6.8
fairly significantTypical Repair Cost:
no data
Average Mileage:
136,924 miles
Total Complaints:
5 complaints
Most common solutions:
- not sure (5 reports)
electrical problem
Helpful Websites About 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier theft system trips for no reason
2007Nov 01
Cavalier Convertible ?L V4
- Automatic transmission
- 146,000 miles
The Anti-theft system comes on intermittently. If the car is already started, it will continue to run. If I am trying to start the car it will catch - then die and the Anti-theft light on the dash is blinking. Trying several times or changing the position of the steering wheel (tilt and rotate) sometimes allows it to start. It does not seem to be related to temp or humidity and this happens 25% of the time when I am trying to start my car.
A dealership diagnosed this as an issue with the Ignition Lock Cylinder, ILC Housing, and Ignition Switch. They say $1400 will fix it.
I found a recall for this car and Ignition Switch issue (Recall ID# 14779). Although the symptoms are different (IS can heat and cause fire), I am going to have my car processed for the recall and see if it changes anything.
If that doesn't work, I could sue GM for less than $1400 and it would definitely be more satisfying.
2006Jul 12
(reported on)Cavalier LE
- 145,622 miles
Pass lock system keeps setting diagnostic code p1629. Replaced IPC unit, key cyllinder and PCM. Diagnostic code keeps setting please help.
2004Sep 01
(reported on)Cavalier 2.2 Liter
- 145,000 miles
When i changed my instrument cluster out the theft system came on and wont cut off. The car will start then immediately cut itself off. then the theft system light on the cluster blinks and cannot get it to stop. I was wondering if someone can offer some suggestions on the problem and how to fix it. thanks.
2003Nov 07
(reported on)Cavalier
- 90,000 miles
Something is tripping the factory's theft system and I cannot get it to stop or disengage. three local dealers all say very different things and an OBD diagnosis shows nothing wrong.
We have partnered with JustAnswer to offer online auto repair help and advice from expert professional automotive technicians. You describe your electrical problem or ask your question and they try to help you figure it out. The fee is typically $9 to $15, but you can offer to pay more for really tough questions. You will usually receive an answer in 10 minutes or less, and you do not have to pay anything unless you accept the answer.
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
2007Dec 21
Cavalier 2.2L
My Anti-Theft only kicks on now when I use my Auto Starter(installed by an "anonymous" store), but goes off in like 10-15 mins and can start my car regularly.
Ryan S.
Akron, OH, USA
SEND A COMMENT »