Functional Check

1998 Pontiac Firebird V8-5.7L VIN GSECTION Functional Check
After the system has been programmed stand within 20 feet of the vehicle and proceed as follows:
1. Lock all doors by depressing the lock button.
2. Unlock the drivers door and activate the interior lights (unless the interior lights are already on) by depressing the unlock button once.

The interior lights will stay on for approximately 40 seconds or until the ignition is turned ON. The interior lights cannot be reactivated by depressing the lock or unlock buttons until it has timed out.

3. Unlock the passenger door (interior lights should already be on) by depressing the unlock a second time within 5 seconds of the first activation.
4. Release the rear hatch and activate the interior lights (unless the interior lights are already on) for approximately 40 seconds by depressing the hatch release button twice when the vehicle is in park or the parking brake is applied.
5. On vehicles with the content theft security system, activate the horns and lights by pushing the panic button on the key fob.

Push the panic button a second time to deactivate the horns and lights.

Repeat steps 1 through 5 with the second transmitter.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.