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Asked: Nov 07, 2009 - 05:18 PM

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Garage says security code is why car won't start. Need your help. 98 Buick LeSabre.

Went to Walmart 20 mile drive, Car was fine, had them change oil. When I returned to pick it up I was told car would not start and they had to push it out of the garage area. They had tried to start it so much my battery was dead. Had to get a tow truck and took to my mechanic. Car will not start, not even a sound when trying to start, all inside works radio, power windows, horn, wipers. The garage has had the car for 3 days, they tried to over ride the security system NO LUCK, tried different key, everything they can think of. He does not have the scanner to retrieve the code he said, must tow again to dealer, $100-$150 for dealer to scan. Can any one help with the code or a way to bypass the security system. I haven't been able to go to work this is the only car I have.

In Makes & Models > Buick > LeSabre
In Maintenance & Repair > Engine > No start
In Car Accessories > Security System > Car Alarms
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0patience

Date: Nov 08, 2009
Time: 02:10 PM

First thing we need to know is what is the voltage of the battery.
If it isn't at least 11.3V, then the solenoid may not want to engage.

Did the mechanic check power to ALL fuses?
It is quite possible that in all the attemtps to start the vehicle, a fusible link has been blown.
These all need to be checked.

I have to ask though, if you have your mechanic, why don't you use him to change your oil, instead of where you went?

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dake55y57

Date: Nov 08, 2009
Time: 09:05 PM

I was in a hurry and knew I needed an oil change and for the convience and to save time I had Walmart do it while I bought groceries. Plus it seemed like an ok choice at the time!!!! Who knew this was going to happen, I never thought an oil change could screw up my car. Yes the battery is at 13, all power componets in the car work.

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