Installation Guide
P. 31
Alarm: Make sure the module is able to arm and disarm.
Troubleshooting
Poor
Transmitting
Range
In order to ensure optimal range, the antenna should be installed at least 7.5 cm (3 in.) from the
roof – 2.5 cm (one inch) below the tint strip is generally the best location. Install the antenna as far
as possible from radio antennas, GPS, Onstar® or factory compasses.
Many factors may affect the operating range of the transmitter. Some of these are:
1.
The condition of the battery in the transmitter.
2.
The operating environment (for example: downtown radio-frequency noise, airports, cellular phone
towers…)
3.
Metal: any type of metal will affect operating range. This includes the metal in the car.
4.
The shape of the vehicle can affect range as well; vans in general have an especially poor range.
5.
The shape of the roof and A-pillars brings about considerable radio-frequency deflection (in this
case the signal from the remote control). As a result, the direction in which the vehicle is facing in
relation to the remote control can affect the range. Straight on – standing in front of the vehicle –
generally gives you the greatest range; the second best performance is from the back. Using the
remote control from either side of the vehicle will usually give the lowest range.
6.
The range will be significantly lower in a crowded parking lot than in open space.
7.
Always hold the transmitter high, approximately at shoulder height. Holding the transmitter against
your chin will also increase your range: your head acts as an antenna.
8.
The operating range will be somewhat lower on vehicles equipped with an aftermarket or factory
alarm.
9.
Windows and windshields tinted with lead or metallic tints will decrease the operating range.
10.
The antenna cable may have been cut and/or is grounded out on the chassis. Try using another
cable.
11.
The receiver may be faulty. Try replacing it with another.
Troubleshooting
Q
&
A
The following are some common installation related issues.
A problem or symptom is given and then possible solutions and/or suggestions as to areas to verify are
enumerated.
1.
I cannot program the remote control.
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Do the parking lights come on when you open the hood? (Does the hood pin work?)
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Is the antenna plugged in?
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Does the light on the remote control turn on when you press the button?
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Is the Ignition wire connected properly?
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Are you waiting too long between programming steps?
¾
After flashing the hood pin turn the key to ON, wait 2 seconds.
¾
Turn the key OFF, ON, OFF then keep pressing the LOCK button repeatedly until you get 5 light flashes
from the module.
The entire process should take less than 20 seconds.
2.
The car won't start by remote.
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Does the light on the remote light up when you press the button?
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Is the starter in valet mode?
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Does the vehicle have passive antitheft security (PATS, VATS, PASSLOCK, TRANSPONDER)?
3.
The starter motor cranks for 8 seconds but the car won't start.
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Are you on the correct ignition wire?
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Does the car have more then 1 ignition?
4.
The car cranks briefly then quits.
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Have you bypassed the passive security (PASSLOCK, PASSKEY III, PATS...)?
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Have you adjusted tach?