Pontiac Grand Am SE: I have a 96 pontiac grand am. The dashboard
I have a 96 pontiac grand am. The dashboard "Theft Light" comes on, the car cranks, but then immediately dies. I talked to a mechanic who said it was probably a bad key or lock and if he had to replace the lock, it would be $300 to $500. Does that sound reasonable and does that sound like the problem? Country: United States Make: Pontiac Model: Grand Am SE Year: 1996 Engine: 4 liter Already Tried: Holding the key in tightly, using 2 other keys. SOLUTION: The problem is most commonly due to a failure in the ignition lock cylinder which houses the passlock security sensor. Replacement cost for the ignition lock cylinder is around $300 at most shops, slightly more at others. Replacing the ignition lock cylinder should fix the problem.