I maintain that my statement "if you do not have the code, you do not have the feature" is accurate. Unfortunately, I had the wrong code.

Should be VBS on a 2011 according to the list. They call it "2-way Advanced Remote Start."

The codes for 2011 are here: https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/gene...e2/#post476740

 

Ahhh, VBS, good find, Casa! And you even linked to the specific post, instead of just the top of the page that the post is on! It seemed like I was the only one doing that! Bravo, sir, well done!

 

2-way advanced remote is a different animal. It has an antenna in the qtr window, a range in excess of 1/2 mile and a fob that displays engine status, tire pressure and temp.

https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/gene...e-start-33381/

 

And on that list for 2011 codes is AP3 , so we’re back to “No AP3 , no remote start.

Don points out in post #4 the hood latch, no wire, no AP3.

 

There are RPO codes that were never actually available, like rear disk brakes on LS/LT, heavy duty wheels, heavy duty brakes.

The 2-way remote is covered in the service manual but, I don't think it was ever really available.

 

Like the backup camera, option

 

The 2-way remote fob actually displays:
date & time
current radio station settings
fuel level
odometer
tire pressure

As I understand it the RPO AP3 was not used after 2009 because someone remembered that RKE was standard equipment and they were confusing people because RVS was not.

2006-2009 AP3 actually means the hood ajar switch. In the service manual it is referred to as the AP3 switch.

For anyone interested there is a huge thread in the how-to library https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/how-...ion-ap3-28551/ that applies to 2008 for sure maybe 2006-2007 and some 2009 cars ordered from the factory with NO AP3.

 

I want one of THOSE remotes. Because, why wouldn't ya?

 

Actually, they are available from a bunch of after market places like Viper. Of course you have to rip out all of your existing system.

 

On the 2009 HHR it does not display radio or date. That depends on the vehicle and for some reason the HHR does not
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But I love my 2-way remote, had it installed at the dealer just after buying my 09 SS new.