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I have a 1995 Olds Aurora and my problem is when i place ...

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I have a 1995 Olds Aurora and my problem is when i place the key in the ignition and attempt to start it, the security light lights up and the computer in the dashboard says "Clean Key-Wait 3 minutes". I ordered a new key and the same warning comes on. Any help will be greatly appraciated as I am stranded and havent alot of money for repairs. Thank you. My email address is: Customer (name blocked for privacy)@charter.net

Thanks,

M.Browning

Customer (name blocked for privacy)
Status:  Closed   Value: $15
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May 10 2006 at 10:18 AM (19 minutes and 34 seconds later)
         
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Hello!

You most likely have worn or dirty contacts in the ignition lock cylinder. If you look down inside, youwill see2 metal fingers that contact the pellet in your ignition key when it is in the cylinder. these become worn over time and do not make good electrical contact with the key pellet.

you could try using a computer air duster spray can to clean inside the lock cylinder, or possibly reaching some small tool down inside to bend them outward a little to make better key contact if possible. the usual fix is to have the ignition lock cylinder replaced.

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