Remote start won’t work
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Remote start won’t work
In the morning or when I’m ready to leave my office I start the car with my remote. Well today it didn’t start from my office. I thought maybe I didn’t hold down the button long enough. I walked outside right next to the car it still didn’t work. I’ve tried several times since still doesn’t work and the engine light is on in the car but no message. Car starts fine once I get in the car. .. Wierd. Anyone else have this happen?
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There is a list of conditions that will prevent remote start in the Owners Manual:
Conditions in Which Remote Start
Will Not Work
The remote start will not operate if
any of the following occur:
. The ignition is in any mode other
than off.
. A remote key is in the vehicle.
. The hatch/trunk is not closed.
. The convertible top is not fully
open or closed.
. The tonneau cover is not closed.
. The hazard warning flashers
are on.
. There is an emission control
system malfunction.
. The engine coolant temperature
is too high.
. The oil pressure is low.
. The 30 minutes of engine run
time have been used.
. The vehicle is not in P (Park).
Will Not Work
The remote start will not operate if
any of the following occur:
. The ignition is in any mode other
than off.
. A remote key is in the vehicle.
. The hatch/trunk is not closed.
. The convertible top is not fully
open or closed.
. The tonneau cover is not closed.
. The hazard warning flashers
are on.
. There is an emission control
system malfunction.
. The engine coolant temperature
is too high.
. The oil pressure is low.
. The 30 minutes of engine run
time have been used.
. The vehicle is not in P (Park).
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Mine stopped working with none of the reasons above being the cause. Does it require a current subscription to On Star? I let mine expire after the "free" introductory offer last year.
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My problem is the car says no FOB when I'm holding the FOB. The dealer said the issue is the FOB receiver is bad and without it working, the car won't see the FOB and thus won't start. The part is discontinued, there's no replacement. I've reached out to every Corvette parts company and scrap yard, no luck. I own the world's largest paperweight. I can't believe GM screwed us this way. I'm done with GM.
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Thanks for the info. That's what it is. I got a text 2 days ago from OnStar about my cars Emissions System saying if I continue to drive I'll get reduced fuel economy and to take it in for service. I called my dealer. My service guy said that OnStar is a bit overzealous with stuff like this. He asked if I got any kind of warning or alert from the car which I did not. Yesterday I noticed the engine light on but no specific waring or message from the car saying to take it in. I will call the dealer today and try to figure out how to clear the CEL
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My problem is the car says no FOB when I'm holding the FOB. The dealer said the issue is the FOB receiver is bad and without it working, the car won't see the FOB and thus won't start. The part is discontinued, there's no replacement. I've reached out to every Corvette parts company and scrap yard, no luck. I own the world's largest paperweight. I can't believe GM screwed us this way. I'm done with GM.
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My problem is the car says no FOB when I'm holding the FOB. The dealer said the issue is the FOB receiver is bad and without it working, the car won't see the FOB and thus won't start. The part is discontinued, there's no replacement. I've reached out to every Corvette parts company and scrap yard, no luck. I own the world's largest paperweight. I can't believe GM screwed us this way. I'm done with GM.
It is often inaccurately stated that manufacturers must make spare parts available for 10 years, but that is a myth. The only federal requirement is that parts must be available throughout the period of time any manufacturer warranty is in effect.
Last edited by Foosh; Feb 3, 2023 at 12:09 PM.