Hey there folks thanks for all the help over the last two weeks really!
I attempted to install a remote start in a 2002 explorer v8, and it did not work, I ended up bringing it to the installer who I paid 250 bucks to install it.
Turns out the Xpresskit pkford XK04 was not functional. Installer needed to use another bypass. Both I and the installer tried to make the Xpresskit work, but it didn't it probably needed some firmware update that I don't have the ability to do, and he didn't use Xpresskit he uses I-data.
Moral of the story is, I tried for 2 days to make it work, but without having another part to "try" I was in a troubleshooting loop, going nowhere!
Beware the extreme do - it - yourselfer, this one can leave you scratching your head at 2 am in the morning.....
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Peace
kudos for the effort you put in! and you came to the right place seeking advice/help. maybe the next time will go better for you.
Maybe the hot glued chip to ignition or a universal bypass would have been easier...Next time...!
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M.E.C.P & First-Class
Go slow and drink lots of water...Procrastinators' Unite...Tomorrow!
problem should have been easy to troubleshoot... did you first test your install with a key slid into the IGN? this is a basic step in any install with transponder bypass.... test the install before you move on to the transponder portion of the job.....
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Kevin Gerry
Certified Electronics Technician
MECP First Class Installer
Owner/Installer
Classic Car Audio
since 1979