Remote start

I heard today that it's possible to hack the 3rd gen key fab to do be able to activate remote start capability. Was wondering if there's any truth to this

 

No

 

There is no hack for the key fob, but there is a remote start system that lets you use the key fob to remote start the truck.

 

I see. Do you have a link for the system?

 

Not sure if it's this one or not. I recommend you verify with your dealer to check cross compatibility first. http://parts.atkinsontoyotasouthdal...FOrXktb0L6ZrmlOoKovWsbxMmvoCBM4a5HBoCd9bw_wcB

 

Awesome! Thank You

 

I just had one installed and it uses the oem key fob... Click lock button 3 times and it starts. Not sure the brand.

 

do you know what kind of installation is required for this?

 

Would be great if you could find out the brand & model.

 

I will look on the reciept I got from the the installer to see if it's shown.

 

Directed DBALL2 bypass

It taps into about 15 wires and allows you to use the oem remote to start the vehicle

https://www.directechs.com/VehicleCompatibility.aspx?p=-1&v=10468&ps=1&s=0&c=0

Click the more details on it and it will show all the features. I would bet money this is what was installed in his truck, it 35 bucks on Amazon prime. I ordered it a few weeks ago just haven't had the time to install yet.

 

This is what I found on the reciept:

Item# ADS-AL-CA

I googled it and got this
http://www.idatalink.com/product/product/product_id/1

 

No I have never installed one

 

I had remote start installed by the dealer and it uses the factory remote. If I did it over again, I would go with an aftermarket fob for longer range, feedback, and not killing the engine when opening the door.

 

I hate the opening door kill part. Have this on my wifes 16 Rav4 SE. Very annoying

 

The door kill does suck.

 

Local installers are telling me even the aftermarket ones are still shutting off when the door is opened as well.

Toyota is the only one I know of doing this. My wife is little pissed at me over it. I got rid of her 16' pilot due to issues dealer didn't want to address. Forced her into a highlander with the agreement that I would have remote start added. Needless to say that didn't work out. She says if it cuts off don't waste my time or money.

 

Even if it off atleast the engine has warmed up at that point.... Better than a cold start imo.

 

Several threads on this already, I'd recommend using the search function. I'm on my iPad and can't easily go find those threads for you. Fortin is one brand that's an easy install, others out there too.