Experiencing issues with your Hornet car alarm remote after a battery change or getting a new remote? You’re not alone. Many car owners face the frustration of a non-responsive remote, but thankfully, reprogramming your Hornet car alarm remote is often a straightforward process you can do yourself. This guide, brought to you by the car repair experts at carcodereader.store, will walk you through the steps to get your remote working again.
Programming Your Hornet Remote: A Step-by-Step Guide
Before you begin, locate the valet switch in your vehicle. This is usually a small black push button, not a flip switch, and its location can vary depending on your car model and the installer. Common places include under the dashboard, near the steering column, or in the glove compartment.
Method 1: Single Press Valet Switch Programming
This is a common method for DEI (Directed Electronics, Inc.) products, which include Hornet alarms.
- Open your car door and turn the ignition to the “ON” position. Do not start the engine.
- Locate the valet switch and press and release it once.
- Immediately press and hold the valet switch again.
- While holding the valet switch, press the lock button on your Hornet remote.
- Release the valet switch and turn the ignition off.
Listen for the alarm to chirp a few times. This indicates that the system has exited the programming mode. Test your remote to see if all functions are working. In some cases, as seen in user experiences, this method might only program the lock button initially. If you find only the lock button working, proceed to Method 2 for programming all buttons.
Method 2: Multiple Press Valet Switch Programming for Full Functionality
If Method 1 only partially programmed your remote, or if you need to program all buttons including remote start and auxiliary functions, try this method which involves pressing the valet switch multiple times.
- Open your car door and turn the ignition to the “ON” position. (Do not start the engine).
- Locate the valet switch.
- Press and release the valet switch rapidly eight times.
- Press and hold the valet switch on the eighth press. You should hear the siren chirp eight times, confirming the system is ready to receive the transmitter signal.
- While still holding the valet switch, press the lock button on your Hornet remote. You should hear a confirmation chirp.
- Release the valet switch and turn the ignition off.
Now, test all the buttons on your remote, including lock, unlock, siren/panic, auxiliary, and remote start if your system is equipped with these features. This method should program all the functions of your Hornet remote, ensuring complete control over your car alarm system.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully program your Hornet car alarm remote. If you continue to experience issues, it’s recommended to consult your Hornet alarm system’s manual or seek assistance from a professional car alarm installer. Visit carcodereader.store for more car maintenance and troubleshooting guides.
