I want to put an automatic remote car starter?

Question

I have pointac grand am, 1999 model.

The car is in good running condition.

I would like to know, are these remote starters effective with this car.
Hope it wont creat any problem with cars computer or the new starter will not mess up my car engine or some thing

If there are any problems or any thing I need to take care off, please let me know.

Which starter I should purchase?
Which company?
And from Where?


Waiting for the America to reply

TOM

Answer 1

I would wholeheartedly recommend to not do this at all. GM cars have a factory anti-theft system in them called VATS2. This system uses a 5V system that reads the voltage when the ignition switch is rotated with a valid key. If the voltage does not match, it disables the starter and fuel injectors and sets codes. What you have to do with an auto-start system is tap into these circuits. This usually upsets the low voltage circuits and causes problems with theft codes and/or no start situations. A lot of times people say this does not happen, but it usually does about one or two years after installation.

Answer 2

I installed one on our '99 Jeep. It is somewhat time consuming locating the correct wires to splice into etc. Your Pontiac has a passive security system which requires some additional work to get the starter to function correctly. I have a 2001 GrandAm, so when I was installing the on on the Jeep, I looked into it for the Grand Am as well. Did not feel it was worth it, but it is possible, and it done well, it won't damage your car.

Answer 3

dont do it yourself new cars sucks too many security bypass's and wires especially if your going to put in the keyless and trunk id take your car somewhere to have it done.