I suspect it will be an easy fix. I would check the manual or contact your installer. If the car is starting fine with the key then I would tend to look towards the remote starter, but that is not a certainty. What is that and where is that? I can start my VW Jetta 2006 with my remote, but rigth away stop and start again for 3 times, i dont know whats the problem, doors, trunk, alarm work properly. Im away in Europe and unable to turn my ignition all the way up! No fuses blown. 56k was too much car would start but brake pedal was never recognized. It was replaced yesterday and everything started fine when the guy was here, then after he left and I got in to go somewhere, the car would not start. Hi I have a avital car starter in my 97 chevy truck when I got it now it wont work I push start and the lights flash a couple times on the truck whats wrong. So, I guess thats why I am stuck with 4 very expensive shorted out lock actuators and a shorted out window, and no one wants to take responsibility! I wish I had a better answer. I recently bought a car with a prestige aps620 and the light on the keyfob will not stop blinking. hello I have a 2002 ford exployer I have a remote start viper 474v I replace the battery in it how do I reprogram it. -Jones. The vehicle is to old to have its own security system to shut off the pump. Hi Mitch, I took my 2014 Honda CR V to the dealership because sometimes when I put the key in the ignition it would not turnover , dashboard lights would come on, I would have to turn the key several times before the vehicle would start. You likely just need to reprogram the remotes, the module or the bypass. I have a Compustar 2 way remote starter in my 2007 Matrix, just installed in April 2011. It starts and then dies after a second. I had bought and had the car starter installed by Circuit City, but they have gone out of business so the warranty is no good. How can i fix this. Also, many remote car starters will revert to valet mode when the vehicle is disconnected for service. Contact the manufacturer and let them know what your situation is. Held in the button until it flashed, pressed the button 5-7 times, horn sounded, lights flashed, doors locked, etc I can press the remote and the doors lock/unlock fine. If you get a quality remote car starter installed by a professional installer, you will minimize your odds of having problems. Before that, there was never an issue. I have 98 Silverado with a Valet 551R that was installed in 99. Thanks! If that is not possible, I would contact the manufacturer. Hi, I recently had my Subaru into the dealer for some engine work. I only tried starting it the once.and hoping it will start again tomorrow morning. Could the wires on the box under the dashboard, been moved, pulled out or disrupted? Always go to the original installer if possible with issues. Thanks for this great site. Its an Astrostart model RSS-5225. Could you explain better where this switch on that Box under dash is located to find? I think because theyve been in business so long they feel they dont or cant make a mistake along the way. I have a Prestige remote starter not a Compustar. new cam sensor. I have an AST Ultra XR remote car starter. Double check all of your wiring and connections. It is possible that the unit is simply stuck in Valet mode. I can lock and unlock the car, as well as pop the trunk from the key chain, but the car will not start. I have an 09 Malibu, remote start will make lights flash and start engine but immediatly dies! Hi ,I have a valet 474t remote ,still works but have to press the bottoms really hard tomake it work and be at close range ,is thtis normal with time and get a replacement remote unit would do or anything else I can do to make it work better? It is likely that the unit or bypass module needs to be reprogrammed. High mitch, went to start my 1998 monty carlo with an after market remote startthat came with the car when I bought it & it didnt start do to the fact it was -30 below and the battery was to low on power. Check your crank time. Any answer we would offer would be a pure guess. I have an odd issue My wife & son both have CompuStar remote starters on their vehicles. But after 5-6 seconds go by, the engine shits off. The remote died but the car alarm that came with the remote start wont stop. Please help, i have an ultra car starter and it was working fine. When I tried to set it again tonight, it set just fine. Hi Mitch, Until this morning the auto start worked fine. I appreciate your time. any assistance is appreciated !!!! I tried the program again a few days ago, but the box simply doesnt see the remote Youre supposed to flip a little switch, press the brakes (LED flash once), press any button on the remote (LED rapid flash), flip switch back, press brake (LED flash once), it has learned Now Im able to put the box into learning mode, but when I press the remote button the light on the remote flashes but the box does nothing. DO you have any idea what it could be. So its transmitting a signal. my daughters Prostart 6 purchased and installed by Canadian Tire last year on her 08 Honda civic has recently started acting funny. When I tried to start the truck, it would not turn over or attempt to start. Recently I had to get a new key made and programmed for my 2003 Nissan Altima bc the mechanic lost the old one. BBK module/controller. Im not seeing any pattern to this madness. APPLY Dielectric grease (the same as small packets of, Spark-plug Dielectric grease OR Light bulb connection grease, purchased at any auto parts) YOU NOW SHOULD HAVE CONTINUOUS CONNECTION & RELIABILITY No problem. The door lock/unlock still works fine. Give Visions a call. Eventually I must have hit something right for it to turn off but the alarm went off for about four-five minutes. Google the company and see if their tech department can tell you how to get it out of that mode. Thank you! The remote was flashing so i just unlocked the car with my key and the alarm started going off and the car wont start. Everything works fine but the trunk does not unlock. I cant do anything it just flashes no signal. Also the parking lights are staying on for a long time after exiting the vehicle. Thanks. There is no way for me to diagnose you issue with the information provided. I follow the relatively simple instructions in the manual but with no luck. Help, Having trouble for some time so removed batteries from starter fob. Remote apparatus installed in dash on drivers side is clicking away madly during this behavior, like a switch being turned on and off. It took a couple tries to get it to indicate it was out, but now the system is working fine the car is starting by remote and it is due to your trouble shotting guide, which saved me from having to pay to have it looked at.. What gives? I hope this helps. When i push the unlock button it unlocks all the doors instead. You would do this when having service done to your vehicle. Best note and comments that I found in internet about the car remote starter.! I got Pontiac G 5 2007 with factory remote starter installed. Hey Mitch, I have an Astrostart in my 2006 Jeep Grand. Following some basic work done on the steering wheel at the dodge dealer, the remote starter stopped working. I bought a used 2004 Saturn Ion a couple of years ago with a remote start installed. Our team is [Learn More]. Thanks so much! As far as switching it to the Colorado Very likely it is possible If you do, insist on a new harness kit It will cost extra, but it is the right way to do it. I have a 2001 Pontiac Montana with a Prestige APS57 remote start/keyless entry. I wouldnt be able to offer any help with it. i broke my remote for my viper starter,bought a used remote and i can:t get it to work,tried most of the things on the web!but it still doest do anything,the lights come on,blink but the truck doest start,and the door locks dont work either? Transmission & Received wireless reliability, depends on the outside ANTENNA CONNECTION. Hello just want to see if you could tell me why my remote does start the car well actually when I hit the starter the lights come on but will not try to start it could you tell me what maybe wrong thank you very much all i did was change the alternator. It can open and close the doors still tho. Any ideas why this is happening and what I can do to correct it? Maybe this particular truck doesnt do well with a remote starter and thats fine. Ive had the car serviced many times and this has never happened before. What do I need to do? Not sure if you can help with this or not. Dealer that installed it is also gone. I heard my truck fire up outside, however when I went out just a few minutes later it had shut off. The lights flash like they suppose to do but nothing happens. On a 2007 Honda Accord. Denver Colorado Mike, We are unable to offer technical assistance for installation related issues. my 05 nissan maxima used to sound the horn and blink the lights when i locked the car and it would blink the lights when i unlocked it. VERY tough call.. I have had it for three years and it has always worked fine. And the unlock and lock work but it doesnt unlock the actual door any ideas wat it can be. I know he could have halted many areas. Weve disabled the alarm speaker so I cant hear it but its still going off and my park lights blink and my car clicks every 5 seconds. So of course the remote starter stopped working. Note that, in some cases, a tilt switch is used in lieu of a hood pin. Good luck! DONT PANIC! Have a compustar remote start doors unlock and lock but when I hit remote start does nothing. Sorry. Patty. continuous mode works, the parking lights come on to signify its activation. Half way BUT before it goes all the way on it shuts down hi i have a toyota pickup 1995 i installed a one way compustar starter alarm combo when i pull the emergancy brake remove the key and exit the truck the blue light stars flashing in the truck witch is normal i try the remote starer 10min later it works fine but its only after an hour or 2 the when i try to start it that i get 3 flashes then 7 flashes from my lights on my truck and the blue LED light in the truck is still flashing as normal so i dont get why the blue LED is still flashing like its good to go but wont start. battery in car died and sat for 2 days after installing a new battery remote doesnt work. I put my jacket on and as I approach the vehicle with keys in hand it shuts off. That said, if everything else is functioning properly, it could be that you have just put it into some sort of silent mode. Thanks. Last winter, it stopped working and I have not been able to get it to work since. I noticed one more thing, there is one small valet switch installed on the front window just near the reae mirror and usually it flashes blue light but this time its doing nothing. You know, the old eruuun, eruun click. Questions about insurance for your new home? And all they will do is short out again unless the wire is correctly installed. i. I have unhooked the battery for 1/2 hr. We do not offer that brand. Two months ago we bought a 2013 Nissan Sentra. You should go back to the original installer and have them reprogram it. When using key car starts no problem. Even after a few tries. I went to remove any stickers or debris from the windshield itself and removed the antenna for a remote starter. When I try the remote is does not work. I have a 2004 Acura tsx and I had a remote starter put on by a proffenial about Tks. need the help thnx. Now the radio (which has navigation) doesnt light up. I get home and try to lock the doors and I have no signal on the remote. This is not a brand we offer. Not sure how a couple of these comments slipped past me. Thank You from the NH Seacoast. when I finally got the car running later that day the remote start wouldnt work any more. Find out what model you have and then Google how you put it in and out of valet mode. The tilt switch had a corroded wire. Just had a remote starter (just a starter doesnt unlock doors or do anything else) installed in my 2010 GMC Sierra and it works as it should, but the vehicle has no sounds now. I have a 2006 Nissan Sentra and I have had a Python 890 car starter installed since I bought the car. Typically, there are 4 programming spots for remotes in memory. This is a 2002 Chevy Blazer with an aftermarket Premier remote start system (dealer installed). I have an automatic vehicle. I have rectified that and now it works like new. We have done dozens of installs on your vehicle throughout the years (today marks 22 years that we have been in business) and have not had issues. I haves 95 geo prizm and hooked up a compustar remote Evan, It is possible that the remotes just need to be reprogrammed. if this is an install that we did originally, please call us to set up an appointment for us to troubleshoot the issue at no charge. Problem is, no one but a viper dealer would know and not one dealer has been helpful once they found out the problem! I did change the battery in the remote as well so am certain thats not the issue? My remote for the starter fell apart the other day and I accidentally pushed a bunch of buttons trying to put it back together and I guess I must have activated the panic or alarm mode. Put a new battery in 2005 minivan. Lately when I try to start it the lights flash and a click can be heard but nothing happens. I can lock and start my vehicle. Is there anyway I can protect my self against this? Q? This is annoying because, after using remote Bm we then need to use remote A to stop car A and car B will continue to run. When I try to start the engine, it makes the attempt to start but fails to start. Hi Mitch! Should I feed the starter with an individual cable from battery?, if so, which gauge should it be? If I am understanding you correctly, I would recommend that you use one of the remote to fill up all 4 spots on one car and the use the other remote to fill up the 4 spots on the other car. Remote is fully functional but when I tried to remote start, Lights blink once and the car does not start. So I went back to the installer and he set the correct option for the trunk. When I try to start it with the key, it doesnt even attempt to start. it started the truck earlier. When I returned to the truck, the remote would not work at all. Tough one Im assuming that the power door lock work when you press the switch on the door? Sunday (today), my car would not start again so I tried to turn it on manually. in some cases, remotes need to be programmed by the installer in which case you will need to find an authorized dealer for your product in your area. I recently bought a pre-owned 2010 Chrysler Town & Country that has a factory installed remote start. Replacing the hood switch is a simple matter and can be done at most mobile electronics stores. Battery is fine, lights, heat and everything runs, just wont start. Thanks. Without this, a mechanic could be seriously injured if the vehicle was remotely started while they were working on it. Provided the system is aftermarket usually they have a system in place to tell you the error code. I have replaced the battery in the remote unit and the truck as well. My theory is that I have a blown fuse on my remote start harness probably for the running lights but I havent looked into it. The big thing is, it only cranks for 0.5 seconds(When it fails). it has a call symbol on it now ???? I have a Compustar RF-2WG5-SH-S the 2 way remote I have was showing red when I press any of the buttons. Im interested to hear what you find. it ran fine all last winter. when I press start, the lights flash 15 times quickly. Which is a pain when I only want to get into the trunk and have to remember to relock the doors. Most of the time it starts Im just getting these odd failures. I dont have an idea what make or model of the remote is. Wish we could have been more help. Memory flash? The other day I put the key in the ignition and put it in accessory mode and hit the start button on the remote and the car started. More and more frequently it will start run for a few seconds then shut off. It turns up only to the position where the battery light comes on but not the start position, when all the control lights come onI susspect, Ive triggered some kind of antitheft block or somethingANY ADVICE ON HOW TO RESET IT ALL, SO THAT AT LEAST I will be able to start the car with my IGNITION KEY like it was able to, just a day ago?? When trying to start the car the engine only turns for a very quick duration, but doesnt seem to be long enough to start the car, so the car electronics turn on, but the car does not start. i have a viper alarm system i had recently installed some new led tail lights accidently wired it backwords but they were working fine so i connected everything back normal how it should be and now i try to turn on my remote start like it turns lights and everything for like a second then shuts off and dosent turn on the car or nothing my control sends back a response saying it didnt turn oncould it be my brake light switch or something got messed up and need to be replacedunlock and lock still works my security system just to remote start acts up. I have a 2004 avalanche pickup with a Valet 562T Remote start. But I feel these people have been screwing me over all this time instead of admitting its just not working in hopes of keeping a good reputation. IF I get into the car, start it, then shut it down, lock the doors and THEN try the remote start, it works EVERY TIME. Thanks I have autostart model AS-1755 installed on my 2008 Nissan Versa. Thanks, Dennise. My vehicle is not in valet mode. The parking lights would quickly flash but no start. All my connections are soldered, clean and heat shrink closed. I have a 2nd remote that wasnt programmed that Id like to program but am having difficulty doing that because the alarm is still going off. Which means. Pushing the brake without the key in the ignition doesnt kill the truck. When I held the two down together for only a 1/2 second, it worked. I put a brand new battery in it. Symptoms: Pressing ANY button on the remote results in no response from vehicle, only red lights on remote. Also check to your tach settings and crank time if applicable. hi my fathers remote start worked fine for awhile but now it wont, all it does is turn all the lights on clicks like it sounds like its going to start but never does, what could be wrong? (started with the key) but kills the engine (after activation) when i remove the key. I took it in to a remote car starter installer to have a look at and they were able to stop the car alarm portion from going off, but they now tell me my remotes for the starter dont work they dont think they are factory but after market. Your dealer should be able to reprogram this very easily. The car still locks but sometimes within minutes, sometimes within hours the remote beeps twice and says the doors have been opened (the doors dont unlock though). Your suggestion would be appreciated. Might be in valet mode. You saved me hundreds. Viper SmartStart is a clever solution that combines the functionality of your vehicle's key fob with your cell phone. Hi I have a 2016 elantra and had hyundai install their remote but I cannot start it!? I have the model with the switch under the driver side I flip it opposite and then nothing flashes nor starts and flip it back then it does flash and trys to start several times also next to the switch it has a black pin up can push in I dont know whats that for I press it hold it but doesnt seem to do anything, I bought the car with it in there and the guy is in the us forces and cant locate him what can I do to fix it myself I have no money please help. I have a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee with remote start from the factory. Car looked like it reacted to the switch, remote worked for the day. The starter is mounted under your dash and it should have a name or model on it. It would do the same with the remote until recently. I can only unlock the door manually and as soon as I open the door, the alarm goes off until I put the key in the ignition and start the car? i replace the battery but nothing happens, turned out i trashed the reciever on the dash because i had no idea what it was for. I researched the causes, and one of them was the lack of gasoline. I have an Auto mate 1513A-7351 car starter that was installed from the Hyundai dealer (installed in a 2016 Elantra) it worked great until recently.. it has a screen so I charge it at home when the battery was low but all of a sudden it will not turn on the car or open or close the doors. Good luck. Check with your installer (im sure you have already Sorry).. Thanks. When I went to unlock my doors with the new remote, the panic alarm set off and WOULD NOT turn of, I couldnt even start my car it would not let me. All works great, except that recently my auto-headlight feature stopped working, lights stayed on and battery dies. It only starts in that mode and I dont know why. Apr 21, 2008. I have a 2008 Dodge Charger R/T with a remote start that was installed before I bought it from the dealership. My compustar remote is a 2WG9R-SP. Hi Guys , thanks for the little tutorial on trouble shotting, I have a remote starter/alarm combo in my truck, the manufacturer of that system actually has a trouble shooting guide and what the light blinks are indicating which make it easy to trouble shoot. We would not be able to offer any advice on a dealer installed option. I should add that I have attempted to get in contact with the shop that installed it. If not, I would make sure that it is not in valet mode This is set differently with different Makes of remote starters so you would have to check your owners manual If that does not solve the issue, I would contact the place that installed it and see what they have to say about it I doubt that it is anything major. We have not offered Astrostart for almost 8 years so I will not be much help on this. Thanks for posting. I finally did get to the installer today and a programming change was needed. Make sure the starter has constant power and not switched power. The car also has an intelligent key. I have a Autostart AFAS1272 manual install from 2013. We have this exact Compustar remote which came installed in our 2006 ford fusion. ?, thanks for your help. Theres no place that works on command stat within 3 Hours of where I live so any help would be nice. And immediately the starter drained my battery and Ive had to get several jumps because of it. Regards Other thank that, it would need to be looked at. I do not know the type as this is a second hand vehicle i just purchased. Any suggestions? Remote Starter engine cranks but wont start, Display posts from previous: All postsLast dayLast 7 daysLast 2 weeksLast monthLast 3 months6 MonthsLast year, Sort by AuthorPost time He/she will likely need to get back in there and do some work. Other times it starts just fine. PROBLEM: when starting vehicle with key, or with remote fob, all lights come on and flash for several minutes in short series, dimming dash lights in process. Turns out it was the ground wire to the safety switch. that should give you a few area facilities that you can contact to get your vehicle in for diagnosis. All the doors unlock then the trunk opens. The keyless entry doesnt work either. I found a small black button with a red light behind the coin drawer where the fuses are and held it in to possibly reset the valet mode. Let me know how you made out. That is not a brand that we offer. Fiddle with the switch tonight, starts working again. See more content filed under ARTICLES, Remote Car Starters or tagged with Compustar. If it doesntI will let you know otherwise THANK YOU! Tuesday I went to start my car and I saw the lights turn on and fade off. After that, you would really want to have someone take a look at it. Mike, That is a tough one. I will bookmark your web site and take the feeds also? I then used the remote start as suggested. Worked fine the first day on Monday. On putting back the battery, the remote wouldnt work fine again. It always starts when using the key. It worked this morning when I left for work, then two hours later when I went out to my car, nothing. Why doesnt my vehicle start without the key in ignition when I remote start. Try reprogramming the remote to the system. If the remote is accidentally placed into second-car mode, it will not start or operate vehicle #1. Helpp i dont know whats wrong!! Have a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado with a nustart 1500 installed in it, worked fine up until last week lock and unlock buttons work but when i press the start button no lights flash but its like its turning the key on and off on and off because i can hear the blower motor come on and go off it will do these a couple times and then it locks the doors and nothing? Then my lights and heater are stuck on and wont go off, nor can I start the truck. I plan to take it back to the dealer to have them fix whatever the problem is, i just want to have an idea of the issue before i go back in. Hi Mitch I have a 4 channel pusuit series remote starter on my 2006 Nissan titan. Allrightsreserved. I replaced them but I still have the same problem, will not unlock or lock doors or start vehicle. I would definitely take it to an authorized Compustar dealer for diagnosis. I contacted Directed (Viper) and explained the situation. When i press the lock then start it sounds like its going to start but then doesnt. Plug key into ignition, turn it on, press (car start button) chirps 7 times means: manual transmission setting is . HI, so after my battery died I managed to get the alarm to work but everything seems to be out of whack. I guess it was the alarm all along. Plz help. The other remote is missing a battery, so I cant try it. Question on an Avital 4103 that stopped starting the car (2008 Honda Accord). The Ultimate Remote Car Starter Buying Guide. I would have thought at least 2 or 3 seconds. Id guess that it is a defect in the remote, but I would contact the manufacturer directly. the picture on it constantly shows the doors are unlocked, even after I push the lock button and it actually locks the doors It locks and unlocks the doors and starts the car, however I always have to go check to see if it is running because the remote doesnt show that either and doesnt show time remaining before it turns off. So I took it to a shop per the dealership request that specializes in installing remote starters after having the battery check and finding nothing wrong with it and was told and showed the poor job someone else did previously. wait 2 minutesthen its fine. Starting 2 years ago, the remote doesnt beep but it still opens closes door starts engine and flashes as confirmation as normal. Thanks for any input, i hope to hear back from you! Cause: In most cases, the under-hood pin switch is broken or corroded. I have Pontica G6 2007. Im wondering if it isnt power related. Its a 4 button fob we do not use the lock or unlock buttons . Thank you for making these posts available, and for actually responding to people questions in such a timely manner. Have you got a simple fix for this? Is that correct? It worked fine for a year, and now this happensany suggestions as to taking it to the installer (because the remote starter may need to be adjusted) or taking it to a car repair shop (because the actual starter on the car is not working)?? Be sure that it is in the on position. Whatsoever there is no electricity in da while car but jut the hazard ligth turns on thanks its freezin in ft mac brrr. A few days later I replaced the battery(twice) and it doesnt do anything, no chirps no lights, nothing. If you cannot find it, I would call your installer and have them advise you as to where they put it. I wish I could be of more help, but this is beyond the scope of a quick email or comment. Still, no car lights or horn honk when we try anything. Hi Mitch. Now Ive paired the remote and lock/ unlock/ trunk work. Thanks!! Mike. After little, very little! I didnt know at the time that this causes the remote start to become disabled. They should be able to solve this issue for you. Installed it myself. Thats a tough one Could be any number of things. i just got a replacement remote because my buttons were only working half the time and i got the remote programmed to lock/unlock but for some reason it just wont start, i checked and its not in valet mode and i am not entirely sure how to program it to start up, My battery went dead in my Infiniti so i gave it a jump, now my remote start wont work, it cranks but it wont start. Awesome Kelsey! no start. I would bet its a Passlock issue. It is winter and really cold where I live and not happy about going outside in the cold to start my truck. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Worth a shot. Sounds like your remotes need reprogramming.. So I tried my second one and it will only work if Im right beside the car. If I recall, 2 minutes is the shortest run time for Astrostart. It should be something they can fix for you. The installer says this normal for compustar. Feel free to drop in with the vehicle if you are in our area. My guess is that if he lets it sit for a while (hour?) Thanks, marin. Check with your installer (im sure you have already Sorry)..Probably a simple fix. Any idea how to reset to auto? the tint I used has metallic in it and thought maybe it was interfering with the signal. like to buy the remote starter guide, but cannot order it. If it was purchased elsewhere, we would still be able to help but there would be a fee for our time. Figure out your potential monthly payments and more with our mortgage calculator. Symptoms: Pressing any button on the remote results in no response from vehicle. Find the brand of the remote starter and google it. the blue light also stopped flashing. I have a 2004 avalanche that has a viper remote start I dont know the model but I had to disconnect my battery and when I re-connected it the remote start and door locks stopped working.
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