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24 Aug 2011 EVO-RIDE will not program in 2012 Ford Focus

The EVO-RIDE will not program to the vehicle's immobilizer. The vehicle will not go in to programming to accept a new key. This will prevent a new key from being programmed with either 2 existing keys or with the dea...

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5 May 2011 Remote-start shutdown on Hyundai / Kia Push-to-start with EVO-ALL.

The door locks function correctly, the vehicle can be remote started and shutdown with the foot-brake, but it can not be shutdown with the remote. The wires at the foot-brake switch are reversed. The Yellow/Red of the EVO...

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5 May 2011 Factory alarm triggers when remote-starting with EVO-CHR.

The factory alarm triggers when remote-starting and the unlock-before/relock-after remote-start programming option has been enabled on the remote-starter programming options - but unlock/relock does not work. The EVO-CHR...

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5 May 2011 EVO-RIDE will not program with Ford 80-bit SA stamped key.

Symptom: The EVO-RIDE will not program with a Ford 80-bit SA stamped key. Cause A: The EVO-RIDE has an older firmware version that does not recognize the key. Solution A: Update the EVO-RIDE to firmware version 1.03...

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12 Jan 2010 Check engine light comes on with EVO-CHR and THAR-CHR2.

This FAQ applies to the EVO-CHR and THAR-CHR2 with the 2005-2007 Jeep Cherokee and 2007 Jeep Compass. Other vehicles using the EVO-CHR and THAR-CHR2 may be affected. The vehicles accessory (radio & heater) will oscillate o...

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30 Dec 2009 Battery drain on 2008 and newer GM vehicles with CAN-SL2/CAN-SL-PL.

The battery gets drained during cold weather on 2008 and newer GM vehicles when using either a CAN-SL2 or CAN-SL-PL. This situation occurs when the vehicle is not being used regularly during cold temperatures. The additio...

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30 Dec 2009 Door locks do not function with EVO-CHR.

The vehicle is equipped with keyless entry, but the door locks do not function with the remote-starter. The EVO-CHR did not detect the factory key-fob during step 9 of the programming sequence. During step 9 of the progra...

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29 Dec 2009 Factory alarm is triggered when remote starting with EVO-CHR.

The factory alarm is triggered when the vehicle is remote-started when using an EVO-CHR. The EVO-CHR was programmed without indicating that the vehicle has a factory alarm and will not disarm the factory alarm during remo...

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17 Dec 2009 Security light comes on with EVO-CHR and THAR-CHR2.

This only applies to the EVO-CHR when using the THAR-CHR2 T-harness on non TIP-Start vehicles. The security light will come on when the vehicle is remote-started and will remain on after a key-takeover and the remote-start...

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30 Nov 2009 UltraStart will not crank during remote-start with EVO-CHR.

The UltraStart will send a very brief crank signal but immediately shuts down. When the UltraStart is used with the EVO-CHR the crank signal duration is not long enough to effectively start the vehicle, so the vehicle wil...

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25 Nov 2009 KEY-OVERRIDE-ALL Programming Diagnostics

The KEY-OVERRIDE-ALL can only be programmed a limited number of times to a Ford/Lincoln/Mercury or Toyota/Lexus vehicle before it becomes locked and will no longer accept programming with a new vehicle. If you find that...

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28 Sep 2009 Vehicle shuts down when door is opened with INT-SL using 2-way data-link.

The remote-starter shuts down whenever the door is opened. The remote-starter responds with a foot-brake shut-down code. The INT-SL is sending a foot-brake status through the 2-way data-link to the remote-starter whenever...

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12 Jun 2009 INT-BMW1 Vehicle Shutdown Sequence

The following outlines the signals that are used by the INT-BMW1 after the vehicle has been remote started and how the INT-BMW1 determines when to shut down the vehicle for either convenience or security. There are 4...

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23 Jan 2009 Fortin 2-way Data-Link with Compustar 5000 and 5200 series starters and alarms.

By default the Compustar, Arctic Start and NU-Start remote-start/alarm modules are not programmed out of the box to communicate with the Fortin 2-way data-link protocol. These modules must have a programming Group -...

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23 Jan 2009 CAN-SL2 will not program or intermittent tachometer output with INT-VW.

This article applies to CAN-SL2 installations with a INT-VW2 or INT-VW3. One of the following situations will occur: Problem A: The CAN-SL2 will have problems programming and will not program on the first attempt. Pr...

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16 Jan 2009 Vehicle shuts down shortly after remote start with INT-SL using 2-way data-link.

This article only applies to remote car starters connected with the INT-SL in 2-way data-link mode. The remote car starter is shutting down shortly after it remote starts the vehicle and is giving a brake-status shut-down...

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12 Jan 2009 KEY-OVERRIDE will not program with cloned key from a locksmith

The KEY-OVERRIDE will not program when using a key that was cut by a either a locksmith or a retailer that sells counterfeit cloned keys. A key that is provided by a locksmith is a counterfeit cloned key that is not store...

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9 Jan 2009 KEY-OVERRIDE appears to program but Toyota/Lexus will not remote-start

The support article applies to remote car starter installations with either a KEY-OVERRIDE-SL, KEY-OVERRIDE-SL2 or a KEY-OVERRIDE-ALL on Toyota or Lexus vehicles. The KEY-OVERRIDE Bypass module appears to program with Toyo...

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9 Jan 2009 CAN-SL2 will program but vehicle will not remote-start (Configuration 15-16)

The support article applies to remote car starter installations with a CAN-SL2 on a General Motors vehicle using installation configuration 15 or 16. The CAN-SL2 will program but the remote car starter will fail to start t...

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6 Jan 2009 Vehicle fails to remote-start after resting for several minutes.

After the vehicle has been sitting parked for several minutes the remote-starter appears to be functional but the transponder bypass module fails to bypass the passive anti theft system at the key and the vehicle fails to...

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17 Dec 2008 KEY-OVERRIDE Installation Supplement

This is an installation supplement for the KEY-OVERRIDE-SL, KEY-OVERRIDE-SL2 and the KEY-OVERRIDE ALL. It describes how to locate the required Data, Syncro, Security LED, Rx (receive) or Tx (transmit) wires at the v...

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8 Dec 2008 Why theft protection is mandatory for the new Dodge, Chrysler and Jeep vehicles.

Theft protection is necessary when installing an after-market remote-starter in to a Chrysler, Dodge or Jeep vehicle with the new style electronic ignition barrel. If the interface module does not offer any theft protec...

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5 Dec 2008 Why an INT series module is required for remote-starter installations with an electronic ignition.

This vehicle is equipped with an electronic ignition and traditional key barrel wiring from the remote-starter will not function. An electronic ignition vehicle does not have the normally associated Ignition, Accessory...

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12 Feb 2007 Honda/Acura stalls immediately after remote-started.

Mode/Type 3 vehicles on HONDA-SL2 or HONDA-SL3 stall immediately after remote-started. The vehicles battery is either poor or the ambient temperature is low enough that the battery cannot produce enough current during rem...

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22 Nov 2006 Vehicle fails to start with key after installation.

The bypass kit fails to program or bypass the transponder system when remote-starting the vehicle and the vehicle cannot be started with the key after installation. The PK3 source (+12v constant, Red/White) was accidental...

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22 Nov 2006 Accessory cuts out on lock/unlock.

The heater / accessories cut out whenever the door(s) are locked / unlocked with either the remote-starter, OEM key-fob, or door switch. The module's ground reference differs from that of the MUX (multiplex) line at the k...

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1 Dec 2005 Bypass kit will not program. (GM-SL)

The bypass kit's LED comes on after inserting the harness but the LED will not flash once the vehicle's ignition is turned on. Either an older version of GM-SL is beign used, or the ignition was not left on long enough. E...

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12 Nov 2005 Bypass kit will not program. (Transponder)

The bypass kit will not program while the data portion (if applicable) may work on some vehicles. The internal transponder on these bypasskits can only be programmed once. When they are programmed into the vehicles' contr...

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17 Oct 2005 Door lock and/or unlock works intermittently, or only with one door.

The bypass kit is unable to lock and/or unlock the vehicle door's, or works intermittently, or one or more doors do not function. The vehicles horn causes interfere with the data communication. If the remote-starter or al...

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14 Oct 2005 OEM alarm triggering during remote start.

The factory alarm is being triggered when the vehicle is being remote started. On some remote-starters the parklight output is sent before the (-) disarm, or the (-) while running. On some newer GM vehicles the OEM alarm...

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6 Oct 2005 Security light comes on after key inserted.

The security light stays on after the vehicle has sucessfully remote-started, and after the key is inserted and turned to the on position. The OEM PK3 transponder module is communicating synchronously with the GM SL on th...

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6 Oct 2005 RKE Battery Low Message.

The message center displays a 'RKE Battery Low' warning. There is currently no solution to remove this warning from the vehicles message center. The bypass kit will not affect or damage the vehicle in any way, and the me...

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6 Oct 2005 Transponder bypass kit will not program. (PATS-4)

The bypass kit will not program, even after numerous attempts. By default, the manufacturer has locked the BCM on the Mazda 5 preventing it from learning a new transponder. A dealer tech-tool will need to be plugged into...

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6 Oct 2005 Transponder bypass kit will not program. (MAZDA)

The data bypass kit's LED does not turn on when the ignition is turned on. The Mazda MPV data wire may be blue/black instead of blue/white. If both wires are present try the blue/white first, and the blue/black lastly if...

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11 Aug 2005 Bypass kit programs but will not start 2005 Pontiac G5 Pursuit

The PASSLOCK-SL will program properly but the vehicle will not start. Midway through 2005 production GM introduced a change in the 2005 Pontiac Pursuits' anti-theft system. The newer system uses a Passkey III (PK3) on top...

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26 Jul 2005 Lock, unlock and/or trunk-release not functioning. (CHRDAA v7.0)

Version 7.0 only, the lock, unlock, or trunk release is not functioning. This is a hardware bug that has been revised in all newer versions, and is not affected in older versions. The bypass kit requires a perfect ground...

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9 May 2005 Bypass kits door-trigger does not function while the vehicle is running (GM).

The bypass kits' door trigger output (Green) provides the proper ground pulse when the door(s) is opened while the vehicle is not running, however the output does not function when vehicle is running with either the key o...

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6 May 2005 Door lock and/or unlock does not work.

The bypass kit is unable to lock and/or unlock the vehicle. The connected remote-starter or alarm does not have a perfect ground on the lock/unlock signal. Some modules have short-circuit protection by using either an int...

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20 Apr 2005 BCM will not learn bypass kit transponder.

The installer is unable to program the bypass kit's onboard transponder into the vehicle's BCM (Body Control Module). In the majorority of these cases the remote starter timing is not fast enough to enable the vehicle's i...

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20 Apr 2005 Bypass kit fails once the vehicle has been re-assembled. (Transponder)

The bypass kit programs successfully and the remote-starter is able to start the vehicle numerous times until the dash and/or steering column cover is re-assembled at which time the remote-starter is no longer able to byp...

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15 Apr 2005 Bypass kit will not program. (PATS Chrysler)

The vehicle is unable to recognize the bypass kit once the 2nd key is removed from the ignition barrel. The vehicle will go into programming mode but when the bypass kit is placed close to the ignition barrel it is not re...

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15 Apr 2005 Security light remains lit. (Passlock 2003)

When the vehicles Passlock (I & II) passive anti-theft system light remains lit on the vehicles cluster indefinately after the remote starter starts the vehicle. The Rcode value of the Passlock 2003 is incorrectly set on...

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15 Apr 2005 Door lock does not function. (Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy)

The GMDAA will unlock the doors but is unable to lock the doors on Chevrolet Trailblazer or GMC Envoy vehicles without factory keyless entry. The vehicles data lock codes differ from the generic GM vehicles and also diffe...

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14 Apr 2005 Security light remains lit. (GM Minivans PK3)

When the vehicles PK3 (Passkey III) passive anti-theft system light remains lit on the vehicles cluster indefinately after the remote starter starts the vehicle. The bypass kit is unable to tell when the vehicles ignition...

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14 Apr 2005 Security light remains lit. (Cadillac STS, Oldmobile Aurora)

When the vehicles PK3 (Passkey III) passive anti-theft system light remains lit on the vehicles cluster indefinately after the remote starter starts the vehicle. The passkey III module is not located at the key cylinder....

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14 Apr 2005 Panic mode not functioning properly.

When an auxiliary output of the remote-starter of after-market alarm is connected to the panic input of the data bypass kit the panic does not work as expected. The remote-starter or after-market alarm auxiliary output is...

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14 Apr 2005 Dome light turns on when the key is inserted. (GM)

The dome light turns on when the driver inserts the key and steps on the brake pedal. This happens because the bypass kit is instructing the vehicle to disable the RAP (Retained Accessory Power) by sending a door open sig...

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14 Apr 2005 Vehicles battery is getting drained.

The vehicles battery is constantly being drained when the vehicle sits for a long period of time. The bypass kits ground-out-while-running is receiving a either a constant ground or being pulsed even when the remote start...

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14 Apr 2005 Horn honks with lock/unlock.

The vehicle's horn honks everytime the remote-starter or aftermarket alarm sends a lock and/or unlock pulse to the bypass kit. (A) The bypass kit is receiving a double-lock or double-unlock pulse from the remote-starter o...

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14 Apr 2005 Programming LED remains on.

The data bypass kit's LED remains on when programming and never goes out. The bypass kits output data wire wire is not connected to pin #2 of the vehicles OBDII connector (violet) under the dash, or the bypass kits ground...

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14 Apr 2005 Programming LED does not turn on.

The data bypass kit's LED does not turn on when the module is plugged in. The bypass kit is unable to power up. Either there is no power (+12vDC) on the red wire, or no ground (0vDC) on the black wire. Measure the voltage...

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