ok i need help my autostarter isnt working on my g6 when i try to use my remote to start my car the lights flash 3 times does anyone know how to fix this or why this is doing this

Asked by jujumommy Nov 27, 2011 at 05:03 PM about the 2006 Pontiac G6 GT

Question type: General

ok i need help my autostarter isnt working on my g6 when i try to use my remote to start my car the lights flash 3 times does anyone know how to fix this or why this is doing this

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If it is a factory system, you need to click the lock button first and then immediately click and hold the autostart button (arrow going in a circle) for about 3-4 seconds and then it will start- the 3 blinks is to let you know it "heard" you but can't execute the command. you will get that same 3 blink light if you cycle the autostart twice without putting a key in the ignition (cycle=start, let run for 10 min., car shuts off)- if that happens, go out and start it manually and it will restart the 2 autostart rule. you may also want to check in your info center to make sure the autostart feature didn't get accidentally turned off.

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My factory automatic start doesn't work, the menu states its on but the lights only blink once. no check engine light went on at all.

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It's the hood latch. There is a way to bypass it. :)

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Yes hit door lock then hold down start button for 3 seconds. Dormain replacement keyless Entry Remote work for my pontiac G6 Gtp. AutoZone or Amzon has them they are replacement for GM products.

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Any other troubleshooting tips?

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Sorry for additional. I was able to get mine to work once but just beeps horn 3 times now. No codes, engine lights, door/hood open... I’ve read it can be bad fob?

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Does hood latch sensor, if faulty, throw any code or engine light?

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Anyone know bypass hood latch issue?

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There should be 2 wired going to the sensor, they just need to be cut and wire nut them together to complete the circuit bypassing the sensor itself. Worked on my 05 g6.

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