2001 jeep cherokee, remote start bypass

The locking and unlocking of the vehicle with the new remote works fine.

Strange problem.  Never had any troube with any iDatalink module.

Can you put a meter on the GWR wire from the remote start to the bypass?  Just to verify the (-) signal is there.  ( Or jumper the wire to ground the same time you press the START button. )

Soldering is fun!

I currently have the panels back on right now so i can get to and from work. I will see if i can get a chance to remove them this week to get to the modules and put a meter on it. I double checked, with key in (not turned on) the remote starts fine and stays on even when i slide the key back out. thanks for your help! I will post back with results.

I found the problem, a little mix up on the wiring from the bypass to the ignition. Made the fix and it works like a charm. The Idatalink module is an excellent choice. Simple programming and only one key needed to program. Thanks for the help! I have one question regarding the parking light connection. I am told that I need a 1300 Ohm resistor and a relay. Can i just run a wire to the existing parking light relay without a resistor? I have heard of other jeep owners having problem getting confirmation from the parking lights due to the autolamp.

Going to the Jeeps' Parking Light Relay is an option.  Its one of the small relays directly above the fuses, remote start (-) Parking Light output to relay Pin 86.Soldering is fun!

kreg357 wrote: Going to the Jeeps' Parking Light Relay is an option.   Its one of the small relays directly above the fuses, remote start (-) Parking Light output to relay Pin 86.

Thanks for confirming. Overall everything went well with the install. Time to pick out the next project.

Hello everyone.Proxyguy I was wondering if you wouldn't mind letting me know roughly what this cost you.I ask because this past weekend I went to Bestbuy to purchase their Viper remote start for my 2001 Laredo.I have some gift cards I wanted to use up and the Kit was $200 for a "basic install".They noted that there were additional parts which I understood but after talking to their tech it went from $200 to around $450 and then, since I don't have a 2nd key,I would have to purchase another so I was looking at around $550 give or take when all is said and done.I am unable to do any of it myself but I saw this Autostart system online for a reasonable price but I don't understand anything else that was written in this thread so I have no idea what else I would have to buy and how much labor is involved.Thanks and I greatly appreciate any advice you might have.

Mike is right. This unit replaces mutiple parts if you go with other manufacture bypass units. Depending on model of vehicle the price varies. Mine cost around 90 bucks plus the remote start unit cost. Easy installation, no running wires to the door lucks etc... and nice forum to post questions. Only one key to program the unit.

ok thanks 4 responding.My vehicle is the same as yours now its just a matter of finding someone here in jersey who knows what they are doing and won't try to overcharge me.So basically I could purchase one of these systems(links below) and then either purchase this idatalink module or find someone who uses them to do the install? http://www.slickcar.com/bypassvag.asp http://www.truckcustomizers.com/products/directed-electronics-autostart-as-2775-remote-starter.html