Ford Quick Tips #87: The #1 Reason Your Ford Remote Start Stopped Working!

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In this video we show you the number one reason your Ford integrated remote start system is not working.
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@Alex-px2mb 2 года назад

It's also great that you continue to diagnose "older" vehicles because a lot of people are holding on to their cars and trucks right now, longer than they usually might. That's a great service to the public.

@Vortechtral 2 года назад

I don't think technicians pick and choose, unless they know they can't fix it, or even get parts for it, then they probably have to bite the bullet and say "sorry, can't fix this due to "x reason"" Or if they are just scummy and think they are only qualified to work on the newest only. If those people exist I hope I never meet them.

@webmentorpro 2 месяца назад

After hail damage repair, new fenders, the repair shop didn't install the hood close sensor, just left it laying on the fender wall - as the new fenders didn't have the right holes for the hood close sensor bracket. I made it work and installed it - Remote Start now works. Single beep lock. Thank you for this video.

@suzukirooster366 2 года назад

Brother, I have been trying to figure this out for a year, it was working fine and then just stopped, tried everything, and then saw your video….. Bingo I tilted it back up and it started 3 times back to back, thank you man, you’re way better than any shop or tech I’ve ever watched or learned from!!

@chieft3357 2 года назад

Great tip. You are making the Ford dealers a bit upset because you are depriving them of a diagnostic test and that could be as much as a $100.00 bill. I know you worked for a Ford dealer so you know what I'm talking about. This is for you Brian: a well done for telling Ford owners about a simple fix that could have cost them a lot. You're the man!!!

@3mate1 Год назад

I just picked up a used Expedition, 2019. My wife told me last night the remote Start wouldn't work, even though it worked at the dealership... This was exactly the issue. I had opened the hood to check the fluids when I got it yesterday. I checked the battery voltage, ran it for an hour last night and it still didn't work... but, once this guy said the the hood was open without an indicator light, i went AHA! so I popped her up, checked the switches(which were a different kind than this on a 2019) and closed the hood HARD. locked the car and it fired right up remotely. The damn Star Trek super computer didn't give me any indication something wasn't right with the hood, and it was closed tight but I guess she just needed a spanking to feel sexy. Thanks for the video, you saved me some embarrassment at the dealership and 100 bucks for a new battery.

@ARAYMUSIC2023 8 месяцев назад

You sir know your worth I hope. 3 years no remote start . Changed door locks hood switch and nothing. Nothing out there told me what 2 chirps meant anywhere! After your video I went and bypassed hood switch and for first time in 3 years plus it started. Thank you!

@brenthellewell610 2 года назад

My '12 F150 has had this exact problem for the past month. I was baffled until this post, now is working great. Your post was very timely especially for living in Phoenix ! Thank you ! 😊

@9HighFlyer9 2 года назад

Also in Phoenix, I didnt have the hood problem. I had the broken harness in drivers rear door. With the anemic AC in the 12th Gen trucks it needs all the time possible to cool it down.

@chenellemccall2820 6 месяцев назад

Man I tell you ❤It took me 2 mins I just got a 2015 Explorer got some work done remote start didn’t work . I found this video after 5 mins of watching went outside and fixed it in 30 seconds. Thank you 🙏🏾 5:20

@lifemp3222 6 месяцев назад

I’m about to go try this. I’ve tried everything on my 2014 explorer sport. Wish me luck

@gamerprestige7240 Год назад

Jeeeezus christ for yeaaaars my auto start hasn't been working. I chalked it up to all the work I've done to my engine. Delete kits, upgrades and tuning. I'm soooo happy to have found this video. Looks like mine was complete broken at the connector at closer inspection but I never realized it. Ordered a new one and got my auto start back! If I could this video extra thumbs up I would

@robertlafnear7034 10 месяцев назад

A BIG THANK YOU for posting this...... went out and re-shut all my F-250 doors and found and tested that under hood switch several times............ THE REMOTE START WORKS AGAIN.

@Johnny-ec9cf 5 месяцев назад

Wow!!! Bought a used truck and was told it didn’t work. Watched this video and had it fixed in less than 3 mins. Connector was unhooked! Thanks man

@sethreinoso845 20 дней назад

I just wanted to tell you how much I appreciate this video. There were 3-4 other videos I watched with different combinations but this one actually worked. Thank you

@rays7437 2 года назад

I see that issue mainly when the seasons change. The most common reason I see here in Southern California is that the check engine light is on. People here care more about the remote start than they do about the check engine light. (Yet supposedly the people here care about the environment. )

@2491kridge 2 года назад

How many of those people drive around with climate stickers on their car and a P0420 glowing in their face 🤣

@mvcharisma 2 года назад

Californians care more about virtue signaling

@smoody1982 Год назад

I swear to God I just did that quick fix 12-18-2022 and I had this problem in November didn’t know what happened seen this video and just did it and it works, I’m subscribed, thanks….

@D.C.RAYMAN 5 месяцев назад

Thanks a heap!!!!!!!!!!!! I thought two beeps was normal when locking my edge with remote. I quickly checked under the hood and my switch was unhooked. Reconnected and all good. Thanks again.

@patk8417 2 года назад

And it is always something simple like this. Thanks Brian, that will save a whole bunch of head scratching hair pulling and meter reading. Will make us all look like heroes and wizards and the like.

@richsaladin3178 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! I just brought a used expedition and remote start was not working. Watched this video and had it working within 5 minutes. You are awesome!!!

@70_Torino_Guy 11 месяцев назад

I just installed in my 2016 F350 6.2l... the remote start add on.. it worked fine for 3 days... then this happened.. VERY HAPPY YOU POSTED THIS. THANK YOU! fixed the problem.

@walterwaldner4111 4 месяца назад

Lovely this has been my problem off and on now for 5 years thank you kindly

@toddadamsaz Год назад

Thank you very much, had my engine rebuilt (5.0) 2012 F150 and the module you speak about was completely unplugged. After looking and pulling on wire from the drivers side I finally pulled on this module and it was stuck underneath hung on another wire. It was partially broken but was able to rig it to connect and BAM! it totally worked. Thank you and I do come to your channel quite often and you have helped me diagnose other problems I've had.

@DarrellKentner Год назад

My local dealership would have charged me 110 for a diagnosis, 120 for a new switch and bracket they need to order, and another 110 for the install a week later when the part shows up. Thanks, you just saved me $340!

@JBer89 10 месяцев назад

Wow every time I come to a Makuloco video he nails it! Unbelievable!

@bearing_aficionado 2 года назад

Awesome! Thanks for the video, Brian! Could not for the life of me figure out why sometimes remote start would work and sometimes it wouldn't.

@Dj_Nizzo Год назад

I brought my 2013 Ford Flex to ford, and even they couldn’t figure out how to fix this. They recommended I do a software update. After 3 years, I finally got my remote start back! THANK YOU!

@stevemorrow9923 2 года назад

Thanks for your advice. I got my 11 six. Two rafter a couple years ago. I just figured it didn’t work. Went out and did exactly what you said and now it works.

@lifemp3222 6 месяцев назад

THANK YOU SO MUCH!! I changed the battery, held the remote start button down, no check engine light, etc. went out to my 2014 explorer sport where the latch is in the front. Bent it up and little and boom! It started! Thank you again

@1Brianjohnson. Год назад

My remote start quit working , first thing I did was run to RU-vid ,lol. Found this video and gave it a try. This works people, try, It,I did and it worked and fixed the problem. Try it !

@voodooe99le 2 месяца назад

you the man, that was my issue too. readjust the hood sensor, boom. auto start works

@peterponticelli7900 2 года назад

Son of gun!!! Been trying to figure this out for months on a 2013…. Finally found your video and VOILA!!! WORKING AGAIN!!! Thanks!

@CKColovich91 Год назад

You just saved me from so much work! I opened the hood and the thing wasn’t even connected anymore after some service repairs were done!

@paulchandler427 Год назад

My friend, are u a lite in the dark. Was under the hood of my 1st gen Raptor, was working over the drivers fender (blanket over everything) tucking a relay 4 new Litebar out of the way > cked the Litebar operation when I was done (all good) >didn't try to remote start till yesterday > got (1) horn blast only (one ping only, plz) no start. Found ur video, pushed Perimeter Alarm Bracket up a scoch (as in your video) BANG ! She remote start w/ gusto ! Thank u soo much > Sir

@emac4925 17 дней назад

a glad I came upon your vide!! Just bought a 14 raptor and couldn’t figure out why it didn’t work did this just now after work and yup!! That’s what it was!!

@crowetrucking Год назад

This video saved me from the looney bin! Thank you so much! I’ve been fighting this issue since it started getting cold out. We had a few days sub zero and that’s when it started acting up.

@bobbyt3358 2 года назад

Thanks again Brian for a simple solution. We all thank ya.

@TheSpeciaIiste 3 месяца назад

Excellent video easy fix saves people a lot of trouble thanks so much✅😎

@ajadam3771 4 месяца назад

Just went outside, had it working within a minute. Thank you.

@Bobbob7850 Год назад

Thanks for the tip. My wife's 2018 Taurus remote start quit working. The Ford dealership wanted to keep the car for 4 days!!!! I opened the hood and the switch was bad, the spring was just laying there. $23 later a new switch from Ebay and it's fixed!

@247clewis 2 месяца назад

Thanks… Wouldn't Know what to do without these Videos

@russdohr319 4 дня назад

Thanks for the video! I’ve been trying to figure out my remote start in my 2012 F250 . My hood switch is a little different but that was the problem!

@petertzagarakis8739 8 месяцев назад

THANK YOU! This was driving me crazy. Such a simple fix.

@acemobile9806 2 года назад

Goes without saying to Also check your bodylines/hood alignment & adjust the stops as necessary. Great vid Brian as always 🥇

@sherryemerson98 2 года назад

Can we get some 6.2L Raptor videos? You’ve been so helpful with 5.4L 3v issues and have saved the life of my 2004 5.4L, but I’d love to see some vids on the 12th Gen 6.2L engines as well. I got a 2011 Raptor to maintain and I trust your videos the most. Thanks so much for all you do!

@mattmarkowski909 Год назад

I second this! Lots of good info for my 07 with the 5.4. I would love to see his maintenance techniques for the Gen 1 Raptors and the 6.2. My 13 Raptor needs a little TLC.

@KnottyRoots 7 месяцев назад

Such a simple thing, but had me stumped at the same time. Recently had my car serviced at the dealership, they must have removed the hood sensor to replace a recall. Went outside and found it disconnected. Doi!

@raftskibum 2 года назад

+1 for experiencing this. Whish you would've posted 5-8 years ago. I diagnosed on my own but only after MANY hours of head scratching. Then did it several years later only to forget the resolution and have to troubleshoot yet again........ note - almost always happens when I change driver side spark plugs.

@Vortechtral 2 года назад

With my old Edge (2013) in the winter I would remote start it 10-13min before we leave work. Sometimes we got caught up talking with someone, so when walking out I would start it back up, but it would not restart. Just give a few honks. Remote start never really had a problem for the most part, but every so often after the first start it wouldn't restart. Never really did anything to fix it, or dig any deeper then go out, start stop lock it, then it seemed to reset something to allow it to restart. (I used to start it half way through the night at work when it got super cold, since work doesn't give plugs for us to plug our vehicles into) but ultimately stopped doing that as well, as never noticed heat sooner or a smoother start. 4 hours is too long for that to matter, and the oil, coolant etc all gets back down to freaking cold that it simply was just a waste of gas)

@perrycupit4799 Год назад

Been trying to add remote start from 3 days now. And it was the fricking hood switch. Thanks

@richardlewis4288 2 года назад

This is the reason FTM is the renowned Ford guru.

@unclemarksdiyauto 2 года назад

What a great tip! I can see how easy it would be to bend this switch out of alignment.

@_valles3438 7 месяцев назад

Thanks man! Helpful video!! My aunt has an edge and being 2011 I'm confident the vehicle should have an alarm system but for the life of me I cannot get it to arm, maybe it too has a hood switch!!

@stevenryan4635 Год назад

Thank you.... took all of about 3 seconds and she fired right up..... Thanks for saving me a bunch of time and headaches lol

@brokengimemorials4130 11 месяцев назад

Thank youso much. When they put the new motor in, they put the wiring into a hole that comes off the coolant and never plugged it back in. Again thanks.

@braveheart8552 Год назад

Thank you so much in my case ford focus 2015 it was the trunk but your video made me think of it.

@jiggidyjam 2 года назад

Wow you just saved a lot of people a lot of money

@vesikoluse4962 Год назад

I replace the alternator of my truck after that my key not working I only started from inside it’s been 2 years now but every time I lock my truck it’s peep 2time now I know the problem thank you so much I’m so happy because it’s winter now I can start my truck to warm up from inside my house

@edwardmilano4610 2 года назад

I wish ftm had a list of quality independent mechanics around the country. Ford tech makuloco certified or something. I live in northeast and need a local mechanic like you.

@solomangrundy7535 2 года назад

Thanks brother my 2012 F150 just started doing this.

@gene2200 10 месяцев назад

Drove all over St Louis 40yrs ago installing auto alarms with those brackets, was surprised to see one on my 14 f150. Water would set them off...were a pita some days

@MrHerrjon 2 года назад

I've seen that same behavior if the vehicle is accidentally turned off while in gear. It's not something that is normally done but if you experience random times that the remote start doesn't work and just beeps at you then just do a power cycle on the vehicle and be sure to turn it off with the gear selector in park.

@62ejo 2 года назад

Thxs Brian very good info thxs again.....

@jerbou71 5 месяцев назад

Thank you this worked for my 13 f150. Great video.

@nickayivor8432 2 года назад

SUBSTANTIAL FordTechMakuloco Thank you very much for sharing what you know with us great video👍 Take care and have a great day FordTechMakuloco From Nick Ayivor from London England UK 🇬🇧

@flacoface Год назад

Thanks. I had the exact same problem after changing the intermediate steering column. I must have bent the switch down while leaning into the vehicle.

@Twobarpsi 2 года назад

Best Ford content anywhere!!

@mojo4376 Год назад

Love your channel Brian.

@TrusttheprocessB 11 месяцев назад

Thanks! I will try this on my 2014 Explorer tomorrow.

@andyjprice7492 Год назад

just "fixed" my remote start in about 5 seconds. Much appreciated.

@TwilightZoneX 2 года назад

Wow. Perfect tip! Thanks.

@Sam-zk6es Год назад

You are my problem solver, this has been giving me headaches for days.

@sdsuch4353 2 года назад

Thanks, FTM. For all your experience and shared knowledge! We try to check all your vids out and share, even if it's not our particular vehicle.

@ciriacovaldez4364 Год назад

great work, i just checked mine... couldn't find the switch, the more I looked, someone had removed the switch from the bracket and left it hanging (hidden). The nut was still on the post. Thanks so much!

@raymanrayman626 2 месяца назад

Thank you for the help. Worked like a charm.

@fidelnorzagaray1987 Год назад

I will try that right now , thanks.

@chrisphillips9498 Год назад

Damn hood switch got me... talk about the most frustrating thing until you figure it out. Just had to bend it back and was good to go.

@gr8juan1 2 года назад

Great tip !! Thanks

@LeandroPereira-vw5zs 2 года назад

i had that issue on my previously mkt, auto start would not work and I didn't know this. now for future I know thanks

@mikeaho4143 2 года назад

Great info Brian . Thanks for sharing.

@richardl.993 2 года назад

Great tip! Simple no parts or tools needed fix.

@karleck1119 2 года назад

Double thumbs up

@300DBenz 2 года назад

Had the exact same thing happen.....on a early 2000s Mazda truck with an aftermarket remote start system. Turned out the switch itself was bad.

@TiffanyBrooks-ln1qn 8 месяцев назад

Thanks worked perfect!!

@wippdriver1 2 года назад

You're a genius!

@D1G1TALSYNAPS3 Год назад

I forgot to hit lock before the engine turn button. So dumb. Thanks bro.

@ChopsDV8 Год назад

Thanks man! Saved me again! Worked like a charm!

@brianbaker2062 Год назад

Beautiful. You did your good dead for life on this video

@alb12345672 2 года назад

I never saw a 6.2L on your channel. That is why I finally got a 2011 6.2L Platinum. Looks like this truck.

@johnpatillo5203 2 года назад

How has it been holding up is it hard on fuel?

@alb12345672 2 года назад

@@johnpatillo5203 I drive it very,very easy and it could touch 16mpg average. Cruise control always used. I bought a set of coils with very good reviews from Amazon, because the OEMs were sparking. In the worst case, I can put the new boots on the old coils which are still good. If you drive it harder, expect mid 12s. Driving it easy will also extend its life. It is 186K and runs like a new truck. Neighbor has a newer 5.0 (2019 I think) , he tried it, and said he would believe his truck has 180K before mine. It also don't have electric power steering, so one less thing to worry. The only rare thing I read is they break valve springs. Easy fix. And even rarer, that could drop a valve and destroy it, but it is lottery odds. They are selling pretty much the same motor as a base in a brand new 23 superduty, Ford don't play games with reliability there. I read the brochure when they had it on the F-150, they said the 6.2L isn't for everyone but those who really know what they want :lol: It is basically a large bulletproof crown vic engine, with a reliable VVT added (nothing like the 5.4, it is torque based). They even share the same PCV and thermostat.

@Dirtyharry70585 2 года назад

Nothin to do with locks….. Got my f150 into ford dealer at 59960 for phasers. It had all the tsb program crap done per ford and Monday- Tuesday to do all phasers, chains and guides. Wednesday to verify no leaks from over night. 🤞🏼

@timf6916 2 года назад

Good information

@okiinu 2 года назад

Bingo, thank you. Mine wasn't bent, it was broken. 2015 Explorer.

@thesillyquestions Год назад

Dude Ford should pay you. I bought an expedition just because of you

@Coupe420 Год назад

I have a 2013 f150 stock remote start. I don't have to hit the lock twice, and it doesn't beep at all. It beeps when I lock the doors or hit the panic. If my truck is locked or unlocked, a double tap of the start button locks the doors flashes the lights and starts. No horn involved. My 2015 fusion requires thar double tap of lock first, but my f150 and 2013 taurus sel both start without locking the doors first and no beeps. The only way to know if it started is to look out and see if the lights are on. In the fusion it has the 2way fob so it turns green when the car starts. The only vehicle I have that does the same as that one is my wife's '23 explorer. It beeps requires double taping both buttons, and has the 2way key so it turns green. Out of my 4 fords with all factory parts, they all do something a tiny bit different than the others. One thing is true on them all... doors have to be closed. Actually on my f150, I don't even have to double tap the start. If I hold it down for 5 sec, the doors lock, lights flash and it starts, and my key doesn't have a 2x on the start button. I wonder why mine seem to all be different. Maybe Canada vs usa market. 3 of mine are canadian.

@Alex-px2mb 2 года назад

A "back to basics" example that occurs all the time on modern cars. "Is that switch making contact?" "Which one?" Well, they all have to do what they're supposed to do or the computer Shows You the Hand. Nice job and very instructive. This applies to all kinds of machinery as well, not just cars and trucks. A momentary contact switch isn't "making" at the right time and these problems can become very tough to diagnose. Then you realize: "Oh, yeah, that tab got bent a little....which moved the switch....." And I especially liked your little tidbit about no mice having eaten away at the wiring. It happens! Park the car for a week, a mouse gets in there and starts chewing...then you're pulling your hair out: "It worked great last week!" but the mouse had other ideas...

@fredwreckk42000 Год назад

Bro your awesome thank you !!

@shadetreetech 2 года назад

I love this channel!

@cap2c484 2 года назад

Such great information. Thanks so much for all of the content!!

@Symbioticfarms Год назад

Awesome work like a charm

@Photoshopmanipulator 2 года назад

great show I have a 2010 navigator L some times in the summer only I hear clicking sound in back of the radio this happens when the AC is not running. The AC and heat cools and heat great ,the clicking only happen in the summer, maybe about 9 or 10 clicks then stops.I replaced the 2 of the Blend Door Actuator in back of the radio. any reason the clicking comes and goes when every thing is turn off and why the summer only. thank you. love your shows. you know your stuff.