2000 Silverado Anti-Theft Override

[otis24]

I’ve found a plug in module that will override the VATS (Vehicle Anti Theft System) on 1989-1999 Silverados. Does anyone know of a plug in module to override the VATS on 2000 and newer Silverados? If there isn’t one available I will have my mechanic override it by splicing in a variable resistor.

 

[nthach]

I’ve found a plug in module that will override the VATS (Vehicle Anti Theft System) on 1989-1999 Silverados. Does anyone know of a plug in module to override the VATS on 2000 and newer Silverados? If there isn’t one available I will have my mechanic override it by splicing in a variable resistor.

I believe on the later GMT400s, the VATS is really a magnet in the ignition lock cylinder to prevent someone from popping the lock and using a screwdriver to start the truck.

I know DEI(now Voxx) made a PassVATS bypass for the earlier systems to allow the installation of a remote start system. You have to set the resistance and then wire it in to the car, then to 12V, ground and the remote start’s ground when armed output.

 

[michaelluscher]

 

[jetman]

I did the VATS bypass on my 02 Corvette, bought a pac or resistors off amzn and hard wired at the ignition switch area the correct ohms. Went to the local ole school hardware sore and had a couple of non-resistor keys cut to match my resistor key.