Limited660
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We have a problem with a 2005 Malibu Maxx that the remote start now fails to work, the lights flash and everything except it doesnt start. I researched this about a year ago and found out about the hood latch sensor and how to reset the key fob remote start. I tried the reset and did get the car to turn over but because the sensor was bar(I didnt realize this at the time) it freaked out and threw alarms off and everything. We just replaced the hood sensor and the key fob doesnt work, I believe it needs reset again but I can not remember at all how to do this. I remember something like starting the car, turning off, locking it with fob, or holding buttons after you turn it off and it resets the key fob.
Here is what I have found
To reset the number of times you can start between key-on starts, start the car with the key then shut it off, remvoe the key, and close the doors. Try the fob again. Lock, then quickly press and hold start (at least 4 seconds).
1)Turn key ignition to the on position for 10 minutes
2) Turn key ignition to the off position for 6 seconds aftwards
3) Repeat Steps 1 & 2 for two more times.
4) After last step 2 proceed to crank over the vehicle.
Neither one seems to be as I remember it, does anyone know the reset procedure??
Here is what I have found
To reset the number of times you can start between key-on starts, start the car with the key then shut it off, remvoe the key, and close the doors. Try the fob again. Lock, then quickly press and hold start (at least 4 seconds).
1)Turn key ignition to the on position for 10 minutes
2) Turn key ignition to the off position for 6 seconds aftwards
3) Repeat Steps 1 & 2 for two more times.
4) After last step 2 proceed to crank over the vehicle.
Neither one seems to be as I remember it, does anyone know the reset procedure??