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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 286 (THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESSECURITY INDICATOR ALWAYS ON OR FLASHING
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Security Indicator Always On or Flashing
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Security Indicator Always On or Flashing
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Security Indicator Always On or Flashing
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schematic Reference: Theft Deterrent System Schematics Connector End View Reference: Theft Deterrent System Connector End Views DEFINITION: Ignition OFF, all doors closed |
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| 1 | Did you perform the Theft Deterrent Diagnostic System Check? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Theft Deterrent |
| 2 |
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Go to Door Ajar Indicator Inoperative in Doors | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the instrument panel cluster (IPC). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
and Connector Repairs
in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Replace the instrument cluster. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement
in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console. Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 4 | - |
| 5 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 2 |
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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.