SECURITY Indicator Operation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora and 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The theft deterrent control module can command the instrument cluster to flash the SECURITY indicator ON and OFF or illuminate the SECURITY indicator ON steady only when the ignition key is in the ON position. The rear integration module (RIM) can command the instrument cluster to flash the SECURITY indicator ON and OFF or illuminate the SECURITY indicator ON steady only when the ignition key is in the OFF position. The security indicator does illuminate during the bulb check when the ignition is turned to ON for 5 seconds. If the PCM loses communication with the theft deterrent control module, the instrument cluster will also detect the loss of communication and will illuminate the SECURITY indicator. The SECURITY indicator can indicate both malfunctions, Indicator on steady and tamper, Indicator flashing - indicating unauthorized operation.

Under the following conditions the SECURITY indicator may be commanded to illuminate.