The SKSNG907 and SKSNG907RV remote start have built-in diagnostic codes that will flash both the parking lights (easiest place to view is on instrument cluster) and an LED on the SmartKey Starter® module. The number of flashes will correspond to an error code which will assist with troubleshooting.
Error Code = # of Parking Light / Turn Signal Flashes
1
Not used
2
Low fuel shutoff
*When enabled (custom setting by request), vehicle will not remote start when fuel level is below 1/4 tank. Note this also can be error 12, depending on the firmware version.
Remedy (if enabled): Fill fuel tank to level > 1/4 tank.
3
Not used
4
Error: Valet mode (remote start off)
Remedy: Enable remote start on (valet mode off) using menu. Instructions for valet mode
Instructions for disabling valet mode (turning remote start on) without menu
Menu instructions (remote start on/off is first option)
5
Error: No communication with PCM module
Remedy: Power cycle SKSPCM module. Checking wiring for loose wires, loose connections, or bent pins.
6
Error: Improper key takeover
Remedy: Ensure proper key takeover procedure (click here for Step 21 on installation manual)
7
Error: Hood open *
- Custom setting by request. Vehicle does not come with OEM hood pin. If option is activated, hood pin must be installed.
Remedy (if enabled and hood pin installed): Close hood
8
Error: RPM over-rev
High RPMs were detected. Check to ensure that vehicle is operating normally. Double check to make sure that error code is actually 8 flashes. Contact Mid City Engineering if 8 flash error persists and vehicle is operating normally.
9
Error: Vehicle does not see key
Remedy: Check key in box and key in box connection. See steps 17-19 in installation manual.
- Check battery emulator connection. Make sure that it is facing correct orientation.
- Ensure key box is plugged into SmartKey Starter® module
- Verify that key in box key is working properly (remove key from box, insert battery, test with push to start). If key does not work- try starting with key in emergency slot (below cupholders) and let run for at least 1 minute- then shutdown vehicle and try key in key box again. Key can lose sync with vehicle.
10
Error: Variant wrong
Note: this error should not occur on modules labeled V5.23 or above. If system has older version (<5.23), contact Mid City Engineering for variant override instructions.
== 11==
Valet mode (remote starter off) from analog switch.
12
Low fuel shutoff
*When enabled (custom setting by request), vehicle will not remote start when fuel level is below 1/4 tank. Note this also can be error2, depending on the firmware version.
Remedy (if enabled): Fill fuel tank to level > 1/4 tank.
13
Overheat
*Vehicle overheated while remote started.
14
Parking brake off (if enabled).
*The default settings do not require parking brake to be engaged in order to remote/auto start, but if that option has been turned on and the parking brake is not engaged, there will be error code 14 when auto start is attempted
15
Vehicle not in Park