While the passenger side door may work, it is more likely it will work on the driver’s side. If the door is already locked, simply unlock it. If the alarm doesn’t stop, try locking it an unlocking it again.
If the door locks do not respond, the batteries may be dead in the key fob. Replace the batteries and try again. If the doors unlock and the alarm continues to go off, there may be a specific way to turn off the alarm for the aftermarket model you may have. If it has a “switch” turn it to the “on” position. Hold the black button down and press the gas pedal at the same time while the key turned to the on position in the ignition. Hold until you hear fast beeps indicating the alarm has been reset.
Most panic alarms will shut off on their own after a certain amount of time. The panic alarm may not shut off when you start the car, but will if you begin to drive.
Turning the key in the ignition should reset the alarm, but that may not always be the case.
Every auto maker uses different car alarms, so some may require a specific action be taken before the alarm will shut down. You may need to repeat an action a certain number of times to reset the computer, such as locking and unlocking the door.
Be careful when removing plastic trim pieces of your interior, as they may be brittle and prone to breaking. Place trim pieces off to the side to ensure you don’t step or sit on them as you work. A key is typically required to gain access to the fuse boxes on newer vehicles.
You may be able to locate a diagram of your fuse box online if you don’t have one available to you. The fuse box diagram will be in your vehicle’s repair manual if you have one.
The alarm will shut off immediately when you remove the correct fuse. Some aftermarket car alarms may not have a fuse in the fuse box.
If the alarm comes back on, you will likely need to take the vehicle to be repaired by a professional. If the alarm comes back on a few minutes after you reinsert the fuse, something must be setting it off, such as a faulty key fob or an issue with the electronic control unit of the vehicle.
Always wear eye protection when working on your vehicle, especially when dealing with electrical components. Gloves can protect your hands from pinches, scrapes and the heat of the engine bay.
If you are having difficulty locating your battery, refer to your owner’s manual to help you find it. There may be a protective cover over your battery in the engine bay that you may need to remove in order to find it.
Tuck the ground cable alongside the battery to ensure it can’t accidentally come back into contact with the negative terminal. You will not need to remove the positive cable from the battery.
Most factory alarms do not come equipped with a backup battery. If you are unable to locate the backup battery, it will eventually die if disconnected from the primary battery for too long.
Forcing your vehicle’s computer to reset will also result in losing your radio station presets and having to reset the clock in your vehicle.
Ensure the battery cables are secure and replace any covers you may have removed to gain access to the battery. Start the car to make sure there are no further issues.
