If you lost the keychain, He ran out of battery or doesn't work, and the car is screaming on the road - don't panic. All alarms StarLine (A91, A9, B9, A94, A61, etc.) Can emergency shutdown without a key fob in 20 seconds. In this article - universal algorithm, model instructions, Where to find the Valet button in popular cars (Solaris, Creta, Priora) and What to do if nothing works.
🚨 Emergency Instructions: If you're on the road NOW
⏱️ You have 20 seconds after opening the door!
- Open the door with the key → the siren will sound.
- Turn on the ignition (do not start the engine!).
- Find the Valet button (see table below for your car).
- Press it the required number of times. (see table for StarLine model).
- Turn off the ignition → the siren will turn off.
✅ Done! The car is no longer armed. You can call a tow truck or take it to a service center.
Where is the Valet button located in popular cars?
Many people can’t turn off StarLine because can't find the Valet button. Here's where to look for it:
| Automobile | Where to find the Valet button |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Solaris / Kia Rio / Kreta | Under the panel to the left of the steering wheel, in the glove compartment or behind the plug on the center console |
| Lada Priora / Kalina / Granta | Under the steering column, next to the brake pedal or in the fuse box |
| Toyota RAV4 / Corolla | Under the driver's seat or in the glove compartment |
| Volkswagen Polo / Tiguan | Behind the plug on the central panel or in the niche under the steering wheel |
| Chevrolet Niva | Under the dashboard, next to the immobilizer unit |
💡 The valet button is small, often black, and unmarked. It may be hidden under a cover or in another location (see photo).
How to disable StarLine without a key fob: instructions by model
StarLine A91, A94, A61, A93 (Dialog, CAN+LIN)
- Open the door → the siren will turn on.
- For 20 seconds turn on the ignition.
- Press the Valet button 3 times.
- Turn off the ignition → the siren will turn off.
✅ Suitable for: Hyundai Solaris, Kia Rio, Lada Vesta, Toyota Camry, etc.
StarLine A9, A8
- Open the door → siren.
- Turn on the ignition.
- Press the Valet button 4 times.
- Turn off the ignition.
StarLine B9 (Dialog, Twage)
- Open the door → siren + 4 flashes of the parking lights.
- Turn on the ignition.
- Press Valet 3 times.
- Turn off ignition → 2 confirmation signals.
StarLine A6
Required code (default is 11).
- Open the door → siren.
- Turn on the ignition → press Valet 1 time (the first digit of the code).
- Turn the ignition off and on again → press Valet 1 time (second digit).
- Turn off the ignition → the alarm is disabled.
⚠️ If you don't know the code — Contact the installation center. Without code A6 can't be turned off.
What to do if you can't turn it off?
1. Didn't make it within 20 seconds?
Close the door, wait 10 seconds and repeat from the beginning.
2. Didn't find the Valet button?
Check:
- Under the steering column,
- In the glove compartment,
- Behind the plugs on the center console,
- Under the driver's seat.
3. The car is not responding?
Maybe:
- The main battery (12V) is dead - check the voltage.
- The alarm system is installed incorrectly - call auto electrician.
📞 For roadside assistanceTell the tow truck driver, "I have StarLine, I need to disable it through Valet." Many drivers know this procedure.
What NOT to do
- Do not disconnect the power supply to the alarm system. (removing the terminal) - this can cause errors in the on-board network.
- Don't press buttons randomly - you can activate the alarm mode.
- Do not leave your car with the siren on. — the battery will run out in 1–2 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is it possible to completely disconnect StarLine from the power supply while on the road?
Technically yes, but not recommended. This can lead to failures in the CAN bus, especially on modern cars (Kia, Hyundai, Toyota).
What to do if the Valet button does not work?
It may not have been connected during installation. Contact the service center where you installed the alarm.
How do I disable StarLine on a tow truck?
The same thing applies to the valet button. Tow truck drivers often ask, "Disable the alarm, or I won't take you.".
Is it possible to disable StarLine without Valet?
No. The Valet button is mandatory element emergency shutdown in all StarLine models.
«If you often lose your keychain, write down the code и Take a photo of the location of the Valet button. Save the photo to your phone. It will save you hours of stress on the road.".
— Sergey, an auto electrician with 12 years of experience, Moscow
What to do after disconnection?
- Get to the service center and check the key fob/antenna.
- Replace the battery in the key fob (usually CR2032).
- Check with the installer, where exactly the Valet button is located in your car - ask them to mark it with a marker.
Source: instructions, auto electrician practices, owner reviews.