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Old 01-28-2008, 12:11 PM
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Originally Posted by OLBlueEyesBonne
Originally Posted by harofreak00
yes, both aftermarket units are for the same receiver.

I'm not sure if I understand what you are saying.. what happens?
Push the electric lock button on the switch panel on the drivers door.
Close door and use one of the aftermarket remotes to unlock or start the car. Factory alarm will start up.
Be ready with the key to unluck the door or factory fob (electric door switch and aftermarket fob won't work) to shut the alarm off.
The installer forgot to hook up the wire to the "factory alarm disarm." This is usually a green wire on GM vehicles. For the Bonneville it'* most easily reached under the rear seat. The problem is that the aftermarket "brain" for the remote start isn't disarming the factory alarm, which it should do.
Old 01-29-2008, 03:25 AM
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Originally Posted by wakefieldl
jeez put some more keys on that thing
cuz your putting a bad load on your ignition
Ah, I was going to write that! Good to see others are looking out, too.
Old 01-29-2008, 08:39 AM
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Like I said before, I am only using one of the remotes. My keys are light, a couple ounces at most.

Ignition Key
Remote starter keyfob
House key
gf house key
carabiner
jump drive
autozone reward card
OBDI prong jumper "key"
chunk of laptop ram
Old 01-29-2008, 11:02 AM
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so how much did it run you installed + purchase? my friend has one like that on his impala.. it'* an awesome system to say the least.
Old 01-29-2008, 01:48 PM
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christmas present.

I know it cost $495.99 installed.
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Originally Posted by harofreak00
mine does not do that. It is actually wired into the BCM with a special aftermarket module additional to the remote starter. Everything the remote starter does goes through the BCM. It basically acts like a factory installed remote starter. It even powers on all accessories so my heat turns on, without the key. If the brake is depressed before the key is inserted, the car dies.
I had a system like this on my Cutlass...same exact thing. Worked like a charm.

I've known several people having problems with aftermarket remote starters – including my brother. I don't want anybody messing with the electrical on my 03 though...I can deal with the cold for a few minutes. At least my butt will be warm.
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the trick is on remote starters, get good ones, and make sure it has a good warranty....also make sure it is installed by people who know what they are doing.
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Sometimes you don't really know if they know what they are doing until you start having problems. Of course getting referrals from friends is always beneficial.
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