2003 Oldsmobile Aurora Owner's Manual - Page 82

Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has anumber of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. This light reminds you to activate the theft-deterrent system. To activate it do the following: 1. Open the door. 2. Lock the door with the power door lock switch or remote keyless entry system. The SECURITY light should come on and stay on. Universal Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle has a theft-deterrent alarm system. With this system, if your ignition is off, the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door. 3. Close all doors. The SECURITY light should go off after about 30 seconds. The security system is not armed until the SECURITY light is off. If the SECURITY light stays on or flashes when the ignition is turned on, there is a problem with the system and the vehicle should be serviced. If the SECURITY light comes on for one minute and then shuts off while the ignition is on, the security system has detected a problem. See your dealer for service. I I I I I United States Canada If a door or the trunk is opened without the key or remote keyless entry transmitter, the alarm will go off. Your vehicle's lamps will flash and the horn will sound for 30 seconds. then will go off to save battew power. 2-19