NunzZ28
10-26-2003, 11:25 PM
Hello all
I just installed the Crimestopper CS-2015FM2 in my 2000 Z. Everything works even the remote start, but my security light on my gauges stays on (a yellow light that spells out "security" just to the right of my speedo). I never disconnected the factory alarm, just disarmed it and never touched it again. What does this light mean exactly and should i "disconnect" the factory alarm, is this possible, and what, where, how do i do it. I know that when i have my doors open the factory LED in the middle of the dash comes on, but that happened pre-install of new alarm. Please help. Thanks.
CrAkD X 95TA
10-27-2003, 01:20 AM
mines been on for monthes and i dont even have an alarm :shrug: lol any insight on how id turn it off would be good to.
Rogue Leader
10-27-2003, 08:34 PM
Security Light on means your VATS has crapped out for one reason or another... Basically it means the VATS system is disabled (and your car is one screwdriver away from being started)... Not that it takes much for thieves to nab the car anyway, but the VATS at least deters stupid kids and joyriders...
CrAkD X 95TA
10-27-2003, 09:45 PM
and how do i replace this? lol
Rogue Leader
10-27-2003, 10:38 PM
Originally posted by CrAkD X 95TA
and how do i replace this? lol
Haha good luck... It could be anything from a bad chip in your key, to a bad VATS module... theres been articles written on this if you search google for GM VATS.
NunzZ28
10-27-2003, 10:50 PM
Well my security light ONLY comes on during a remote start. If I enter the vehicle and turn the key normally, this does not happen. Any idea what the problem is??
CrAkD X 95TA
10-28-2003, 08:53 AM
Originally posted by NunzZ28
Well my security light ONLY comes on during a remote start. If I enter the vehicle and turn the key normally, this does not happen. Any idea what the problem is??
i dont know much about this whole vats thing but i would think the security light comes on during a remote start cause the chip in the key was never inserted into the ignition during start....i wish i knew where my spare key was so i could try that key maybe thats it....cause my chip is kinda loose in the key.....i dont wanna spend another $30 to get a copy made :o
SubsAnDubs
10-28-2003, 07:23 PM
Sounds like you need to bypass vats. Heres a page that should help you bypass this.
http://www.catchacall.com/vatts.htm
Good luck
Rogue Leader
10-28-2003, 08:18 PM
Originally posted by SubsAnDubs
Sounds like you need to bypass vats. Heres a page that should help you bypass this.
http://www.catchacall.com/vatts.htm
Good luck
If the car starts I wouldnt bypass vats..
Why make it easier to steal your car???? They are easy enough to steal as it is!
As for the light coming on during remote start thats exactly why, te VATS is being bypassed so security light is on..
Javelin3o4
10-28-2003, 08:54 PM
with the vats system you need to place a resistor on in the wiring for the remote start and vats system that closely matches the resistance value of your vats system. check out www.the12volt.com for information about VATS systems.
NunzZ28
10-28-2003, 11:21 PM
I used the CS-GMATA II to bypass the VATS on the car, it is a small box that Crimestopper makes with a small screw on it and by turning the screw changes the resistance level. I measured the resistance of the chip in my key using a meter and matched up the value to the GMATA II, yet the light still comes on.