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warren3537 · 06-25-2012, 08:27 PM

I have a 2010 1LT and was wondering if there is any fore seeable problems having a remote start installed, the dealership said that they would have to hook up the computer to see if the car is preprogramed for it.

jaysonstuart · 06-25-2012, 11:08 PM

Interested in this too. I have a 2012 1SS L99 and the wife wants remote start. I'd like to go factory so I can use the existing keyfob.

SemyDaCop · 06-26-2012, 01:14 AM

ON BOTH MODELS YOU CAN BUY THE KIT AND INSTALL IT . THERE IS A DIY SOMEWHERE ON HERE. YOU HAVE TO THEN TAKE IT TO THE DEALER SO THEY CAN PROGRAM IT. THE KIT IS JUST A BOX LOOKING THING AND A WIRE...SO WHEN YOU SEE IT DONT FREAK OUT...OH AN YOU HAVE TO BUY A FOB THAT HAS THE REMOTE START ON IT. IVE SEEN EVERYTHING FOR ABOUT 145 PLUS PROGRAMMING...DEPENDS ON WHERE YOU TAKE IT IS WHAT THEY CHARGE.

ecko04 · 06-26-2012, 05:16 AM

^ You must have misplaced the caps-lock button.

The factory remote start is about as plug-n-play as they come, minus the required programming. It will only work on automatics and doesn't offer a lot in terms of range.

DeAdMiKe187 · 06-26-2012, 06:59 AM

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doesn't offer a lot in terms of range.

What do you consider range? Mine reaches at least 1/3 (maybe a bit longer) of a New York City block, which is far enough. If I need to start the car from even farther away, I use my OnStar app.

jaysonstuart · 06-26-2012, 07:29 AM

Is the dealer my only option for this box that I need?

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el ess A · 06-26-2012, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by DeAdMiKe187

What do you consider range? Mine reaches at least 1/3 (maybe a bit longer) of a New YorkC ity block, which is far enough. If I need to start the car from even farther away, I use my OnStar app.

2010 can't use onstar app. If you need a bit extra range on the fob just hold it to your chin then press the fob buttons. Seriously it works.

DeAdMiKe187 · 06-26-2012, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by el ess X

If you need a bit extra range on the fob just hold it to your chin then press the fob buttons. Seriously it works.

Truth. I haven't had to do this method, but it's nice knowing that crazy things like this exist.

ecko04 · 06-26-2012, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by DeAdMiKe187

What do you consider range? Mine reaches at least 1/3 (maybe a bit longer) of a New YorkC ity block, which is far enough. If I need to start the car from even farther away, I use my OnStar app.

That's true but I don't like reaching for the onstar app from in my apartment. My Viper can reach up to a mile away with the capability of 2-way feedback so I know it started and a modifiable engine run time. And in case I want to start it from California there's always the app.

SemyDaCop · 06-26-2012, 10:06 AM

Why would you wanna start your car from 2-miles away? That would be a really far run to get to your car... Is it the real Knight Rider and it drives itself...LOL

Caddyroger · 06-26-2012, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by DeAdMiKe187

What do you consider range? Mine reaches at least 1/3 (maybe a bit longer) of a New YorkC ity block, which is far enough. If I need to start the car from even farther away, I use my OnStar app.

My will not go 20 feet with 2 walls in between.

SemyDaCop · 06-26-2012, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by jaysonstuart

Is the dealer my only option for this box that I need?

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They sell it at GMPARTSDIRECT.com and ebay.

DeAdMiKe187 · 06-26-2012, 05:23 PM

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My will not go 20 feet with 2 walls in between.

I wonder if there is a difference in range between the 2010/2011 and the 2012, or if something is wrong with yours (also, maybe the battery in your fob is dying)?

And mine definitely goes through walls without a problem.

=Stephens= · 06-26-2012, 05:53 PM

I have the Viper 5901 on my LS. And it can go thru walls. Max range of 1 miles. It's not really the range, but if you are inside your house or a hotel you can remote start it. Here is the review on it.
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133113

06-25-2012, 08:27 PM	#1
warren3537 Drives: 2019 Red Hot ZL1 1LE: 2012 RAM 2500 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: DeRidder, LA Posts: 711	Remote Start I have a 2010 1LT and was wondering if there is any fore seeable problems having a remote start installed, the dealership said that they would have to hook up the computer to see if the car is preprogramed for it.

06-26-2012, 01:14 AM	#3
SemyDaCop LocoBee in da RGV Drives: '10 Custom RY 1LT, '14 BlK SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Raymondville. Texas Posts: 590 View My Garage	ON BOTH MODELS YOU CAN BUY THE KIT AND INSTALL IT . THERE IS A DIY SOMEWHERE ON HERE. YOU HAVE TO THEN TAKE IT TO THE DEALER SO THEY CAN PROGRAM IT. THE KIT IS JUST A BOX LOOKING THING AND A WIRE...SO WHEN YOU SEE IT DONT FREAK OUT...OH AN YOU HAVE TO BUY A FOB THAT HAS THE REMOTE START ON IT. IVE SEEN EVERYTHING FOR ABOUT 145 PLUS PROGRAMMING...DEPENDS ON WHERE YOU TAKE IT IS WHAT THEY CHARGE. __________________ *It is better to deserve honors and not have them than to have them and not deserve them.* 2010 Camaro 1Lt Custom 2014 Camaro 2SS/RS Custom

06-26-2012, 10:06 AM	#10
SemyDaCop LocoBee in da RGV Drives: '10 Custom RY 1LT, '14 BlK SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Raymondville. Texas Posts: 590 View My Garage	Why would you wanna start your car from 2-miles away? That would be a really far run to get to your car... Is it the real Knight Rider and it drives itself...LOL __________________ *It is better to deserve honors and not have them than to have them and not deserve them.* 2010 Camaro 1Lt Custom 2014 Camaro 2SS/RS Custom

06-25-2012, 11:08 PM	#2
jaysonstuart Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Albany, OR Posts: 685 View My Garage	Interested in this too. I have a 2012 1SS L99 and the wife wants remote start. I'd like to go factory so I can use the existing keyfob.

06-26-2012, 05:16 AM	#4
ecko04 Drives: Too many to list Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: East Coast Runner Posts: 878	^ You must have misplaced the caps-lock button. The factory remote start is about as plug-n-play as they come, minus the required programming. It will only work on automatics and doesn't offer a lot in terms of range.

06-26-2012, 07:29 AM	#6
jaysonstuart Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Albany, OR Posts: 685 View My Garage	Is the dealer my only option for this box that I need? Sent from my DROID RAZR using Tapatalk 2

06-26-2012, 05:53 PM	#14
=Stephens= Drives: 2011 LS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Kearney, Nebraska Posts: 3,541 View My Garage	I have the Viper 5901 on my LS. And it can go thru walls. Max range of 1 miles. It's not really the range, but if you are inside your house or a hotel you can remote start it. Here is the review on it. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133113