2005 caravan remote start problem
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Forum Name: Car Security and Convenience
Forum Discription: Car Alarms, Keyless Entries, Remote Starters, Immobilizer Bypasses, Sensors, Door Locks, Window Modules, Heated Mirrors, Heated Seats, etc.
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Printed Date: April 20, 2024 at 1:17 AM
Topic: 2005 caravan remote start problem
Posted By: squanto77
Subject: 2005 caravan remote start problem
Date Posted: October 24, 2008 at 12:26 PM
Hello, I have a 2005 grand caravan sxt that we bought with a dodge factory remote start. The remote start is a separate remote not integrated into the keyless entry. This van has the power doors so all that is in the main remote with the key. Remote start worked fine until we had to boost the van one day, now when the remote is pressed the van starts no problem , but after about 1 - 2 seconds it shuts off, beeps the horn and then restarts again and goes into and endless loop of starting and stopping until the key is put into the ignition and turned. I would love to find a solution to this problem. I have searched all over and have found other posts in various forums but never found an answer. I know i am new to this site and i hope i have come to the right place. any information would be fantastic. Thanks in advance.
Replies:
Posted By: ckeeler
Date Posted: October 24, 2008 at 12:38 PM
the unit evidently needs to have to tach signal reprogrammed, but as far as how to do it on that unit, i dont know. anybody else??
Posted By: Chris Luongo
Date Posted: October 24, 2008 at 10:54 PM
Most remote starters retain their tachometer settings, even if the battery was disconnected or drained.
It actually sounds like more of a Sentry Key (immobilizer) problem.
Are your ignition keys gray or black?
If they are gray, turn the key on and look in the instrument cluster for a little red dot. You'll notice that it comes on steady for a few seconds, and then goes out.
Now, remove the key and try the remote starter. Is the light still coming on solid red, or is it flashing?
Posted By: squanto77
Date Posted: October 25, 2008 at 8:53 AM
well both keys we have for it are black.
Posted By: extreme1
Date Posted: October 26, 2008 at 7:56 PM
but, are they black with remotes built onto them.
first thing I would do is sit in the van when you remote start it, see if the security light is flashing when it remote starts.
If so then is a transponder issue.
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Shaughn Murley
Install Manager, Dealer Services
Visions Electronics
Red Deer, Alberta
Posted By: spookiestylez
Date Posted: October 26, 2008 at 9:49 PM
all the new Chrysler vehicles are transponder. Like posted above, remote start the van while sitting inside and see if the theft light comes on. I would also try holding a ignition key next to the cylinder while you remote start the van. If it starts and stays running with a key in the cylinder then it's the bypass. If you don't have any of these problems when it's most likely a programming issue or the unit has lost its programming. In either case I would recommend you get in touch with a professional installer, or since it was factory installed the dealership should warranty the work preformed. Keep us updated.
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