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Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by jimsmithrn, Jan 20, 2016.

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  1. Feb 3, 2017 at 10:18 AM
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    That's one way to keep folks from borrowing your truck... :eek:
     
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    Go with the Viper smart start and be able to unlock/lock and start your truck anywhere in the world from your smart phone
     
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  3. Aug 24, 2017 at 10:35 AM
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    i was quoted a Compustar Drone Mobile, Security, and smart start for just a little over 500$ w/ install at Best Buy. is this a good deal? i want the drone mobile so i can only have one FOB.

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    You can do it for much cheaper with the kb voodoo kit and SmartStart module from Directed/Viper.

    here is the link to kit http://www.kbvoodoo.com/shop/remote-start-kit-for-toyota-tacoma-2016-2017
    Link to SmartStart
    Directed Electronics Smart Start Interface Module Add on DSM300
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ZJBE7OK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
     
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  5. Aug 24, 2017 at 3:43 PM
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    As @ratcityrain mentions, you can do it a LOT cheaper if you DIY. Scroll to my signature for my DIY writeup. .

    @KB Voodoo option is also good if you want some of the stuff done for you already, and support if you need it.
     
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    @gpb has a great write up on how to install both remote start and Smart Start
     
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    Thanks. Been loving mine on hot Georgia summer days. Leave the AC cranked to MAX and remote-start the truck from my phone a few minutes before I go out to it. SmartStart is also real handy for those "wait, did I lock it or not" moments as I'm walking into the building... Just issue the lock command from my phone and all is well. :)
     
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    We have had a mild summer here in WA state, but I still use it all the time

    I did notice the other day that mine did not lock from the app on my phone, but remote start from phone still works. Been too lazy to troubleshoot lol
     
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  9. Aug 24, 2017 at 4:20 PM
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    I have PTS are there any remote start options that:
    1. either use your current FOB or completely replace your fob?
    and
    2. don't have to stop the engine when you get in the truck?
     
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  10. Aug 24, 2017 at 4:31 PM
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    Tons for #1, zero for #2
     
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    Yeah, I get it. Busy here this summer. Check the Lock lines. That's the likely culprit. Past that I don't know.

    As @KB Voodoo states, Pretty much all the remote starts are for PTS Tacomas. They're the ones that are "remote-start-ready" and don't need a fancy setup.

    The stop the engine when you open the door thing is Toyota. Want it to be different, you either need to switch to a non-PTS Tacoma or a non-Toyota.
     
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