Ky Bob Posted December 24, 2008 Report Share Posted December 24, 2008 Has anyone had the original OEM remote start or another aftermarket installation? I'm trying to get an idea on the cost and making sure that if I go with aftermarket instead of OEM that it might void my warranty. Only have 8,000 on my 2008. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgedout Posted December 25, 2008 Report Share Posted December 25, 2008 Had the dealer install remote starter when I bought the car. Works fine with no problems so far. On my last car I had problems from a suppossed bad install. Usually you get what you pay for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ky Bob Posted December 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 26, 2008 Had the dealer install remote starter when I bought the car. Works fine with no problems so far. On my lastcar I had problems from a suppossed bad install. Usually you get what you pay for. May I ask what the cost was?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgedout Posted December 26, 2008 Report Share Posted December 26, 2008 $300 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ky Bob Posted December 27, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 27, 2008 $300 I called my dealer and they quoted $500!!! Would an aftermarket remote starter void the warranty? The guy I spoke with told me that it would not but I tend not to trust car salesman..... :yup: :yup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbf2530 Posted December 27, 2008 Report Share Posted December 27, 2008 (edited) I called my dealer and they quoted $500!!! Would an aftermarket remote starter void the warranty? The guy I spoke with told me that it would not but I tend not to trust car salesman..... :yup: :yup: Hi Ky Bob. :D $500 is too high. You should be able to purchase the Ford starter and have it installed for less than $400, at the most. Shop around at a few other Dealerships. You can use Ford or Lincoln-Mercury Dealers. Concerning the question of "Would an aftermarket remote starter void the warranty?" Well maybe yes, maybe no. Just having an aftermarket starter installed would not void any area of your Warranty. However, if you should later have any sort of problem (electrical or otherwise) that can even remotely be traced back to the aftermarket remote starter or the quality of the installation, then the answer would be yes. Any problem that can be related to the aftermarket installation in any way may be used to void Warranty coverage for the problem it may have caused. Of course, this depends on the attitude of the Dealership, the severity of the problem, what time the high tide is that day, etc etc. In other words, some Dealers are tougher on the customer than others concerning aftermarket parts and modifications. And of course, Ford has its say also. So if Warranty work needs prior approval from Ford, there is also the chance their Regional Representative may deny coverage. On the other hand it will not completely void your Warranty. Any problems that are not related to the remote starter would still be eligible for Warranty coverage. Good luck. :beerchug: Edited December 27, 2008 by bbf2530 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgedout Posted December 28, 2008 Report Share Posted December 28, 2008 I rechecked my paperwork. It was $400. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schrief Posted February 5, 2009 Report Share Posted February 5, 2009 Is there anyway they can add a remote start and use the original or a single key with a added button? I just dont want to carry around another item. Right now i just use the key and it's nice not having thirty things in my pocket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpm419419 Posted February 5, 2009 Report Share Posted February 5, 2009 (edited) Yes the original key fob will work. I have a 2007 SEL Plus and had my Ford dealer install the remote starter using my key fob. The range will be limited to how far you can lock and unlock your car doors or activate the horn with your present key fob. I wound up replacing mine for another set of key fobs just for the remote start (yes it is a pain to carry both) Edited February 5, 2009 by tpm419419 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nacraman Posted February 7, 2009 Report Share Posted February 7, 2009 I had an aftermarket starter (Viper) installed. It is two-way and works within 2000 feet. The two-way tells me when the car is starting or stopping, the temperature inside the car, and the time remaining on the timer. I can also activate the rear defroster from the remote. $375 You can use it to control other things, like turning on your heated seats, lock/unlock doors, etc. I didn't have those things installed. Go with aftermarket and have it installed by a reputable installer. You get much more for your money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zamboyz Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 (edited) is there any remote starter which will turn on the AC when the engine starts Edited May 27, 2009 by zamboyz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbf2530 Posted May 27, 2009 Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 is there any remote starter which will turn on the AC when the engine starts Hi zamboyz. :D Yes, essentially they all will. If you want the A/C (or heat) to come on when you remote start, you simply leave the A/C (or heat) on when you turn the car off and get out beforehand. Then when the car is remote started, the A/C (or heat) will turn on, just as it normally would if you started the car while in it. Good luck. :beerchug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiese02 Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 Had remote start on our first EDGE and loved it. I would only recommend using OEM Ford Remote Start as using aftermarket remotes starts/installations can be scary!! I had my cousin who is a Ford Certified Mechanic install it. Our 08 Limited didnt have it but i am in the process of purchasing another Ford remote start and having my cousin install it again. He did tell me that if you have the auto climate option you can have the remote automatically start the ac/heater whenever needed. I will post once its installed and let everyone know if this is true. J Hi zamboyz. :D Yes, essentially they all will. If you want the A/C (or heat) to come on when you remote start, you simply leave the A/C (or heat) on when you turn the car off and get out beforehand. Then when the car is remote started, the A/C (or heat) will turn on, just as it normally would if you started the car while in it. Good luck. :beerchug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgedout Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 The only negative about the remote start from Ford is it will not activate the heated seats. Must have been a safety issue or something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b1gbleu Posted December 8, 2013 Report Share Posted December 8, 2013 (edited) Hey, guys, just picked up my 2009 used Edge, there's a paper tag in the console referencing a remote start switch but I don't know where the actual switch would be?? Also, I didn't get a remote other than the regular two button key. How can I see if I actually have the remote start installed? Thanks in Advance. Nevermind, found it! Works great here in NY! Edited January 19, 2014 by b1gbleu 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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