I recently bought a pre-owned 2010 Chrysler Town & Country that has a factory installed remote start. I would check with the facility that installed it. Hello, I am currently in afghanistan and while being gine i left my 2004 powerstoke with my father. Lights on car blink a few times thats it. We are THAT good! And then I show them what I did. I have a Prestige APS 998, when I remote start it the blower motor does not come on until I put the key in the ignition ans turn to run. Hi mitch, my remote starter was included With The Car, wich i bougth as is Please take it to an authorized Astrostart dealer and explain your situation. 09-05-2015 You need to determine the model starter you have and find an install or user guide for it online. 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)?? Installed it myself. I did research on the web and figured out if I turned the ignition switch from off to the run postion a few times I could get the LED light to flash again but autostart still does not work. Will I need to just have this old one taken out and a new one installed? Pushing the brake without the key in the ignition doesnt kill the truck. To open my car doors, lock my car, open the trunk. My remote starter started my car today, within a few minutes-after I pressed the unlock button to get in- the car just stopped running. I have replaced the batteries in both remotes still nothing . BTW the dealership wanted over a $1000 to fix it! My compustar S028956 remote start turns over 3 times than stops. You seemed very knowledgeable so I was hoping for a possible starting point. Nearly every [], [] My Remote Car Starter Stopped Working ! The car also has an intelligent key. Not much you are going to do to fix that if I am correct. not sure of make of unit. I would consult with the dealer and find out why. Well As is my usual disclaimer Its hard to diagnose something like this in this way. I am sure they will need to charge you for this since they likely did not install it, but with everything you are describing, you need to take it to a professional. Both batteries are good so I dont know what the problem could be. The Ultimate Remote Car Starter Buying Guide. can i test this by wiring the switch out of the loop? The trunk now works correctly but the automatic door locks still dont work. Its very difficult to diagnose something like this without seeing the vehicle. You should contact the starter manufacturer or the bypass manufacturer to determine the proper programming procedure. Mobile edge is proud to offer Compustar at our facility in Lehighton, PA. Browse Compustar remote car starters here. I found the modules under the dash on the driver side and everything is dry. Remote apparatus installed in dash on drivers side is clicking away madly during this behavior, like a switch being turned on and off. Perhaps something as simple as the remotes losing programming Contact your installer and set up an appointment to have it looked at. Make sure this system is correctly interfaced. found the problem today and it did have to do with the wiring. like to pay but paypall not exept, USA ony ??? it started the truck earlier. Having trouble for some time so removed batteries from starter fob. Ive got a solid frame ground. It will do everything else but not unlock my doors. Purchased the car in august. None of the bottoms work (lock,unlock,trunk,start). Hi Mitch My batteries went totally dead on my 2008 Ford F250 Diesel and since then my AST 2way Fm remote start wont function. I bought a Hyundai Santa Fe 2008, A.Transmission, AWD with Compustart JR1600. Never had a problem but just last week it started beeping once about every minute. We also do not offer the Viper brand in our store so i would not be able to help you with the 9 flashes error code. Please keep in mind that requests for technical support must beaccompaniedby the full name of person who originally purchased the starter at Mobile Edge or the original invoice number. i had a mechanic work on the heater core, pullled down the steering column and dashboard. In most cases, this is accomplished by a hood pin switch or a hood tilt switch. I bought a 2009 Pontiac G6 that has an automate remote starter. There is nothing new I the car no service lights or anything. The argument has been is it the dealer or the remote start wiring is not correct. Could this be because of the battery in van being changed? It sounds like its in valet mode but I need help getting it to work. If you press the lock button 3 times the trucks parking light would come on and the truck would stop. My autostart does not work at all anymore, however the lock and unlock functions still work sort of. Also had a 30 amp fuse under dash at remote starter blown. Viper Model, 4X06, Start by remote gives running lights but does not turn over engine. Dont like having to press the Viper 3 times to unlock the doors. Own a 1997 Suzuki sidekick sport 4 door, 44. Hi i have a 2005 Pontiac sunfire here equipped with a viper remote starterthe remote starter always worked fine but after we change the battery on the car it start acting kinda weirdi can lock or unlock the door no problemopen the truckeven start the car but it start and as soon as the engine startedit shut down right awayand it keep on retrying to start each 30 secand the engine is always starting goodbut it keep on shutting down as soon as the engine is started.when i use the key everything works flawlessi think i need to do something to reprogram the device after the car battery change to make it work good like beforeif you have any idea it would be really appreciatethanks for your help in advance. There is a lot going on there and it is likely a programming issue but no way to tell for sure. battery in car died and sat for 2 days after installing a new battery remote doesnt work. You may have a bad transmitter or antenna. Half way BUT before it goes all the way on it shuts down Please help. when I press start, the lights flash 15 times quickly. No one wants to take responsibility or can accurately diagnose the problem. Could you explain better where this switch on that Box under dash is located to find? What I think is my hood on switch wire got broke off somehow and now the led light on the receiver in the car doesnt blink like it usually does but when I press the button it lights up so it has power. There are any number of things that could be causing your issue. This is what a properly installed hood pin looks like. Replacing the hood switch is a simple matter and can be done at most mobile electronics stores. I read through your tips on how to reset it incase I was it valet mode but I dont have a trunk button on it. Can you please give your expert advise. attached on the ring with it has and oval button that when you push it it flashes red. Have you ever heard of this before? I would recommend you check with your installer or call the manufacturer directly. My guess is that the transponder bypass needs to be reprogrammed. Thanks so much for your time!! I dont have an idea what make or model of the remote is. Check your crank time. The VW alarm is not an issue. Please help, I have a similar issue as you, my remote starter was functioning just fine until one day I was trying to do the thing where you start with the key and then remove it while the vehicle keeps running. Causes: A combination of buttons were accidentally pressed, which put the remote in second-car mode. Same problem. 1) When I press the trunk button. 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. Locks work fine too, as does alarm. Hey Mitch I have a 2007 chevy impala with a artic start 2 way remote start,when I press my remote to start the vehicle I get a steady red led flashing on the remote,it wont allow me to unlock or lock the doors either,any suggestions?thanks! 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. My neighbor stopped my 1997 Avlon by using some remote control device. I have a remote starter , was working fine and then one day everything just stopped working. the truck battery is ok. I did this so I could find out how much an entire tank of gas costs. We will not be able to help you fix this without having the vehicle at our shop, but I can tell you that, when a quality remote starter is installed properly in your vehicle, you should have absolutely no issues. I have a 2006 Nissan Sentra and I have had a Python 890 car starter installed since I bought the car. I have a 99 sable about 2wks ago my remote stopped starting my car I changed the battery n it still doesnt work. Please help! Good luck with your problem It shouldnt be anything major! I did get 2 flashes after the initial 3 flashes, which means key in ignition. I start the truck and it will not shut off. Bruce were you able to determine the problem for this? I am thinking about trying to reset system, is that something I can do myself? (started with the key) but kills the engine (after activation) when i remove the key. Thanks, My guess is that the unit is in valet mode read the post! One other possibility is that your mechanic (battery replacement) severed the wire that senses the tach signal Why not likely, it is a possibility. Causes: Someone accidentally pressed the combination of buttons to put the car into valet mode, usually when the remote is in a purse or pocket. not it only blinks the lights when i lock it but no horn and now it wont do anything when i unlock it no lights or anything why? An where can I buy one. If you cannot find it, I would call your installer and have them advise you as to where they put it. A few days later I replaced the battery(twice) and it doesnt do anything, no chirps no lights, nothing. We do not sell Clifford alarms. I have verified that the fuel pump is not cycling. 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. The only problem is that in the morning when I try to remote start my car it doesnt work. When I start using remote starter, the heater or heated seats do not come on. Im wondering if it isnt power related. Any help? It does act like it tries too and by that I mean that it will act like it has a dead battery in the truck. Furthermore when I go to start the car all it does is turning the radio, fan..on but nothing else. It was installed when I bought the truck used by previous owner. (i assumed anti-theft at the time) It likely has lost programming. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Try reprogramming the remote to the system. I dont know what the problem is. again but when you push brake pedal all lights shut down and if you try to drive seems like running on 2 cylinders, all lights flash and vehicle will shut down. Again, this is very rare, but happens from time to time. Application on the connector terminals. I did change the battery in the remote as well so am certain thats not the issue? Like any computer device, sometimes they lose memory. The installer said he has never came across this and the dealership says that aftermarket remote starters do no work with PATS without compromising the alarm system. Interesting! I tried switching valet mode on/off no change. remote is in working order. Im still having an issue with mine. Very likely, when they programmed the new key, it bumped the bypass out of memory. Hi, I recently had my Subaru into the dealer for some engine work. look at this video you will find the answer : My battery had gone flat overnight due to my stupidity leaving the dome light on,,,,,result the remote starter on my keychain does not start my Honda Ridgeline,,,,,however it will lock and unlock the doors,,,,,Thanks, Dave. 8awg wire and the run is only about 5 feet. Check with your installer (im sure you have already Sorry).. HOW TO FIND SOMEONE IN MY AREA TO PROGRAM REMOTE (OTHER THAN HIGH $$ FROM DEALER)? Any possible solutions or ideas will be greatly appreciated!!! I wish I could have been of better help. I looked around the web at different blogs, and found a similar problem. Nearly every call is the result of one of the situations below and iseasilysolved. The remote was in both Valet and Passive mode when all came back on. what do I do, Hi Normally Open and Normally Closed. Ive got a remote starter by auotstar model AS-1725 SH. Im interested to hear what you find. I didnt really pay any attention because I was in a hurry, but I clicked the case shut, grabbed all the pieces and came home. I used the fob to start and it worked but the dash keeps saying that it is waiting for remote 2. i have a astrostart on my 2013 toyota tundra and it worked fine until i took in to some work done on it, now the remote start keeps giving me code 13, if i put the key in the ignition and push the autostart it starts my truck just fine and will stay on if i take the key out but it will not start if the key not in the ignition when i push the button. Can start the car with the key just fine the button just doesnt work at all I replaced the batterys thinking they was to weak but nope not the problem I tried the other key fob we have for spare and still not working. I entered the passive mode UNLOCK+TRUNK UNLOCK, and the remote eas working normally.I have a 2011 Ford F-150. However, I had an aftermaket remote car starter installed prior to me leaving and it recently stopped working /was deprogrammed( by accident??). Hi Mitch, Pauline, I really wish I could help. Thanks Mike! THe tech (whoever that was) hooked up the door lock relay to the wrong wire. Your email address will not be published. We thought it might have to reactivate it through the remote by pressing button 1 & 4 for half a second but it doesnt register, no lights flash. Mitch, I have a 1995 Ford Bronco and a remote starter was recently installed in it. Frustrating when Keyless Remote sometimes fail Mitch, can i download it somwere. If it's idatastart or compustar usually it's just 3 fuses all are clustered together and they all branch off from the main unit. Good luck. 56k was too much car would start but brake pedal was never recognized. Was rewired and works like a charm now. Nothing. Then my lights and heater are stuck on and wont go off, nor can I start the truck. Hello, I would have thought at least 2 or 3 seconds. You saved me a trip of about 1 1/2 hours. Thanks a mil for any advice. The good news: A hood pin is not expensive to replace. my first vehicle The remote just flickers green and red simultaneously. Now I go outside the car and hit the remote to start and it fires up like it should. Then the car needs to be jumped. Each visit to all three shops costing me $$. Why cant the factory key fobs be used to open the doors. Could just be a loose ground or power connection from the remote starter to the ignition harness. Sorry about that. Does the Compustar system have to be disarmed when doing a remote start? Mitch is right, i was having the same problem but the trick is to only hit the lock and trunk buttons for half a second,i kept holding them and got no results.Thanks Mitch. Not a guarantee that this is the issues, but based on your description, it is where I would start. DO you have any idea what it could be. It is possible that the disarm was not wired in properly. Plz help. If the temperature warms up however it always starts like it always did. I have and they dont support it so they cant help me. Try disconnecting the negative battery terminal for 5 minutes. Thanks. For users logging in via Facebook. Mindy, that could be any number of things. I put a brand new battery in it. Lynne, I would need a lot more information in order to offer any advice What kind of vehicle, what make and model Remote Car Starter, etc. hi Mitch, I have compustar one way four button remote starter in 08 highlander and it was working fine and all of sudden crank the engine but didnt get started. Issue was fixed after following tach relearn procedure. I tried your wayand low and behold! Too bad you are so far away from me. Lola, that is very odd. Two months ago we bought a 2013 Nissan Sentra. I have a cm7200 remote starter and it works fine. Feel free to drop in with the vehicle if you are in our area. The primary remote for the first car does not control the 2nd vehicle. 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 would recommend that you locate the local Viper dealer in your market and see if they can help you. thanks Hi! When I bought the car used it came with the astrostart installed already but now I have been having issues with it. any assistance is appreciated !!!! Do you know what would cause this problem. Any suggestions? very useful information and easy to understand. Are there batteries on the responder in the car that need to be replaced also? my problem was exactly as collettes above. my TX60A astro start shuts off after two mins, what could the problem be? Regards. When I try to start the car, it beeps once which after a few seconds should start but then it beeps again 4 times and done. I have a 94 blazer with an astrostart, when I hit any button on my for it sends me back the negative response. I put my jacket on and as I approach the vehicle with keys in hand it shuts off. I had to call for a boost. Ive tried all the trouble shooting suggestions in the manual & nothing works. I checked the fuses and they are fine and the module is getting power. Cheers. push start on remote lights go on car starts then dies. Following some basic work done on the steering wheel at the dodge dealer, the remote starter stopped working. Glad you found it helpful! I just tried the passive, mode, which on mine is LOCK + TRUNK UNLOCK. wait 2 minutesthen its fine. Just a lot of clicking and sounds. These devices can fail over time or be broken if a mechanic leans on them accidentally. We recommend that you contact the manufacturer. My compustar remote start works fine, but when I start my 2012 Nissan Titan with the factory key the compustar system causes the horn to go off repeatedly . Just for future reference: I had problems with my battery going dead about 5 times this year, then I ended up replacing the battery in my ford 2003 excursion 6.8liter v-10 gas and when I hit the remote start it will act like it wants to start but all it does is turn the starter but doesnt actually start the engine but when I start it with the key it works just fine, could it be I just need to reset the remote start- its a ford factory alarm that came with the vehicle. I have pulled the battery out of the remote fob and it makes no difference it still wont shut off. Hi Mitch, Glad we could help you! I wish I could help, but I do not personally know any dealers in your area that I can vouch for. The brake pedal will not shut down the truck, the hood opening will though. My educated guess is that perhaps your battery in your vehicle died for an extended period of time (while in London?) did some cable wire or connector get disconnected from the cm3000 or the tach wire come loose? It also shows on my remote that the engine is running. It now will start the car using the remote and all the lights blink on the car as they are suppose to, and the horn chirps once when I hit lock. Weve gone thru the manual and there is nothing that trouble shoots this problem. Came about today, remote doesnt work. Thank you. Sorry. Lately when I try to start it the lights flash and a click can be heard but nothing happens. All the other functions in the control works well and if I turn on the car with the keys, not have any problem. About a month later, i get the key fob. click, click. Tried the remote start several times in that period and it worked just fine. My limitied troubleshooting ability leads me to believe that the driver side door pin is not being recognized (no dome lights when opening drivers door but works on passengers, back door lock does not auto unlock on drivers side like it does on passenger side) Also, door chime doesnt ring anymore if lights are full on with key out when you open door, and the car no longer honks horn when you double lock. Why? Thank you, my 2011 ford escape the remote starter will lock the doors and and then just beeps 3 times please help bin fighting with it for weeks, I have a crimestopper remote starter on my Chrysler 300 M when temperature gets down to 10 degrees it will not start and keep running my car.Have replaced battery and had starter and alternator checked.The car starts fine with the key,only not using the starter.I have taken it back to dealer who installed numerous times they always blame it on car??? To me this issue sounds like a transponder (Passlock) issue. 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