (Blue). Turn ignition switch to RUN position. If SECURITY indicator illuminates, check for short to ground in Gray wire between instrument cluster connector terminal A3 and BCM connector C3 terminal C12. If Gray wire is okay, check for shorts in instrument cluster printed circuit. Replace as necessary.
- If SECURITY indicator does not illuminate, perform lock cylinder and harness test. See LOCK CYLINDER & HARNESS TEST. If keys, lock cylinder and lock cylinder harness are okay, replace BCM. Light will remain on for about one minute after repair.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.