1998 Chevy Cavalier Remote Start Question
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Topic: 1998 Chevy Cavalier Remote Start Question
Posted By: c_150
Subject: 1998 Chevy Cavalier Remote Start Question
Date Posted: January 05, 2004 at 6:25 PM
Hello all. I attempted to install a remote start (CrimeStopper CS2011) in my sister 98 Cavalier. I'm pretty sure the car does not have PassLock since the dash lights give no indication of security. I used the wiring chart found in this site's database. I have also searched the site for similar problems but found no info.
My problem is this: The car will start via the remote and run for a second and then shut off. I double checked my wiring and all looks good. I think I may be missing another ignition wire. The four wires that I used are the Red (+12v), Pink (Ignition1) , Yellow (Starter) , and White (Ignition2.) All are 10/12ga wires.
Anybody know of any other ignition wires that I may have missed?
Thanks
Replies:
Posted By: sparkie
Date Posted: January 05, 2004 at 8:29 PM
Your vehicle does have Passlock II. You will need a bypass kit to fix the problem. It seems you have got the correct ignition wires though.
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sparky
Posted By: Alpine Guy
Date Posted: January 05, 2004 at 9:57 PM
It seems working fine, just after a second the security kicks in and turns it off. By the way, its passlock 1, not 2. So pick up a bypass and your set.
Posted By: c_150
Date Posted: January 05, 2004 at 10:07 PM
Yes, I believe 1998 models came with PassLockI. Shouldn't I have a security light that flashes on the instrument panel after I turn the key on if the car has PassLock? Do all GM cars come with theft security from the factory?
Posted By: sroth140
Date Posted: January 06, 2004 at 2:20 AM
it is on the bottom right of the dash, it says theft system in red letters... unless the LED is burned out. the 95+ cavaliers have a passlock II engine dissabling system with a bulb check wire. use DEI part 555L. another thing that is cool about being a cavalier owner is that the car comes with a messican guy named Manual. in his index he tells you to turn to pages 2-12 and 2-75 where he explains the passlock system our cars are, yes in fact are, equipped with a passlock engine disabling system.
Posted By: Velocity Motors
Date Posted: January 06, 2004 at 2:24 AM
Alpine Guy is correct, you have Passlock I system and remember to hook up the BLACK bulb test wire for the Passlock I bypass modules. If you have not purcahsed a bypass module yet, then do so and after you hook it up and you have learned the proper code to the module, post your results.
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Jeff
Velocity Custom Home Theater
Mobile Audio/Video Specialist
Morden, Manitoba CANADA
Posted By: c_150
Date Posted: January 06, 2004 at 9:01 AM
sroth140 wrote:
it is on the bottom right of the dash, it says theft system in red letters... unless the LED is burned out. the 95+ cavaliers have a passlock II engine dissabling system with a bulb check wire. use DEI part 555L.
another thing that is cool about being a cavalier owner is that the car comes with a messican guy named Manual. in his index he tells you to turn to pages 2-12 and 2-75 where he explains the passlock system our cars are, yes in fact are, equipped with a passlock engine disabling system.
Really...all cars come with a manual? Gee, thanks for that advice. Maybe if the previous owner had not relieved my car of the manual, I could have figured it out. I've searched numerous times on the web and found conflicting information. That's why I ask my question here. Other automakers offer anti-theft as an option.
So, just to make sure:
1. All 1998 Cavaliers have passlock anti-theft.
2. I need to bypass the passslock in order to rs the car.
Thanks to all those who helped.
Posted By: sparkie
Date Posted: January 06, 2004 at 6:34 PM
Some 1995 Cavaliers have Passlock I. All 1996 through to 1999 Cavaliers ahve Passlock I. 2000 and up Cavaliers have Passlock II. You will need a bypass to interface with the system. Ask the supplier if their brand has had any tech bullentins regarding wiring up the module to a Passlock I vehicle. Some of these modules had an intermittent problem with a backwards voltage spike on the starter wire. It may be necessary to wire up a anti-grind relay on the stater wire to prevent this.
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sparky
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