hi ppl i need some help with my alarm on my e36 coupe its a factory fitted one iv just got the car and im not sure how it works..... iv tryed every thing i can think of is there any special trick on arming it when i turn the wee key the LED and hazards flash and the alarm bleeps but then the LED doent flash... does this mean the alarm isnt working any help would be appreciated thx in advance...
alarm problems
- Thread starter scott s
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What year is the car? Are you talking about the password lock? To activate the password lock, turn the key once to turn on the onboard computer. Press 'Code' , and then use the 4 buttons to the left (1,10,100,1000) to create a code. Remember this code. Press 'SET' if I remember correctly, and the password is set. This means the car cannot be started until the password is set to turn the engine on. To turn on the car with a password lock, press 'Code', enter the code, and press 'SET'. I asked the year earlier because the older models don't have a alarm that actually "goes off" incase of a breakin. Instead, the car will not start without the code. My point is, you might have an actual alarm that activates if the doors open, etc.
Are you talking about keyless/alarm unit? It cannot be activated with the key, only with a remote. if you don't have one - just buy it off Ebay - make sure for E36 ($20). Then, program the remote:
To teach your alarm system the unique identification code of a replacement alarm remote:
NOTE: Steps 1 through 6 must be performed within 45 seconds.
1) Close all doors, trunk and hood.
2) The alarm must be in 'disarmed' mode and key must be removed from the iginition,
3) Open the trunk and leave it open.
4) Open the driver's door and sit in the seat.
5) Close the driver's door.
6) Cycle the iginition switch 5 times between the OFF position and position #2 (ignition ON position - all dash warning lamps illuminate). The cycling must be done within 10 seconds and do NOT start the car. The red LED will illuminate continuosly and the siren will chirp once indicating the code learning mode has been initiated.
7) Open the driver's door but remain seated.
8) Close the driver's door.
9) Press and release any button on the remote you want to register into the system. The status LED will shut off momentarily to indicate that one ID code has been registered.
10) Repeat steps 7 through 9 to register any additional transmitter codes you wish the system to learn.
11) Open the driver's door and exit the vehicle LEAVING THE DOOR OPEN.
12) Close the trunk.
13) Close the driver's door. The LED will turn off and the siren will chirp twice.
14) Test transmitter to confirm operation.
It is possible for the system to memorize a total of 4 different ID codes. As a new code is learned the oldest code in memory is deleted. To wipe the system of all previous codes simply teach it the code from your current transmitter 4 times.
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To teach your alarm system the unique identification code of a replacement alarm remote:
NOTE: Steps 1 through 6 must be performed within 45 seconds.
1) Close all doors, trunk and hood.
2) The alarm must be in 'disarmed' mode and key must be removed from the iginition,
3) Open the trunk and leave it open.
4) Open the driver's door and sit in the seat.
5) Close the driver's door.
6) Cycle the iginition switch 5 times between the OFF position and position #2 (ignition ON position - all dash warning lamps illuminate). The cycling must be done within 10 seconds and do NOT start the car. The red LED will illuminate continuosly and the siren will chirp once indicating the code learning mode has been initiated.
7) Open the driver's door but remain seated.
8) Close the driver's door.
9) Press and release any button on the remote you want to register into the system. The status LED will shut off momentarily to indicate that one ID code has been registered.
10) Repeat steps 7 through 9 to register any additional transmitter codes you wish the system to learn.
11) Open the driver's door and exit the vehicle LEAVING THE DOOR OPEN.
12) Close the trunk.
13) Close the driver's door. The LED will turn off and the siren will chirp twice.
14) Test transmitter to confirm operation.
It is possible for the system to memorize a total of 4 different ID codes. As a new code is learned the oldest code in memory is deleted. To wipe the system of all previous codes simply teach it the code from your current transmitter 4 times.
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