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The Ford Remote Access app is available for both IPhone and Android users to control vehicle features. The app lets you remote start, remote stop, lock, unlock, audible car find, and there is even an optional feature to receive security notifications.
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What, if any, are the costs associated?
Do you have to go to the dealer?
What hardware is compatible?
How well does it work compared with aftermarket devices?
I have a Viper SmartStart on my 99 Expedition that can get the car running in less than 10 seconds. However, on my 2014 Impala, the factory "phone" remote start takes almost a minute. I plan to put this in my truck, but don't want to pay for slow factory Impala-like performance. I'm assuming the Impala is using EDGE and the Viper 3G or even 4G, but I'm not positive. All I know is that Viper is really fast.
My 14 BMW 328 with smartphone access takes almost exactly 90 seconds every time. Complained about it and there has been no resolution to it. It's not just mine. My 14 f150 with this kit is 3-5seconds.
That's pretty impressive Ford is so much faster than the other brands factory competition, now if only they would add the features aftermarket provides they would be the first factory starter system to every be worth getting!
I recently installed this in my 2015 SCREW. My truck did not have remote start previously. I purchased it as a kit on Ebay from Fairway Ford. You get a "Y" harness, security module, cellular module, and LED light. You can choose to use or not use the security features (shock sensor) or the LED. I chose to use security but not LED. Simple 20 min install. Basically unplug obd2 port, plug in "Y" harness and zip tie and plug modules into the harness. Dealer has to turn it all on through the IDS, along with options like heated seats and rear defrost. They will also activate the cellular module and give u a pin good for 3 days. It is a $50 year subscription fee and my dealer charged $50 to activate it all with the IDS. It usually takes from 10-30 seconds for commands to go through. Overall I'm very happy with it. I like I can lock it from anywhere if I'm not sure that I did. Plus it texts u in case of a security breach. Money well spent for me.
i really want this but sure am confused what parts i need.
i have a 2014 lariat that has factory remote start but i would like to be able to use my cell phone to remote start.... any help would sure be appreciative
i really want this but sure am confused what parts i need.
i have a 2014 lariat that has factory remote start but i would like to be able to use my cell phone to remote start.... any help would sure be appreciative
You would need the RMU and the VSS (links below). Since you have a factory rem start NO dealer visit is required. Once you get everything plugged in send me a PM and I will activate it for you at no additional charge.
You would need the RMU and the VSS (links below). Since you have a factory rem start NO dealer visit is required. Once you get everything plugged in send me a PM and I will activate it for you at no additional charge.
Before I can perform the RMU activation you will need to have your local dealer enable Remote Start using their IDS tool, This is usually a 1/2 hour labor charge sometimes less.
Once you get the IDS programming done send me a PM and we will get your RMU activated and completed.
Sorry to ask this in this thread but I have a 2015 XLT Sport, which I believes comes with the Factory Remote Start already. I would only need the following, am I correct?
01-23-2015, 05:10 PM
