Lights flash and horn blowes when I try to start

1997 KIA SEPHIA
68,000 MILES
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ISLANDBOB4039
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It used to be when starting in cold weather, now it is happening most of the time. when I turn the key to start the headlights flash and the horn blows in short quick bursts. It usually stops right away, except in cold weather. Then I must play with the key, or remove it. Also I jumped started the car, and now I dont have a radio. am fm only cheap stock radio The fuse is good. Both problems did not happen at the same time. Thank you for your help.

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Aug 5, 2013 at 9:39 AM
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KHLOW2008
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The security system is malfunctioning and you need to check for poor wiring connections which is being affected by the weather.
Aug 5, 2013 at 11:02 AM
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ISLANDBOB4039
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I had the car since 1998 with 7000 miles I had no idea I have a security system. How can I get an owners manual, and will this info be in there? I have worked on this car many times over the years. (changed rear brake drums wheel cylinders, front calipers, rotors, and the slave cylinder for the clutch.) I have no idea even where to look for this system.


thank you island bob 4039
Aug 6, 2013 at 4:11 AM
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KHLOW2008
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The schematic shows the location of the control and radio is within the circuit.
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Aug 6, 2013 at 7:08 AM