Why is the Check Engine light on my remote start?
Thanks. The last mention about the Check Engine Light being on is the key. You should have the computer scanned and tested to see why the Check Engine Light is on. The codes can be the reason the remote start is not working. The remote start will not work if another system is causing the lock out for the remote start to be active.
What to do when your remote start wont work?
When my remote start wouldnt work, I started cruising forums but didnt get far. My remote start would not start car. I would hit the lock button then the start button twice and then the lights would flash twice. It turns out that I had 2 OBD codes in memory and the check engine light was off.
Why does my remote starter not come on?
Everyone keeps saying its the check engine light thats causing the remote starter to not work but how can this be the case when the light only comes on AFTER a remote start failure. I believe its actually the remote start failure that is the cause of the check engine light in many cases.
Why does my Remote stop turning the lights on?
The battery is new and I checked another remote but they just don’t start it anymore. There would be locking and unlocking as well as turning the lights on but no command start. Also, about a month ago, the dashboard showed check engine light on. What do you think happened here and how can I fix it? Thanks.
Thanks. The last mention about the Check Engine Light being on is the key. You should have the computer scanned and tested to see why the Check Engine Light is on. The codes can be the reason the remote start is not working. The remote start will not work if another system is causing the lock out for the remote start to be active.
Why is the remote start on my car not working?
If the ‘Check Engine Light’ or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is illuminated, the remote start system will not work. Don’t panic, one of the reasons the MIL can illuminate is due to a loose gas cap!
The battery is new and I checked another remote but they just don’t start it anymore. There would be locking and unlocking as well as turning the lights on but no command start. Also, about a month ago, the dashboard showed check engine light on. What do you think happened here and how can I fix it? Thanks.
Why does my Sierra remote start not work?
I have a 2014 sierra with a factory remote starter. Recently when I try to start the truck cold it does not work but if I start with the key and run for a while the remote start works and continues to work as long as the engine is warm. Going back to the dealership tomorrow to get it looked at again.
What happens if the Check Engine Light is on?
If the check engine light is on, it will disable the remote start system. I have a 2010 Chevy Equinox that had the same problem the remote starter would not work and the check engine light came on. My mechanic found out that I did not have the right amount of voltage going to my vent valve. Which is located down by the gas tank.
Why did the remote start on my chevrole stop working?
Remote start quit working, check engine light on chevrole… My car has gone 80,000 miles. The remote start stopped working. It worked the day before. It might or might not have something to do with my checking the air filter. In order to get better access to the screws, I took the tube off, the one connecting to the air box.
If the check engine light is on, it will disable the remote start system. I have a 2010 Chevy Equinox that had the same problem the remote starter would not work and the check engine light came on. My mechanic found out that I did not have the right amount of voltage going to my vent valve. Which is located down by the gas tank.
Why does my remote start quit working on my car?
Nevertheless, the remote start quit working. The battery is new and I checked another remote but they just don’t start it anymore. There would be locking and unlocking as well as turning the lights on but no command start. Also, about a month ago, the dashboard showed check engine light on.
What should I do if my remote starter is not working?
But what you need to do is each time before you plan to use your command start, whether it is the night before, (if you plan to remote start in the morning), disconnect then reconnect your battery before going inside for the night and your command will work for first run. Tedious but works.
Nevertheless, the remote start quit working. The battery is new and I checked another remote but they just don’t start it anymore. There would be locking and unlocking as well as turning the lights on but no command start. Also, about a month ago, the dashboard showed check engine light on.
Why does my check engine light stop working?
I believe my manual for the 16 Colorado mentions that if the check engine light is on or fuel level too low (warning light is on), the remote start gets disabled. What codes are you getting? It happened to me once, when I reinstalled my catch can after my last free oil change where I had unplugged my MAF sensor.
Everyone keeps saying its the check engine light thats causing the remote starter to not work but how can this be the case when the light only comes on AFTER a remote start failure. I believe its actually the remote start failure that is the cause of the check engine light in many cases.
Remote start quit working, check engine light on chevrole… My car has gone 80,000 miles. The remote start stopped working. It worked the day before. It might or might not have something to do with my checking the air filter. In order to get better access to the screws, I took the tube off, the one connecting to the air box.
If the ‘Check Engine Light’ or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is illuminated, the remote start system will not work. Don’t panic, one of the reasons the MIL can illuminate is due to a loose gas cap!
What to do if your remote start isn’t working on 2017 Ford truck?
Members of a Ford F-150 forum give him suggestions to get him back on the road. An owner of a 2017 Ford F-150 posted on a forum site that he was having trouble getting his remote start to work on his King Ranch. He asked “I’m getting the red blinking light on my FOB when I try to remote start. Truck is only 3 weeks old. Tried both FOBs.
Why is my remote start light not working?
The hood is ajar, a CEL light is on, fuel too low, battery too weak, etc etc. To determine what has been happening you’ll need a Tech2 or similar scanner to dig into the BCM and PCM to find the Remote Start Disable History.
Press and hold the foot brake down. While keeping your foot on the brake, press the remote start button on your remote control for 2.5-3 seconds. Your parking lights will flash once. Turn off your vehicle’s engine and remove the key from the ignition. Retry remote starting your vehicle using your Compustar remote.
What causes a car to refuse to remote start?
The hood is ajar, a CEL light is on, fuel too low, battery too weak, etc etc. To determine what has been happening you’ll need a Tech2 or similar scanner to dig into the BCM and PCM to find the Remote Start Disable History. The BCM list has as many as the 8 most recent reasons for refusing to start.
How to troubleshoot parking light flashes on remote starter?
Parking Light Flashes | Troubleshooting Your Remote Starter 1 Remove the key from the ignition. 2 Make sure all doors are fully closed. 3 Make sure the hood and trunk are also closed.
What does the remote start disabled light mean?
It’s the remote start that messes up…starts the car from outside then 10 Sec’s the ignition turns off weather I’m in or out of the car. I get a message that says “remote start disabled, turn car on to reset” I do that and the yellow check engine light comes back on every time and the remote start stil goes on then off.