[sp4149]

After the bumper bender (left rear) ten days ago, the keyless entry has become non-responsive. It's a Bulldog from Pepboys wired per previous posted instructions. At this time all the remote buttons do not work. Also the trunk key does not release the lock. However the lock button on the console will lock and unlock the car doors and the trunk release button will open the trunk if the ignition switch is on. Sometimes after using the door lock switch on the console the remote lock and unlock buttons work for one cycle. Battery is ok in the remote key fob. Anyone have any ideas as to what has happened?



-sp4149

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[Greimann]

Double check the wiring at the relay in the trunk. If you had a hit there, then maybe something jostled loose.



Also, disconnect the battery for more than 2 minutes to let the remote box reset. Sometimes it needs to be reset like that if it looses connection code with the fob.

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[flash]

mine has done this twice - most annoying - do as dave said



if you cut power, i believe you also have to reset the second fob

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[rustech]

Too bad everybody jumped on the Bulldog wagon (I call it propaganda) when any system will work (and better systems available). Being the pioneer, I've never had a problem with my CSI unit. If the looks of the key fob of the bulldog was the only reason not to buy it, it would be enough.

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[flash]

it happens - i did it myself - perhaps i should have waited - what did it for me was the trunk release retaining its factory function, as well as the fob function - also, i didn't like the delay in release activation - that hadn't been worked out at the time



have you resolved that? i wasn't aware of it



far too often people buy something because of the hype, and not real results - you can't beat it into them though - you know - horse and water - trust me, i've tried (chips, exhaust, strut tower braces, shocks, the list goes on)



they continue to buy stuff that is less than what they could have, for no apparent reason - go figure



i'm not inclined to change now (ok - maybe if it dies again) but if you have a better solution, that retains all the features, i'm in

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[Greimann]

The bulldog is functional, inexpensive and the fob looks good. It worked for me and I shared my experience. If there are better systems out there, speak up!

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[flash]

and thank you - i have enjoyed it, in spite of the 2 glitches



of course, i would still consider something better, but i am happy with this

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[rustech]

All units retain all the features and can be used in the same way. The only differences might be output polarity (which most are all the same), key fob looks, and push button delay (I like the delay on the trunk so it only opens when intentional). They all install easily.



Thus far, issues I've heard of regarding the bulldog include the print on the buttons wearing off, the buttons getting pressed in the pocket because they protrude beyond the housing, the key fob being huge, some remotes opening other cars, the remotes becoming inactive, and the unit needing occasional resetting.



Add ten dollars to the price of the bulldog, and there are ten times as many options.



Here's a photo of my fob for my CSI unit:

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[GuardsRedCoupe]

[quote name='rustech' date='Feb 8 2006, 02:05 PM']Being the pioneer, I've never had a problem with my CSI unit.

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All hail Captain Meriwether Rustech!



[quote name='rustech' date='Feb 8 2006, 02:05 PM']If the looks of the key fob of the bulldog was the only reason not to buy it, it would be enough.

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I'm gonna assume you're talking about the first generation Bulldog keyfobs, because I'd say the second generation keyfobs are about as close to OEM as I've seen.

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[rustech]

[quote name='GuardsRedCoupe' date='Feb 9 2006, 06:38 AM']All hail Captain Meriwether Rustech!

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No problem, you can make the payments to my paypal account.

I'm gonna assume you're talking about the first generation Bulldog keyfobs, because I'd say the second generation keyfobs are about as close to OEM as I've seen.

And this relates to what?

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