2002 Mazda Protege New battery sets off car alarm

2002 MAZDA PROTEGE

48,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC

MRTG

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When we attempt to connect the cables to a new car battery, the car alarm is activated and won't stop, even with the remote. What is the trick to connect the cables and stop the alarm?

Oct 23, 2010 at 8:42 AM

KHLOW2008

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Hi mrtg,

Thank you for the donation.

After the battery is connected, use the remote to disarm it.

If the remote does not work, close all doors and use the key to lock and unlock the doors. If it still does not stop, insert key in ignition and turn it on.

Is the alarm factory or after market?

Oct 23, 2010 at 9:05 AM

MRTG

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Thanks for your quick reply. It's a factory-installed alarm.

Oct 23, 2010 at 9:38 AM

KHLOW2008

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When using the remote to disarm, close all doors and disarm the hood switch.

Did the above work?

Oct 23, 2010 at 9:50 AM