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Old Nov 9, 2012 | 07:35 PM
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I've had this happen 2 times in the last month. I have a 2005 LS2 Coupe Manual.

I get into the car, push the button, no start up or lights. then maybe 2 seconds later 3 ticks and everything comes alive and the car starts. Prior to this issue I've had Column Lock message, I push the accessary button the car starts.

Any hints? Maybe a loose ground? Help Please
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Old Nov 9, 2012 | 07:54 PM
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Could be a battery issue. How old is the battery?
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Old Nov 9, 2012 | 08:38 PM
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Sounds like the battery needs replacing. The Corvettes of Houston steering wheel lock eliminator for around $100 would be a good investment. It's very easy to install.
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Old Nov 9, 2012 | 09:36 PM
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I will get that same thing. Make sure your foot is on the brake a few seconds before hitting the start button.
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Old Nov 9, 2012 | 11:28 PM
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Originally Posted by KenVette57
I all,

I've had this happen 2 times in the last month. I have a 2005 LS2 Coupe Manual.

I get into the car, push the button, no start up or lights. then maybe 2 seconds later 3 ticks and everything comes alive and the car starts. Prior to this issue I've had Column Lock message, I push the accessary button the car starts.

Any hints? Maybe a loose ground? Help Please
The car is just looking for the fob. There is a million quirks with this car regarding fob placement and detection. So Im sure its normal to a degree. Hell my 2011 GS does the same weird things.
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Old Nov 10, 2012 | 05:37 PM
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Just to save a few bucks, I'll try the brake thing and play with the key fob placement.

The battery was with the car when I bought it in 09 and probably in a couple years before that; Optima Red Top. I think and new battery is in order. Any thoughts on replacement battery? I hear good and bad about Optima.

Thanks
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Old Nov 10, 2012 | 08:28 PM
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Happened to me yesterday in my ZO6...was two dead key FOB batteries. Replaced FOB batteries (2032 from Oreilly's) and it never happened again.
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Originally Posted by KenVette57
Just to save a few bucks, I'll try the brake thing and play with the key fob placement.

The battery was with the car when I bought it in 09 and probably in a couple years before that; Optima Red Top. I think and new battery is in order. Any thoughts on replacement battery? I hear good and bad about Optima.

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I just replaced my Optima RED top that was 5 1/2 years old. It was still working I just thought it was time.
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Originally Posted by Smokin04
Happened to me yesterday in my ZO6...was two dead key FOB batteries. Replaced FOB batteries (2032 from Oreilly's) and it never happened again.
Never thought about this one. I'll be battery shopping today for both FOB battery and a new Red Top and see what happens. Thanks to all for your input
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