Hi Mitch, I am the second owner of a 2007 Toyota Corolla. I actually took it back to the shop that installed it and explained to them that its doing the exact same thing it was doing before and draining my battery. Im just wondering if the installer just doesnt want to anything else or I do have to live with the way its setup. Can you please suggest any diagnostic or solutions. the astro start wont work at all. Symptoms: Pressing any button on the remote results in no response from vehicle. I went home grabbed my spare FOB and that did not unlock/disarm the alarm. So i had to leave the vehicle there. The trunk now works correctly but the automatic door locks still dont work. Im still having an issue with mine. Symptoms: Lock and Unlock buttons work as normal, but pressing Start does not produce any response from the vehicle. Jon, we are not able to offer any advice on factory installed units. 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. Sorry about that. Completely at a loss why its not communicating any longer. I have a 2010 Chevy Impala LT My problem is, when I use the remote starter to start the car it fleshes but wont start. Tough to say for sure but try turning the steering wheel had to the left or right while turning the key. Only the TRUNK button is working and opens and closes my trunk even from a distance, but transmitter wont start, lock or unlock my Acura MDX. I wouldnt know specifically what is wrong with your unit. This defeats the purpose of having a car starter when you have to brave the elements to literally put the key in the ignition and turn it to power on everything needed. It came with no transmitter. Most of the time it starts Im just getting these odd failures. Also, when I put my key in to cross over into normal operations, an airbag light on dash remains illuminated, and oil pressure light flashes. Please go to the shop where you had it installed and they should be able to diagnose it for you. It is likely that the runtime somehow got switched and just needs to be put back to something more acceptable like 18 minutes. Its the same on my 2005 accord. He/she will likely need to get back in there and do some work. All functions work fine except starting, the engine will crank for 5 seconds but won't start. I hopee you can Help me whit so little info. Anyway, when I got the car the remote start worked one time then months later I went to use the remote start and it wont work. They do lock and unlock the doors, but when I hit lock, the horn no longer blasts with it. We tried to replace remote battery but problem still persists. I stepped on the brake and it disengaged. 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. Linda, You would need to determine what brand and model remote starter you have you may be able to tell this by looking at the remote. Thanks, Ed, Wen I start my car it start. There is definately a lot to know about this issue. Trunk has not worked for a long time. Ethan thats normal. So its transmitting a signal. Fiddle with the switch tonight, starts working again. You need professional help. trunk hatch goes crazy randomly. I have a Prestige remote starter not a Compustar. It was installed when I bought the truck used by previous owner. It will start, however when I go out start it manually. The primary remote for the first car does not control the 2nd vehicle. I recently bought a vehicle that has remote start function. !Thank you for helping me solve my remote start problem! https://www.mobileedgeonline.com/wp-content/2008/10/remote-starter-tip-of-the-week/ You will need to take the vehicle back to the dealer that installed it. I start the truck and it will not shut off. Sirs, I am at a dead end. Help would be appreciated. Lately the car will start remotely then the engine cuts out within 1-2 seconds. We recommend that you contact the manufacturer. The thing worked like a charm, so I cut it out of the vehicle (literally just cut all the wires) before we scrapped it. Same problem. I have an intermittent problem with a ProStart CT-5472TW command start. I dont know what #2 button people are writing about; I dont have two buttons, I only have one. I lost they keys and had to have a dealership replace the master key after they couldnt tell if it was a chipped key. Sorry, but without having the vehicle here to look over I will be of little help. Will I need to just have this old one taken out and a new one installed? a day later it would not start at all This is something that might incur a fee depending on the situation. TD Direct Investing $300 bonus (code INVESTNOW) on $3k deposit and keep for 2-3 months - ends Mar 1, 2023, Bright WiFi Smart Light Bulbs ($2.99), Smart Plugs ($5.99). Good luck! 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. We do not carry the Valet remote car starter. He said that code would tell what button or spot to check. If you or any of your readers know anything that could help I would really appreciate it. 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. Any thoughts? [Amazon.ca] There is a good possibility that this will correct your issue with the remote starter also. It could also be a bypass programming issue. I tried switching valet mode on/off no change. Is it possible to have this starter to only start the car? 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. When I try the remote is does not work. Please help asap it would be much appriciated. Check the fob, and it showed that it was in remote start running function. You saved me hundreds. 09 Accord Compustar, doors lock and unlock. any ideas? The guy at the install shop said that the lights flashing 15 time is a code, Is this true. If the problem started when the leak occurred, I suspect that the modules got wet. 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. The hood pin we cannot find. Good Morning Whatsoever there is no electricity in da while car but jut the hazard ligth turns on Yes. what should i look for or do , thanks, I used my remote start this morning, drove downtown and parked, my truck is a standard, so it wont activate remote start unless in neutral and park brake on. Ive tried all the trouble shooting suggestions in the manual & nothing works. 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. didnt even know it was autostart equipped! Check with your installer (im sure you have already Sorry)..Probably a simple fix. Is there a switch that may have shutdown automatically for safety when the vehicles hood was opened? Sorry I am late in responding.. My guess is that youve solved this by now In any case, you definitely want to take it back to your installer. I would contact the manufacturer and see if they can help or refer you to a local dealer for assistance. thank you guys. I cant seem to figure out how to reprogram the fob for autostart to work again. Other thank that, it would need to be looked at. I checked it was not in valet mode. Had same issue with remote starter only going into ACC. I have to press the remote start button once than vehicle starts this happens on the first start of the day and when its cold out. I cant figure out what is wrong. The starter is mounted under your dash and it should have a name or model on it. Its hard to say what your issue would be without more information. 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. now i have to stand next to my truck just to get it to start or open locks , i have tried 2 new battery and checked the remote at auto parts stores on there little remote testers o see if its working and it lights up the led , Also i have checked all the plug ins and are fully connected . I believe it went into Valet mode but all the reset instructions do not work (because its a Diesel?) Because all was well even after the oil change up until this moment when the car was parked for about an hour. I would stop using the remote starter until you can get this to a professional for service. Thanks Mike. Today I got the battery replaced and now the remote start doesnt work. Mobile Edge is a retail store located in Lehighton, PA. We ask that you only request an estimate if you are able and willing to bring your vehicle to our facility here in Pennsylvania for installation. I have replaced my remotes batteries but still need to be very close to remite start it. All my connections are soldered, clean and heat shrink closed. Did you find a solution?? I have a Ford Escape XLT Yr. 2008 that has a autostart remote. Also, this button under my steering wheel does not exist because I looked for it at Noon when the sun was at its brightest. Will be looking forward to your reply! Im wondering if it isnt power related. the doors With the remote anymore Any ides? thinking, I started to fiddle around with the buttons of the remote start system, and the hood pin and now: MY CAR KEY WILL NOT TURN ALL THE WAY UP!! ????? Then today my parking lights didnt come on when remote starting. thanks its freezin in ft mac brrr. I had the exact same problem. Hi Mitch. How can i fix this. i am not sure what the problem could be. Check with your installer and they should be able to get it taken care of. I would take the vehicle to a specialist in remote starters and have them rule out the remote starter as the problem. Turns out it was the ground wire to the safety switch. I have a 1999 mazda protege, manual transmission, basic with no power locks, with an Autostart remote starter. Any suggestions on what I could try, or where to find resetting instructions online? Having trouble for some time so removed batteries from starter fob. Is it possible that the system needs to be reset? 1. I would have thought at least 2 or 3 seconds. Was rewired and works like a charm now. Then the other day I went to use it and it would not start. To start the process over the battery has to be unhooked then it will make lights flash and start then die! if i touch the brakes and my locks are making loud click noises like there trying to unlock where should i start troubleshooting ? now when i try to remote start, the truck will run the starter three times, never starts. Everything was working perfectly last week. The car starter remote died but the car alarm that came with the remote start wont stop. not sure of make of unit. Hello, looking for some help. Any ideas? (for example) The parking lights should light and go out but nothing. and then tries to start it with the key, it will start. starts one more time, and then shuts off and doesnt try again. Even if Ive been driving the car for an hour and try and auto start it it still fails. Karie, Id love to help on this, but for something like you are describing, there are way too many variables You really need to go back to the shop that installed it and have them do a troubleshoot on it. So I ended up paying for a brand new starter that I didnt need to use until recently. The truck then starts and dies over and over. (I know you dont deal in autostart remote starters, but still). If I had to guess you have a vehicle that has a transponder key. The installer says this normal for compustar. Its in a 2004 Impala with factory fob for doors and trunk. Mechanic claims this key should start it but wont. Tell him/her to try remote starting it then when it fails to watch the break lights. Learn how your comment data is processed. Monday tried fiddling with the on/off switch I have under my dash. is there a way to reset it? 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. CIBC Spring 2023 Credit card offers, [TD Direct Investing] 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. Also had a 30 amp fuse under dash at remote starter blown. A few days ago the remote start stopped working. I have a Ford Explorer 2007, with a Viper 5904. The transmitter is a 2-way four button with LCD screen. I have Pontica G6 2007. I am not sure what this could be Perhaps change the battery in the remote? Hey Mitch, I have an Astrostart in my 2006 Jeep Grand. Sounds like there is definitely a problem and the shop that installed it should take the time to diagnose it. Let me know if that solves your issue. Hi. However if the issue is with the Compustar remote starter, we should be able to solve the issue if you would bring it in to our facility. Any info would be greatly appreciated, as I have never had autp start before. Wish we could have been more help. The alarm will chirp like its armed but when I open the door with the windows down it does not sound off. The parking lights would quickly flash but no start. Sometimes worked but most times didnt. Jones, I wish I could help you but this would be tough to do without seeing it, esp since it is a manual transmission. Because the Saturn Ion has so many problems starting in the winter I would love to have it working again. This only happens after the car has been sitting for a few hours. Give your installer or the manufacturer a call and see what the procedure is to put it in or out of Valet mode. Recently I had to get a new key made and programmed for my 2003 Nissan Altima bc the mechanic lost the old one. so that is working but not the door locks. Founder of Mobile Edge, technology geek, author, ethical businessperson, avid landscaper, CrossFit enthusiast, master of 3 very cool cats, and very happily married. The panel lights come on and all the accessories work, I hear a solenoid cycle but the car does not even attempt to crank. Yay!!!!!! I just bought a second car and this had a similair antenna on the windshield, it didnt come with any remotes or anything but I thought Id take the spare remote that came with the first car and go through guide for programming a remote on the second car to see if it would work. I have a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee with remote start from the factory. When I try to start the engine, it makes the attempt to start but fails to start. the remote starter informs me system is OK by a single audible beep inside the cab. 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