
Take the existing car key and use the VATS Key Reader to display the key number shown here.

IMPORTANT - Before connecting the module, you have to set the VATS key number here. Once the 42-pin extension plug is connected, you will want to connect the bypass module shown here… Once you have removed the 7mm bolt and the harness is disconnected, follow the step-by-step instructions provided by the Extension Plug for connection. For now, I will continue to walk you through the process. To take the harness apart, the 42 pin Extension Plug will come with installation instructions which I highly recommend using. There, you will see the two VATS wire plug-in, shown below. Once you have located the wire harness, you will see a red, 7mm screw in place. Once you remove the electrical plate under the dash, you should be able to locate the orange ignition wire shown here… Thread the ignition wire through the steering column under your dashboard. Once the ignition wire is visible below, you will make your connection.įor this exercise, we’ll be using the 42 Pin Connector while hooking up the bypass module as I will walk you through every step of the way.Īs we discussed earlier. Place the ignition in its appropriate space and thread the ignition wire through the steering column. The first step is to crawl into the vehicle from the inside, under the steering column.

#Chevy vats time out procedure install
Today, we are going to install the bypass module. Install a Gator Bypass Module - Preferred.You have two options when this instance occurs:

Because of its age, something typically breaks in the ignition, and although the key turns, it won’t start the vehicle. This car is equipped with VATS Keys which are outdated. Today we are working on a 1997 Buick LeSabre.
