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jhaki, 4 Cylinder, Plymouth, MA, January 26, 2009, 13:46

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I made a copy of my key at a local store and it turned on and then shuts right off..whats up with that??

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  Bret Bodas January 26, 2009, 14:21
  

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  As a theft deterrent, some ignition keys have a microchip in them that needs to be programmed to your specific vehicle. It is possible you have one of these.
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