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Problem with remote starter

11 years ago

I had a remote starter (AS-1780) installed on my 2014 Kia Forte about a month ago. It worked perfectly until today. Now when I use the remote starter, the car starts and runs for anywhere between 30 seconds and 3 minutes. Then it turns off and starts again two more times. It was set to run for 15 minutes before shutting off.

Also, if I get in the car after using the remote start, put the key in the ignition, and turn it to "on", the car shuts off when I touch the brake to shift gears.

Just started doing this today and I've spent hours trying to figure out why but can't find a solution. I've had other remote starters and have always been able to find a fix. This one has me stumped.

Hoping someone here has some thoughts on what might be causing this. Any help would be appreciated.

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Comments (3)

jemdandy
11 years ago
On page 17 of the manual in the link below, it states that after entering the car and depressing and releasing the brake pedal the emgine/remote start will turn off.

Here is a link that might be useful: 2014 Kia Forte Accessories Manual
bob_k
11 years ago
I would go back to who ever installed it and have them re-program it. If they can't then there is a problem with the unit or the installation. Let them fix it. These aftermarket remote starter are only as good as the installer. And in some case they create all kind of electrical problems because the installer didn't do a good job.
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coryL
Original Author
11 years ago
Thanks for the reply jemdandy but the manual you link to isn't for the model of starter I have and as far as I'm aware, all starters have the brake as the kill feature. However, this shouldn't be the case once the key has been inserted into the ignition and turned to the "on" position. Obviously you need to press the brake to shift out of park.

I'm trying to get the installer to have a look at it but I was hoping someone might be familiar with the starter model I have and be able to offer some suggestions.

Thanks.

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