QuestionI have a 2000 Mazda MPV and the mechanics believe the alarm is preventing it
from starting. They were able to reset it and it ran for a week but then it stalled
2 seconds after starting and will no longer start. We left the windows opened
overnight a couple of weeks ago and did get some rain inside.
AnswerThere are a couple of issues here Tom,
The Mazda MPV for 2000 has 2 security devices.
1 is the factory car alarm. A noice generator &
light flasher, but that's all IT does.
The other which seems to be at issue here is the
transmod immobilizer in the ignition and
the code key you use to start the car.
They are not in communication, or the car will start.
If Mazda can reprogram the chip and ignition reader,
great, if not, try this:
Let's make the ignition code reader think the smart
key is in the ignition at all times.
This keeps the system from arming.
To make it happen, print the following
and give it to your technician:
Go get 2 non transponder keys cut at
the hardware store for 3 bucks each.
Get a universal bypass module (key-in-a-box style)
at www.REMOTESTARTCENTRAL.com for 25.00.
Then wrap the coil around the key cylinder,
secured in place with hot-glue. Connect the
status input wire to chassis ground and the
positive to ignition...no more transponder
key required. No Smart Key security issues.
The total cost on this is
substantially less than what a dealership
would charge to replace and reprogram keys
all the time.
This is what will work instead of the dealerships
profit margin.
Tell them to overcharge someone else!
ALARMTEK
ALARMTEK.net
