How do I reset my Jeep Wrangler remote start?

How do I reset my Jeep Wrangler remote start?

Press the Lock button on your remote car starter. Within five seconds of turning it on, turn your key back to the “off” position (or press the start button again). Repeat the on-off cycle three more times—you’ll do four in total.

Can a factory remote start work on a wrangler?

But factory remote start WILL work if doors are not locked. 2 beeps, doors lock and vehicle starts (if doors are closed correctly and there is sufficient fuel). I have a 2008 Wrangler and when I use the factory remote start it will start and shut off in about 10 seconds. I have plenty of fuel and the doors are locked and shut. Any Ideas?

Why does my remote start not work on my car?

After the second cycle the key must be used to start the vehicle before the remote start will work. If you accidently set off the remote start (sitting on your keys maybe?) or have a daughter that likes to press buttons you may find your remote start not working one morning!

What to do when you have to reset your remote starter?

So here are our top tips on what to do when you have to reset your remote car starter. The biggest one is to check the battery. Newer remote starters rarely need resetting, but they run through juice like Minute Maid in the Mojave. The easiest and simplest way of checking is to swap a good remote’s battery for the other.

But factory remote start WILL work if doors are not locked. 2 beeps, doors lock and vehicle starts (if doors are closed correctly and there is sufficient fuel). I have a 2008 Wrangler and when I use the factory remote start it will start and shut off in about 10 seconds. I have plenty of fuel and the doors are locked and shut. Any Ideas?

Are there any issues with the remote start?

Anyone have any issues with remote start. I did install a new front bumper last night, to include unplugging the fog lamps, and re-installing into the new bumper. I used the remote start last night, after the bumper install, and it worked.

How to reset your Jeep engine control module?

3- Once the time has passed you should now turn the headlights “on” and “off” twice to drain the Engine Control Module from any remaining power. 4- Now plug back in the negative terminal and your Jeep ECM should now be reset. To finish off this post , here are a couple of things you should keep in mind.

How can I tell if my remote starter is in valet mode?

Certain remote starter manufacturers use a safety feature called valet mode. It is designed to temporarily disable the remote starting capability, but valet mode typically leaves the keyless entry function intact. One way you may be able to tell if your vehicle is in valet mode is by watching the parking lights.

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