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I have an after-market car alarm. When I shut down the car, the alarm light stays on. When I start the car, the light goes off. When I put the alarm on and bump the car, the alarm doesn't go off. What could be the problem?

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Your car alarm may have a delay before it actually arms. It a safety feature to prevent tripping if one or more doors are not closed properly upon pressing the remote to arm.

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Is there an extremely quick method to reset this system?

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Turn the ignition key to the on position. It is not necessary to start the car.

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Why won't the remote start work in my 1999 Cadillac DeVille?

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Perhaps the system is old, or maybe you broke the remote.

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My remote starter will crank, but my car won't start. What is wrong?

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Your remote starter isn't engaging the accessories that are normally engaged while the key switch is turned to the "on/run" position. It sounds like someone didn't use a relay somewhere and it only engages the starter motor. If it recently stopped working, your hood pin switch could be broken/moved, or a relay has gone bad.

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How do I find out if there is a valet switch on my car?

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It will tell you if there is a valet mode or not in your owner's manual. You can also search the car model online.

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