Author Topic: 06 Remote start, What Kind? (Read 2942 times)

Donnie1 · « **on:** March 02, 2007, 02:22:29 PM »

Anybody put a remote start on an 06 yet?

pondfly · « **Reply #1 on:** March 02, 2007, 08:19:03 PM »

I'll do any wiring except for remote starters, however the last few cars I've used the Astrostart. It has 1500' + range, 2 way, low voltage and temperature capibility, in addition to that I can also keep it running and remove the keys from the ignition.

TheBiz · « **Reply #2 on:** March 02, 2007, 08:36:13 PM »

DEI. Python 871XP. Its the only remote start/keyless/alarm/window module, etc. I will use. I've had one on 3 cars now and soon to have one on the AV. I love them.

Donnie1 · « **Reply #3 on:** March 03, 2007, 07:11:22 AM »

Are they hard to wire up? Sucks that they didn't offer this on the 06 Av.

TheBiz · « **Reply #4 on:** March 03, 2007, 07:57:26 PM »

They aren't bad at all. I've done quite a few.

Donnie1 · « **Reply #5 on:** March 04, 2007, 10:26:55 AM »

Does this system's Fob work the doors as well or will I need to use 2 fobs?

TheBiz · « **Reply #6 on:** March 04, 2007, 12:00:40 PM »

I had mine set up to do door locks, windows up and down, remote start, and hatch pop on the Blazer.

grnxnam · « **Reply #7 on:** March 04, 2007, 12:48:52 PM »

isn't there a GM retro fit for the 06's?

TheBiz · « **Reply #8 on:** March 04, 2007, 03:19:46 PM »

Quote from: grnxnam on March 04, 2007, 12:48:52 PM

isn't there a GM retro fit for the 06's?

Some are pre-wired some are not. The ones that are not...its easier to buy an aftermarket. Most GM alarms/remote starts are made by DEI anyway.

Donnie1 · « **Reply #9 on:** March 04, 2007, 03:21:53 PM »

Quote from: grnxnam on March 04, 2007, 12:48:52 PM

isn't there a GM retro fit for the 06's?

I talked to the parts dept and they said the 06 Av's did not come wired for it and that you had to go aftermarket.

TheBiz · « **Reply #10 on:** March 04, 2007, 03:35:32 PM »

Quote from: Donnie1 on March 04, 2007, 03:21:53 PM

Quote from: grnxnam on March 04, 2007, 12:48:52 PM
isn't there a GM retro fit for the 06's?

I talked to the parts dept and they said the 06 Av's did not come wired for it and that you had to go aftermarket.

Yeah, generally thats correct. I've seen a couple Escalades and Tahoes that have been prewired from the factory. Not many, but there are a few that got new wiring. I'm sure it doesn't happen that often.

Donnie1 · « **Reply #11 on:** March 04, 2007, 03:45:18 PM »

Now my next fear will be the factory warrenty, will it void it for putting in an aftermarket system?

TheBiz · « **Reply #12 on:** March 04, 2007, 05:00:30 PM »

Quote from: Donnie1 on March 04, 2007, 03:45:18 PM

Now my next fear will be the factory warrenty, will it void it for putting in an aftermarket system?

If the vehicle is not offered with a remote start as an option, and it is installed by a licensed professional (anyone but "Backyard Bob"), then no, they cannot void your warranty.

Strobin · « **Reply #13 on:** March 04, 2007, 10:30:52 PM »

Quote from: Donnie1 on March 04, 2007, 03:21:53 PM

Quote from: grnxnam on March 04, 2007, 12:48:52 PM
isn't there a GM retro fit for the 06's?

I talked to the parts dept and they said the 06 Av's did not come wired for it and that you had to go aftermarket.

Wonder why the 05 had it then it got removed in 06

Donnie1 · « **Reply #14 on:** March 04, 2007, 10:54:08 PM »

Probably the same reason they removed the Fob option as well. I guess on prior models and the Escalades, the vehicle adjusts to the settings of the fob that is used to unlock the doors. The 06' don't do that either. It's all a money thing.

grnxnam · « **Reply #15 on:** March 05, 2007, 05:18:16 AM »

fyi... if you add an aftermarket remote start and your Av goes in for any type of diagnostic, the first thing they're going to want to do is remove it. The ones around here won't reconnect it either.

I'm seriously thinking about having them install switches on any wire that ties into the computer when I get it reconnected next week.

pondfly · « **Reply #16 on:** March 05, 2007, 08:15:03 PM »

I had them replace my ignition a couple of times and they had no problem with going around the harness. The first time they wanted to charge $50 and I made a small fit and had no problems since then.

TheBiz · « **Reply #17 on:** March 08, 2007, 05:36:24 PM »

I've never had an issue. I'm sure it different everywhere you go though.

MyBigToy · « **Reply #18 on:** March 08, 2007, 07:02:58 PM »

Quote from: TheBiz on March 04, 2007, 03:19:46 PM

Quote from: grnxnam on March 04, 2007, 12:48:52 PM
isn't there a GM retro fit for the 06's?
Most GM alarms/remote starts are made by DEI anyway.

As far as I know, all of the GM remote starts are made by Lear Corporation - I work for them. I don't know about the alarms. We also make a lot of the remote key fobs.

Donnie1 · « **Reply #19 on:** November 27, 2007, 10:47:32 PM »

I checked on a remote start today at Creative Car Audio. It is an Autostart brand with a 2000 ft radious. The fob allows you to lock/unlock the doors, start the vehicle, it also has an option button to turn on the heated seats. Installed for $316 with 10% military discount. You can also still use the original fobs to lock/unlock.

Has anyone ever heard of the Autostart brand?

Here's the link to the exact unit:

http://www.autostart.ca/prodInfo.php?alarm=0&starter=1&tw=0&prod=AS-1755v

MoAv · « **Reply #20 on:** November 28, 2007, 01:47:46 AM »

I went to a local shop right after I bought my AV to have a remote start put in and they told me that they won't install them because the aftermarket remote starts had a history of causing fires....needless to say I didn't put one in. Anybody else hear of this? Or were they blowing smoke because they (the shop) had problems...?

tdybr27 · « **Reply #21 on:** November 28, 2007, 08:09:47 AM »

Quote from: Donnie1 on November 27, 2007, 10:47:32 PM

I checked on a remote start today at Creative Car Audio. It is an Autostart brand with a 2000 ft radious. The fob allows you to lock/unlock the doors, start the vehicle, it also has an option button to turn on the heated seats. Installed for $316 with 10% military discount. You can also still use the original fobs to lock/unlock.

Has anyone ever heard of the Autostart brand?

Here's the link to the exact unit:

http://www.autostart.ca/prodInfo.php?alarm=0&starter=1&tw=0&prod=AS-1755v

I've never heard of them but then that doesn't mean much. I have heard lots of good things about products from DEI, which I think stands for Directed Electronics. I have a Python remote starter/alarm from DEI.

tdybr27 · « **Reply #22 on:** November 28, 2007, 08:10:16 AM »

Quote from: MoAv on November 28, 2007, 01:47:46 AM

I went to a local shop right after I bought my AV to have a remote start put in and they told me that they won't install them because the aftermarket remote starts had a history of causing fires....needless to say I didn't put one in. Anybody else hear of this? Or were they blowing smoke because they (the shop) had problems...?

I think they were blowing smoke up your cute lil

oHIobellboy · « **Reply #23 on:** November 28, 2007, 08:25:59 PM »

My friend had an aftermarket remote start installed on a caprice and when other wiring messed up . GM wouldn't fix it. blamed it on the remote start. He traded it in on a Toyota.

bluedevil · « **Reply #24 on:** December 01, 2007, 12:07:14 AM »

I installed a BOA on my old Blazer but "Check Engine" light was always ON. I have another one for the minivan but its been sitttin' in the shelf with the rest of my mods for over a year.

oHIobellboy · « **Reply #25 on:** December 01, 2007, 08:33:04 AM »

Quote from: BlueDevil on December 01, 2007, 12:07:14 AM

I installed a BOA on my old Blazer but "Check Engine" light was always ON. I have another one for the minivan but its been sitttin' in the shelf with the rest of my mods for over a year.

and to think the Mrs. wanted you to go shopping on Black Friday. LOL