Buick Lacrosse Remote Start Issue
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- Опубліковано 7 вер 2024
- 2012 Buick Lacrosse. The way it was explained to me by the customer is that the remote start doesn't always work. Every 5th time or so is what I was told. A little logical thinking, experience deciphering the real problem and some good info helps me get to the bottom of it all. Please let me know what you think. Like and Subscribe. Thanks for watching
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That's interesting.
If you install a remote start, film it! I want to put one on my truck.
I'm glad you mentioned the check engine light. I have a bad o2 sensor on the upstream so my check engine light is on. Thanks for the video!! And no, you didn't make us dizzy!! Your camera work was great!! Thanks again!!!
Same I got a bad sensor and my remote start isn’t working… now I know 👌🏼
You made my day! I have an 08 lacrosse that has the remote start button on the remote, but it never worked. I figured it was just not actually equipped, and the remote just had the button for other models that did have the option.
After watching your video, I explored the settings to find out remote start was just turned off. I turned it on and it works like a charm.
Who knew? I don't even think the previous owners knew the remote start was equipped on the car. Lol.
In 2020 this video is still a GEM! Thanks for making the obvious not so obvious to the commoner. I took two Key FOB's that I purchased off amazon to the Batteries Plus store. They were able to program the fobs, but the remote start would not work. I understand NOW why, but I was fine with being able to do everything else. Once I got in, the check engine light was on and has never been on since I purchased the vehicle. I couldn't understand how it was on, but believe it has to do with the tech not know how to do auto-start on my vehicle. I got home and did youtube search and this was the top video. I followed your instructions to clear the CEL and was able to remote start without issue!
Glad it helped. Cheers
Catching up on older stuff today man. This is a great video to show how important it is to know the system design. This could so easily be a rabbit hole if you don"t.
That, right there, is the point of the video. Thanks Joe
I have a 2006 Buick Lacrosse CSX and this just helped me out a great deal thank you very much for your video I was scratching my head why I couldn’t start it a third time but now I know I appreciate all your help thank you 🙏😉
Knowing it helped, made my day. Thanks
Thank you! I couldn't figure out why mine wouldn't work, much appreciated!
That’s because they only start 2 times by the remote .. then you have to start the vehicle from inside and then turn it off and then it will remote start twice again ... I work for a GM dearlership
Yes, that was the point of the video. Thanks for stopping by
This is Great!!!! I just purchase a Lacrosse and I was wondering why mine stopped working
Only 2 even if you put the key in and turn it all the way on after an remote start?
Broo! Mines not worked for 2 winters here in Michigan..pain in the azz..i did what you said n it cranked right up. Thank you
Appreciate the video mine won't start because of the engine light (knock sensor). Probably should have watched before I tried to start with my 2nd key
Great video 👍🏻 some times the train stops in thinking. Cool tool you got there .
I have 2015 Buick lacrosse key fob. So I was always thinking it was my starter. Works when It wants to
I have two remote start fobs. when I had this problem, I locked the door with one and Remote started with the other one and it worked
thats what my car dose thanks for info good video
You bet
Hey what's up Corey. I seen u at the last two tst training in jersey at union Blvd. Last one was with Pete Meyers. We both talked to him at the end of the session. My apologies if I didn't introduce myself. Hopefully I'll see u there for January for Brandon stecklers class
Will do sir. Thank you very much
2013 buick lacrosse premium 1 remote always worked only use it in winter from window at work. This year it doesn't work even after starting then retry remote start. Will look into settings well follow up with you thanks
Good diagnosis. Thank you for sharing. You were too nice to mention this was someone else’s screwup.
Thank you pal.
I have a 2011, it randomly chooses when the he remote start will work. When it doesn’t, I lock the doors, hold the remote start button, the lights flash, for a split second, not even half a second you can hear the car crank then shut down. Then when I get in and put the key in the ignition to start it, it won’t even crank, it just clicks as if the battery isn’t connected. After 10 mins and constantly cycling of the key, it will start. Please help
Thank you!
You bet!
ok sir , question, i have a 2011lacroose cxl , with keyless entry , a few weeks ago , i had the replaced the batterys in the remotes, , 1in each, i was checking both to see which i were good, or not , replaced 1 battery , now when i try to unlock the vehicle with the remote the exterior lights flash and the horn honks , how do i reset it , i have to lock it manually
by the key spade ,any thoughts , i bet there is a fault thinking the vehicle was going to be stolen???,thank you
Well explained
Thank you
Thanks that did the trick
Awesome
This did help thnak you
Awesome, thanks
Thanks for the post.
Thanks for the feedback.
Whaaaaat🎉🎉🎉🎉 thanks man you r a magician
You're welcome!
Loved it
This should have been a 2-minute video however thanks for sharing the content
I have 2015 Buick lacrosse key fob
Sometimes won't turn on. I have to keep playing with key fob locking and unlocking. Sometimes I hear a clicking noise and re front lights are on. Was thinking was starter issue. Could starters the issue or just have to do the key fob truck thing
2 ten minuet starts. Emission laws limit to 20 min total I think and maybe 10 min in Cal
Hey it helped me my sensor for my passenger side shows open and that’s why the start won’t work. Thank man
Awesome. Thanks for the support and feedback
My 2011 does this but when I get in the car and use the normal ignition, it doesn’t even crank. I have to cycle the key in the ignition a few times and then it’s back to normal
Have u had any issues with a 2012 lacrosse radio stopped working and no chimes or parking sensors working .
Not exactly. Sounds more of a comm or module issue
It's your amplifier
Can't you just install a separate remote start system and deactivate the original one?
Yes, but why? There's nothing wrong with it. It's actually a good safety measure if your remote is shorted or you're sitting on the key fob, it'll prevent your car from continually started up without you knowing
Post the steps please. I’m having this issue with my 2011 and I tried but missed something you did
Starting the car resets the process
Please excuse my ignorance; I have 2011 Buick Enclave, I put new engine on it. Now the remote auto start don’t work and I have check engine light error code P0332, will these steps resolve the remote auto start? And do think replacing the knock sensor will bear any fruit/joy? Thank you for you assistance and fir sharing your expertise.
Great video! I have a 2010 Buick Lacrosse cxl anyway the problem I have is remote won't unlock the doors . Tried spare same thing , unlocks with the key. What is going on with that?
One remote or both?
Does the same thing with both remotes, I have two. Pedals are clear of floor mats. Just started doing this recently.
You would need to see if the remotes are properly working first. Some shops, locksmiths or alarm stores have a tool for that. Then you would need a bidirectional tool to confirm that the vehicle is receiving the request form the fob.
@@SAAutoRepair thank you
Did you say that if the check engine light is on it wont work??
Correct
@@SAAutoRepair is there a way to bypass that so i can make mine work?
@@SAAutoRepair getting the check engine light off isnt an option for me
Great info do you know the time statue limitations?
Genuine question I just replaced the battery on an 06 buick lacrosse cxl and now the power window will not auto down. It goes up and down just fine but im sensing a relearn needs to happen, do you have any idea how to perform this?
Thank you for this info on the remote start as my grandmother got a 06 lacrosse with 54k miles on it it did this same thing.
Yes, relearn. Hold button down till window hits bottom +3 seconds. Repeat for up
@@SAAutoRepair thank you! I will definitely give it a shot.
Okay thanks i was wondering why mine doesn’t work it’s because my engine light is on
I have 2010 buick lacerncxl all the bells and wistles yes my engine light is on wont remotely start was my search cause thanks ill clear codes wich maybe thenew part on my kitchen table lol ie emission puge control valve i already replace gas tank cap btw sorry i have two stories here
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@@SAAutoRepair i replaced the purge valve which was so easy i have 3.9 it was righ on top. Started engine and after a few minutes the light disappeard on its own and this car starts remotely now correctly
Thanks for the follow up
I tried that on my Buick envision and still can't get it to start
Does sit start with key? Need a little more info
@@SAAutoRepair I posted elsewhere. Mine doing same thing. Your video solution didn't work for mine. Everything works but the remote start. I got two new remotes off ebay. Programmed them, plus my old remote, and everything works but the remote start. Lights blink but then nothing? Right now my Check Engine light is on for an emissions deal which will be fixed next week.
Your check engine light being on is preventing the remote start function
will a bad 02 censor keep it from starting?
No
@@SAAutoRepair I wonder why mine works at random then
What works at random? Remote start?
@S & A Auto Repair yes. When it doesn't work the lights flash and that's all. Then at times it starts right
Check engine light on when it doesn't remote start?
What type of scanner is that?
Autel 908p
Maybe I'm just stupid but I don't get what has to be done
In a case like this, where the "no start" is strictly a remote start issue, its caused by remote starting it 3 times without ever actually starting the car with the key. Its a protection in case the remote is stuck or if you're sitting on it, so the car doesn't endlessly cycle. Remote start 3x, then you actually have to get in the car and start it.
COUPLE MONTHS AGO MY 2011 BUICK LACROSSE STOP WORKING ,NO CRANK , NO START ISSUE , Check engine light on with codes UO100 AND PO23F . NOW LATER , # 10 FUSE KEEPS BURNING , AND MY TWO BLUE DRIVERS WONT READ ANYTHING ANY LONGER . MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS OFF NOW ,MY CAR LOOKS AND ACTS THE SAME WAY WITH COMPUTER UNPLUGGED . I HAVE A FEELING I MESSED UP MY FUSE HOLDER IN THE FUSE BOX THAT HOLDS #10 FUSE ALSO . I KNOW IF I CAN GO BACK TO THE POINT WHERE MY COMPUTER SETS A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT , I WILL BE ABLE TO ADDRESS THE TWO ORIGINAL CODES ,ANY ADVICE BROTHER ?
Oh boy. Sounds like you went deep in a rabbit hole. Sounds like you started off with a FPM issue. You may have created a worse issue. Without proper bi-directional scan tools, it may be tough. Maybe time to just foot the bill on a proper diag. Keep us posted
@@SAAutoRepair my #10 fuse holder is ok ,i have a test light with green and red lights ,i noticed on this and a few others im getting the green light to come on in my underhood fuse box . i disconnect connections and look for fretting also and always apply die electric grease .i have a fuel pump in fuel tank that i still run for a few when i try to start car thankfully . now on PO23F secondary fuel pump open , is secondary fuel pump the pump on engine ? i got check engine light and all other things to come back on by jiggling the wires around x108 connection ,its like it was when first happened ,and now my blue driver works again and my check engine light flashes super fast again , now it reads UO100 AND PO23F AGAIN !
wow awesome vid ,heres my story ,i go to a dr.'s appoint ,car has been running fine ,3 hrs later push the button and 1 click ,no crank no start this was 3 weeks ago , code reader says PO23F AND UO100 . i keep blowing my ECM FUSE #10 . i am concerned about the po23f code ," fuel pump secondary circuit /open " ....... can you please give me a few pointers ,been out almost a month now .
Amp draw tests with a scope. Split circuit and isolate. There's no easy way to troubleshoot from here. Sorry
My car doing the same thing so do I just go outside and start my car cut it off and then start it again with my key
Hey Karrissia. Sounds like you have it right. Do you have a similar GM vehicle?
@@SAAutoRepair yes but it's a 2015
Same logic then. Three remote starts and then you have to actually start the car with the key. It's a safety feature really. First, in case there's a short in the remote that remotes starts the car unknowingly. Second, too much idling is bad for the car. So definitely drive it after 3 remote starts. Hope this helps. Thanks for checking in and hope to see you here again. Dont forget to subscribe and ring the bell. Cheers
I heard my car start on day and went out side to check and it was gone and since I don’t have a remote start on my car. Damn thief lol 😆
So what if I don't have a computer, or whatever that is you use on the wheel
If there's an actual problem, you will need to bring the vehicle to a technician that has a bi-directional scan tool and knows how to use it. If it's just a matter of a remote start that cancels after 3 tries, now you know why. Hope that answers your question. Let me know. All the best
@@SAAutoRepair i shop owner over 15yrs and people will not understand have to have good scan tool to repair cars these days. Not being smartass just how it is
Sounded Simple untill I tried it on my 2006 Buick Lucrene. No go, the lights blink, but nothing happens? Now what? :-)
Check engine light on?
I left my darn hood open
How long does he want it to run before he gets inside the car 😆😆😆
So, my mom used to do the same thing. Didn't use the car much and would remote start it once in a while just because. Older gentlemen that drove this one. Has since passed on. RIP
It will only do it twice before you have to usee the key
Hey Chris. This one was 3 times then it went into a protection mode. I wouldn't doubt it changes from make to make and year to year. I wouldn't be surprised if it even changed with software updates within the same year. Thanks for checking it out. All the best
Replace the battery
Nope. Not guessing. 🫣
To save yourself a few minutes of your life (two failed remote starts, have to restart the car manually then it will work again or you have an Check Engine Light {C.E.L.} on which will have to be cleared 1st)
Correction..two "successful" remote starts and you restart manually. Failed remote starts wont generate a CEL, but whatever caused the failed start may. And, yes, a CEL will prevent a remote start
I think it's getting too hot you're trying it too many times at one time
Negative sir. This is a confirmed issue. You can do over a period of 24hrs if you like. It will still disable if you don't physically start the car after 3rd attempt at remote start
All that hot air for nothing.
Luke warm, not hot. Was trying to show the approach. If I hadn't read between the lines of the customers complaint and read through the remote start strategy, I could've headed down a long dead end for a repair that doesn't exist.
S & A Auto Repair what if fab is dead how do I use the key?
The key still works with a dead fob
Thanks for nothing. This video is not useful whatsoever. Thanks for wasting my time. Unbelievable
The true "waste of time" was that, instead of just moving along, you spent more valuable time leaving a negative response. I didn't realize I was making content just for you. Next time I'll check with you first before I release the video. On the bright side, you brought the algorithms back on an old video. Not a total waste. Thanks for stopping by.
I mean it would’ve been easier if you just said you didn’t have the brain capacity to understand the video. That’s why it wasn’t useful to you.
Fragmented & confusing, I've watched it twice and still have no idea what your point/solution was.
Was he using big words? Seemed simple and quite well done to me.
Joe's Auto Electric 😂
Joe's Auto Electric No. He was speaking in chopped phrases while making hand / facial gestures...just doesn’t go direct for me. Too much bs thrown in that didn’t seem to apply to the issue, fumbles around with his camera...says he gets it, so good for him (& you). Big words? No...scattered words.
I HAVE A Buick Encore 2018 and sometimes when I close my door, lock it then as I walk away its starts on it own for no reason.
Gremlins
PUTTING INTO YOUR POCKET PRESSES DOE=WN ON YOUR BUTTON !!!!
wow awesome vid ,heres my story ,i go to a dr.'s appoint ,car has been running fine ,3 hrs later push the button and 1 click ,no crank no start this was 3 weeks ago , code reader says PO23F AND UO100 . i keep blowing my ECM FUSE #10 . i am concerned about the po23f code ," fuel pump secondary circuit /open " ....... can you please give me a few pointers ,been out almost a month now .
What tests have you done so far?