well as u mentioned watching the dash. Look to the left inside the circle. ON the top right usually or left, there is a Green key symbol. place key into ignition and see it flash. It will stop after 15-20 seconds. If it doesnt and keeps flashing, try to start it. the car should not turn over completly. it will just crank and crank-meaning there are issues with the factory transponder ring. If this is the case. the way to "bypass" your system would mean spending 30-40 dollars to pick up an aftermarket bypass kit that will MOCK your key during remote start. as for the ignition, it seems ok. not too sure but im betting on the factory immobilzer. I have only seen one fail, but this was due to an improper installation of a starter. just another random question for you. have the keys been placed close to a magnet? i know its random as hell, but there has been issues of this happening befor.