Do you really need to crank car engine before using; or can you just turn car key to "accessory" position(and not start engine)?
266670
I have never had to start the car. It works just fine just from the battery.
266671
When the car engine is running the alternator raises the battery to over 13 volts. The power needed for the compressor is the voltage times the current. Therefore the higher the voltage the lower the needed current. You have a lesser chance of exceding the current limit and blowing the fuse.
266672
I just turn the unit on before connecting to the tire - that way it's not under a load when you turn it on. Vehicle does not need to be running.
266673
Your battery by itself will produce a lower voltage than the alternator of your running car. When voltage drops, amperage draw goes up. At best this can result in a blown fuse. At worst, this can burn out the windings in the compressor motor sooner. Most higher draw car electronics are designed and optimized with a running vehicle in mind. I would recommend starting the car for the best protection of the compressor, your fuses, and your battery, as well as better performance.
266674
no you don't have to, I do because when the engine is running there's less draw power on the fuses...or so I have be told.
266675
Most of the time I crank the engine in order to put less ware and tear on my battery. But I have used it without turning the engine on. The instructions, if I recollect, advise turning the engine on. It has been very, very cold in my part of the country lately so I turn the engine over to inflate my bike tires. Hope the answer helps you.
266676
I think they don't want customers complaining that it drained the battery and they got stranded because they could not start the car afterwards. With the engine running there's no chance of that happening.
1069255
only if your car's battery is old, and on its last legs. it WILL NOT HURT to have the engine running, but it is not necessary unless your battery is old and so weak that it might not start your car if you ran this compressor for 5-10 mins. any battery in good shape will handle it without the engine running.
307484
Linda is wrong! DO NOT turn on your engine ... this can supply an OVERVOLTAGE to the outlet and damage the pump. If the outlet is dead without turning the key, then turn the key to the first position (Accessory), and this should turn on the outlet.
2007845
from what i googled, the instructions told me to turn the key WITHOUT starting the car 8 times. on the eight time leave it in the on position then hit one of the buttons on the fob. then turn key to the off position and remove the key. Push another button on the fob to ensure the programming took. good luck. try URL http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mG3R58-24QU (copy and paste into browser
1069257
You turn key as if you want to listen to the radio, without turning the engine on. It works really well and fast.
927421
Not a chance. The metal key is only for entry. The key Fob is what will start the engine
1288789
No. Connect to a fuse that turns off with the ignition and is not overloaded with other things such as the radio and you will be fine. I did this 2 years ago and have had no issues.
2241146
you can start it via the pull rope, but the electric start is much easier especially when the engine is cold. I have not tried the pull rope in cold start conditions, but it worked just fine when I used it to restart the engine.
1197851
You place it into the ignition with the fob showing the lock unlock buttons towards the driver door, then turn on the vehicle. The "key" that comes in fob is to unlock drivers door only. It is not for the ignition. This is good to have in case your battery is dead and the electronic door locks do not work.
721802
Its very easy I Google the same question. You put the key in the ignition, turn the key to the on positon 8times with in 10seconds make sure you stop on the on position 8th time the car will do a cycle with the locks, indicating its ready to program. Just press the unlock or lock on the fab. And the car should do a cycle indicating the programming is completed now you could turn the key to the off position
288066
No you don't need to manually switch it on/ off, when you start your car engine, this video Camera Recorder automaticaly run record by itself.
1570755
The only way to use the remote starter on some manual transmission if you don't have to press the clutch to start the car.Otherwise you can you use it on any manual transmissions.
956125
Turn the ignition from OFF to RUN (don't actually turn the car on) do this 4 times in 3 seconds, ending in the OFF position. The system will chime to confirm you have entered the programming mode. If it doesn't chime, either you didn't do it fast enough (open and close driver door and try again) or this procedure is not the correct one for you. If it does chime, within 10 seconds of the chime push any button on the keyless remote. The system will chime again to confirm programming is complete. Turn ignition to run to exit programming mode. You have to do these steps quickly and leave key in ignition the whole time. Turn the ignition from OFF to RUN (don't actually turn the car on) do this 4 times in 3 seconds, ending in the OFF position. The system will chime to confirm you have entered the programming mode. If it doesn't chime, either you didn't do it fast enough (open and close driver door and try again) or this procedure is not the correct one for you. If it does chime, within 10 seconds of the chime push any button on the keyless remote. The system will chime again to confirm programming is complete. Turn ignition to run to exit programming mode. You have to do these steps quickly and leave key in... » Read More Turn the ignition from OFF to RUN (don't actually turn the car on) do this 4 times in 3 seconds, ending in the OFF position. The system will chime to confirm you have entered the programming mode. If it doesn't chime, either you didn't do it fast enough (open and close driver door and try again) or this procedure is not the correct one for you. If it does chime, within 10 seconds of the chime push any button on the keyless remote. The system will chime again to confirm programming is complete. Turn ignition to run to exit programming mode. You have to do these steps quickly and leave key in ignition the whole time. « Show Less
2045605
Turn your key on and off until your door locks go on and off (don't start your car) then push the lock key on the remote key fob and you should be good to go.
411903
You probably can program the key to open the doors but not to start the engine.. You need specialized computer software that only a locksmith or dealer will have.
1298344
It's not necessary, but you will lose a little bit of power down low. If you're throwing a CEL, you need to run a defouler for the o2 sensor. I would recommend a tune (eventually), but you should still be ok.
1370367
No! Just got one and it only works with key on engine off. Engine will not start , just cranks. Connect the Bluetooth while engine running kills engine. I'm pissed.