What is a hood pin for remote start?

A hood-pin is a switch which indicates whether the hood of a vehicle is open or closed. Some brands of car alarms and/or remote starters (Autostart, Astrostart etc.) require a working hood-pin in order to access key fob programming and/or feature programming.

Can You remote start a car with a lock key?

Just because you can now start your vehicle with the factory remote, does not mean that you had a factory remote starter before. A lot of newer aftermarket systems can be programmed so that when you press the lock key 3 times, it will remote start. Usually most OEM remote starters will use a combination of presses on two buttons to remote start.

What’s the easiest way to install a remote starter?

The installation I performed did not include wiring of the door lock or door switches circuits since these were already wired to the existing viper alarm. Step 1: Dry Testing the System. It is hyper important to wire up the system at home to a 12volt supply and test all the needed features.

Do you need factory keys for remote starter?

Hi Emily, Some brands of remotes starter (or to be more specific the interface or “bypass” module) used will require 2 Factory keys be present when installing and programming the remote starter on a 2005 Ford Taurus.

What happens when the remote starter does not work?

If they no longer flash when you ask your vehicle to lock or unlock using the remote starter controller, you may be in valet mode. If you can lock and unlock your doors just fine but ONLY the remote start does not work, you may be in valet mode.

What’s the best way to install a remote start system?

The best method is to select a reputable remote start system manufacturer and have it installed by a professional authorized dealer for that product. They have been trained to work with those systems and a quality manufacturer will support both your and the installing dealer (us) in the event there are any concerns or obstacles to overcome.