Original Clifford Matrix 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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Topic: Original Clifford Matrix problem

Posted By: Brak
Subject: Original Clifford Matrix problem
Date Posted: October 31, 2002 at 10:40 AM

I have the original Matrix system, about 10 yrs old, installed in a 92 Camaro. I had a battery short that may have caused a problem with the remote arming, possible damage to the board. Neither of my remotes work to activate the system or my hatch release. If I disconnect/reconnect the battery, the alarm sounds and all features work but no remote. I read thru my install manual and it mentions the remote antenna, I can't seem to find this or is it built into the board? Also, is there a way to reprogram the remote? Here is a link to the remote I have......... https://www.autotechs.com/items/item225.htm

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Replies:

Posted By: bigwilley
Date Posted: November 01, 2002 at 10:52 AM

My guess is that you will have to program your Matrix system to recognize your remote... not sure, just a thought.

Posted By: Brak
Date Posted: November 01, 2002 at 11:35 AM

Do you know the procedure to do that. I have read about opening doors, flipping the valet switch, etc. My manuals just states that it is programmed to work when installed. I do believe that I lost the programming when the battery shorted. There is no visible damage to the board.

Posted By: bigwilley
Date Posted: November 01, 2002 at 12:19 PM

Not sure, but you could probably contact the manufacturer and I'm sure they would tell you.