How to Program a Car Remote Starter
by Matthew Fortuna
Popular aftermarket options in cars, remote starters have become a favorite accessory for many drivers. These starters can be bought, programmed and reprogrammed for different vehicles, and can be set up with your car using a few simple steps.
Step 1
Put your key into your car's ignition and turn it to the "On" position, one click before the "Start" position.
Step 2
Press and release the small black button on your car remote, known as the valet switch. Press the button a second time and hold it.
Step 3
Press the "lock" button on your remote while holding the valet switch.
Step 4
Release both buttons and turn the key back to the "Off" position.
Step 5
Press a button on your remote to test if the programming was successful.
Things You'll Need
- Aftermarket car starter
Writer Bio
Matthew Fortuna is a full-time freelance writer with a journalism degree from Wayne State University, living in the Detroit metropolitan area. He has written about a wide range of topics across varying publications, including Demand Studios, wiseGEEK.com and Suite101.com, among others. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from Wayne State University.
