remote start most the time it doesnt?

2011 FORD F-150
140,000 MILES • 1.3L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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NOAHGLENN
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My truck will not remote start with the key fob. Sometimes it does nut most the time it doesnt. Sometimes it will halfway turn over but not fully and sometimes it will do nothing.
Jan 13, 2026 at 11:01 PM
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STRAILER
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Hello,

This is a common problem with these trucks when the battery is low in the remote, have you changed it yet? If not start there. Also, if the hood is open or the hood switch thinks the hood is open it will not allow the engine to crank over and you will have a hood warning light in the cluster. This goes for the door "ajar" light as well. How new is the main truck 12 volt battery? This can cause issues as well, please get back to me with more information so I can help you fix it. This video will show you hoe to change the battery out on the remote.

https://youtu.be/OmDqeLKsweI

Ken
Jan 15, 2026 at 3:37 AM
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NOAHGLENN
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The battery is brand new
Jan 18, 2026 at 1:50 AM
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STRAILER
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Which battery is now the remote or the 12 volt battery in the truck?
Jan 18, 2026 at 1:51 AM
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NOAHGLENN
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I’m not sure
Jan 18, 2026 at 11:16 PM
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STRAILER
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You can take the battery to the auto parts store for testing, this will help.
Jan 18, 2026 at 11:16 PM
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