Why is my Smart Start beeping?
Beeping or Clicking Sounds You may hear beeping from your device, which means it’s time to take a test. While you’re taking your test, you’ll hear a click sound from your device that signals the end of your test.
Do interlock devices malfunction?
Since all of our devices meet or exceed the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) model specifications for ignition interlock devices, a true malfunction is unlikely. Our IIDs undergo strenuous conformance testing to ensure they are reliable, accurate, and precise.
What happens when you fail Smart Start?
The device will TEMPORARILY LOCKOUT for ONLY 15 minutes. This can happen before you start your vehicle OR after you start the vehicle and then fail 3 RE-TESTS! During this 15 minute lockout the device will not allow you to re-test. A 15 minute Lockout may require you to return for service.
Why is my interlock beeping?
Here’s how they work: Your IID will beep: While you’re driving, your ignition interlock device will beep when you need to provide a breath sample. There is a time delay of several minutes to give you time to pull over if you need to for your safety. The tests can be done while driving as well.
What is a lockout violation?
Violation lockout is a state by which you have exhausted all of your violation points. If you see a series of numbers following your “VIOL LOCK” notice, this means that you have entered a grace period wherein your Ignition Interlock Device must be calibrated and serviced at a Smart Start service center.
How many times can you fail interlock?
If you fail your ignition interlock test enough times (usually 3-4), it will go into a full lockout mode where you will not be able to drive. Your ignition interlock service provider will have to unlock the device for you, so that you can try again and get back on the road to recovery.
Why does my interlock keep saying try again?
This happens most often in the first few weeks after you have an ignition interlock device installed, and you’re still getting used to it. If you get an Invalid Sample error, the device screen may also display Try Again, or Blow Test Error. This simply means there was a problem with the test.
Can interlock mess up your car?
We’re here to tell you that the answer to “Does an interlock device damage your car” is a firm NO. Whether your car is an old beater or a brand new luxury SUV, you can rest assured that the ignition interlock device (IID) will not damage your car in any way, shape, or form.
How many times can you fail an interlock test?
What BAC will fail an interlock?
But generally, the BAC (blood alcohol content) at which you will fail the test is between . 02 and . 025. An average person will have that BAC after having one drink in the last ten hours.
Why does my interlock keep saying retry?
How often does interlock stop?
California law dictates that your Ignition Interlock Device (IID) needs to be serviced every 30-60 days. For download services, it is most beneficial if you arrive at a Smart Start service center every 30 days for service.
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 it mean when your parking light flashes?
The number of times the parking lights flash will indicate what type of error you are experiencing. Please REMOTE START your vehicle using the Compustar/Arctic Start remote. Then, reference the chart below for the number of flashes in the SECOND set of parking light of flashes (not the initial 3!).
What happens if my Compustar remote starter fails?
If the remote starter fails again, your vehicle’s parking lights will flash 3 times, pause, and then flash anywhere from 1-10 times. The number of times the parking lights flash will indicate what type of error you are experiencing. Please REMOTE START your vehicle using the Compustar/Arctic Start remote.
Why is my remote start not working on my car?
The foot brake wire one the remote start gets a positive 12 volt signal from the foot brake wire in your vehicle when that brake is pressed. If the wire is resting at 12 volts due to a short circuit or any other reason, it will prevent the remote start from activating.