Faulty chevy cobalt ignition

A nice simple answer, you can't. Think of it this way, the car doesn't know you are the owner, and it is there to stop exactly what you are trying to do. You have two computer ECM and BCM, plus the antitheft module and a number of sensors all trying to stop you. All you have to do is the re-learn procedure. Plan B is an auto electrician or alarm / radio installer or auto locksmith.

30 Minute Re-Learn Procedure

1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
2. Attempt to start the engine, then release the key to ON (vehicle will not start).
3. Observe the SECURITY telltale, after approximately 10 minutes the telltale will turn OFF.
4. Turn OFF the ignition, and wait 5 seconds .

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remove the physical key? or make the IMMO lamp happy the lamp tell you good or bad.
what is stuck into what.?
door
ignition key slot.
does ignition key turn in slot? to run?
if Securty lamp glows it will not start. the engine.
the came with 2 keys that work, try the 2nd yet.?
the glove box users guide covers all this, I will paste the page link now
IMMO is called PASS-KEY-III+
page 94 (pdf) read
here free


https://www.manualslib.com/manual/27233/Chevrolet-2008-Cobalt.html?page=94#manual

Try jumping/boosting the vehicle, all of the above will still work with a weak/low battery but the starting system takes a lot of amperage to turn over the engine. If you only left the keys in the car and no lights on or anything running why would it not start if it was starting correctly before??? Whats happened since the car was last started?

if nothing happens when you turn the key the problem is most likely the ignition switch and housing(had mine replaced 3 times already. firstr time at 12,000 miles) what you can try is hit key with rubber mallet while trying to turn but this would only be to get it started so you can drive to a chevy dealer(dont waste your time at any old repair shop for this). Hope this helps.

Are you saying that the key will not turn in the switch?

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it may be your starter or flywheel, as far as the engine light I would take it to a parts store and let them scan it.

There is a TSB on this issues if your having ignition lock issues.
Service Information
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | Cobalt, G5 (VIN A) Service Manual | View All Bulletins | Document ID: 2325129
#09-02-35-005: Ignition Key Difficult to Remove, Ignition Key Binds or Sticks in Cylinder (Replace Ignition Cylinder) - (Aug 10, 2009)

Subject: Ignition Key Difficult to Remove, Ignition Key Binds or Sticks in Cylinder (Replace Ignition Cylinder)

Models: 2008-2009 Cadillac CTS (Built Prior to VIN Breakpoint 90163371)

2005-2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (Built Prior to April 14, 2009)

2006-2009 Chevrolet HHR (Built Prior to April 14, 2009)

2007-2009 Chevrolet Equinox (Built Prior to July 2008)

2005-2006 Pontiac Pursuit (Canada Only)

2006-2009 Pontiac Solstice (Built Prior to April 14, 2009)

2007-2009 Pontiac G5 (Built Prior to April 14, 2009), Torrent (Built Prior to July 2008)

Attention: This bulletin only applies to vehicle equipped with automatic transmission.

My cobalt turns over but doesnt start up and i dont know whats wrong with it to get it fixed.

now what it sounds like is the key has a sensor built in it the keys cost around 60.00$ but this is most likely what is wrong. the sensor is a security feature with the car if the light glows while trying to turn the car then this your problem :)

try everything at once if you can wiggle gear shift step on brake and turn wheels on the steering wheel if possable wiggle it too.. and then try to get the key out while doing this .. which you might have already done .. not sure. holler if you need help Jerry