LS remote start install DIY
07-27-14, 03:37 PM
#76
Lead Lap
Thread Starter
RSR=Remote Start Ready
Just to ease everyones mind as Shibumi1 continues to post fear in everyone here! Still haven't heard from the 10 grand guy who's install went south on him.
IF you have installed a DBALL in an LS, you can rest easy as this recall affects PTS type systems that have to have a key fob in a controller box and left in the car. This is NOT the case with an LS and the DBALL.
If you have started the car with the 3x lock button on your FOB, once you open a door, the DBALL shuts OFF!
When you push the PTS button on the dash and the car is now running, the OEM key fob does NOT work! Start your car and Push the lock or unlock, it's inoperative. Therefore, the 3x lock will not shut the engine off.
Just to ease everyones mind as Shibumi1 continues to post fear in everyone here! Still haven't heard from the 10 grand guy who's install went south on him.
IF you have installed a DBALL in an LS, you can rest easy as this recall affects PTS type systems that have to have a key fob in a controller box and left in the car. This is NOT the case with an LS and the DBALL.
If you have started the car with the 3x lock button on your FOB, once you open a door, the DBALL shuts OFF!
When you push the PTS button on the dash and the car is now running, the OEM key fob does NOT work! Start your car and Push the lock or unlock, it's inoperative. Therefore, the 3x lock will not shut the engine off.
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07-27-14, 03:55 PM
#77
Moderator
RSR=Remote Start Ready
Just to ease everyones mind as Shibumi1 continues to post fear in everyone here! Still haven't heard from the 10 grand guy who's install went south on him.
IF you have installed a DBALL in an LS, you can rest easy as this recall affects PTS type systems that have to have a key fob in a controller box and left in the car. This is NOT the case with an LS and the DBALL.
If you have started the car with the 3x lock button on your FOB, once you open a door, the DBALL shuts OFF!
When you push the PTS button on the dash and the car is now running, the OEM key fob does NOT work! Start your car and Push the lock or unlock, it's inoperative. Therefore, the 3x lock will not shut the engine off.
Just to ease everyones mind as Shibumi1 continues to post fear in everyone here! Still haven't heard from the 10 grand guy who's install went south on him.
IF you have installed a DBALL in an LS, you can rest easy as this recall affects PTS type systems that have to have a key fob in a controller box and left in the car. This is NOT the case with an LS and the DBALL.
If you have started the car with the 3x lock button on your FOB, once you open a door, the DBALL shuts OFF!
When you push the PTS button on the dash and the car is now running, the OEM key fob does NOT work! Start your car and Push the lock or unlock, it's inoperative. Therefore, the 3x lock will not shut the engine off.
07-28-14, 05:01 PM
#78
Lexus Champion
RSR=Remote Start Ready
Just to ease everyones mind as Shibumi1 continues to post fear in everyone here! Still haven't heard from the 10 grand guy who's install went south on him.
IF you have installed a DBALL in an LS, you can rest easy as this recall affects PTS type systems that have to have a key fob in a controller box and left in the car. This is NOT the case with an LS and the DBALL.
If you have started the car with the 3x lock button on your FOB, once you open a door, the DBALL shuts OFF!
When you push the PTS button on the dash and the car is now running, the OEM key fob does NOT work! Start your car and Push the lock or unlock, it's inoperative. Therefore, the 3x lock will not shut the engine off.
Just to ease everyones mind as Shibumi1 continues to post fear in everyone here! Still haven't heard from the 10 grand guy who's install went south on him.
IF you have installed a DBALL in an LS, you can rest easy as this recall affects PTS type systems that have to have a key fob in a controller box and left in the car. This is NOT the case with an LS and the DBALL.
If you have started the car with the 3x lock button on your FOB, once you open a door, the DBALL shuts OFF!
When you push the PTS button on the dash and the car is now running, the OEM key fob does NOT work! Start your car and Push the lock or unlock, it's inoperative. Therefore, the 3x lock will not shut the engine off.
as for the gentleman with the rsr issue (WHO ISNT A CL MEMBER BY THE WAY) it was installer error pure an simple...not the module (as I said earlier) they connected to the wrong wires in the car AND grounded out others causing the cpu's to fail.. So that warning was IF U DONT KNOW WHAT YOUR DOING SEEK A PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER WHO IS VERSED IN RSR INSTALLATIONS! he has contacted them an their insurance has paid for ALL repairs!!!
Lastly I started a thread here (long before you fyi) telling CL members about the dball rsr solution. . So how am I trying to scare people away from this??? Its an inexpensive solution for remote start... who wouldn't want that? After more than 26 yrs in this industry I have found that an educated consumer is the happiest.. so I volunteer my knowledge to help the diy'ers out there.. so since I dont remember u posting this in your install directions...the 1st you do when performing an rsr or alarm install is disconnect the battery so as to avoid vehicle damage during the install process...an TRIPLE check your connections!!! But of course you knew that an posted in your thread
I don't believe he is posting fear..but trying to help advise people on what is going on? And to be clear to avoid any confusion, Shibumi is not the person who installed that system that owner had the major issue with the DBall. If someone not familiar with the story was reading your post, it could be perceived that way imo
07-28-14, 06:52 PM
#79
Lexus Fanatic
Slimjimtel:
Your instructions and info were awesome and I thank you for it. If it were not for you, I probably would not have the RS. I cannot believe how easy this was. Probably the easiest electronic install I've done on this car (PS module, LED DRL's, etc). Hell, installing my interior LED's was more frustrating than this! LOL
Your instructions and info were awesome and I thank you for it. If it were not for you, I probably would not have the RS. I cannot believe how easy this was. Probably the easiest electronic install I've done on this car (PS module, LED DRL's, etc). Hell, installing my interior LED's was more frustrating than this! LOL
08-28-14, 12:37 PM
#80
I've got a LS430 and been thinking about doing a upgrade but, one big feature I would miss out of "box" is remote start, I have had a 2 way remote start/alarm in my car from when I got it about 10 years ago now (pre-owned and it came with it). It saves me in the summer from a hot car and in the New England weathers we have here, a little bit of snow with remote start for 10-15 min and most snow is gone.
This looks like a crazy easy install for almost nothing when you come down to it (a good remote start could be around $300+)
What is the real range of this ? Could you be 100-200 feet away and start the car ? Or is this like from 15-20 feet (worthless in my case). Is there any feedback to know the car has started or like said above to put on the driving lights so it could be seen across a parking lot from a 2nd floor, etc ?
This looks like a crazy easy install for almost nothing when you come down to it (a good remote start could be around $300+)
What is the real range of this ? Could you be 100-200 feet away and start the car ? Or is this like from 15-20 feet (worthless in my case). Is there any feedback to know the car has started or like said above to put on the driving lights so it could be seen across a parking lot from a 2nd floor, etc ?
08-28-14, 05:08 PM
#81
Lexus Fanatic
I've got a LS430 and been thinking about doing a upgrade but, one big feature I would miss out of "box" is remote start, I have had a 2 way remote start/alarm in my car from when I got it about 10 years ago now (pre-owned and it came with it). It saves me in the summer from a hot car and in the New England weathers we have here, a little bit of snow with remote start for 10-15 min and most snow is gone.
This looks like a crazy easy install for almost nothing when you come down to it (a good remote start could be around $300+)
What is the real range of this ? Could you be 100-200 feet away and start the car ? Or is this like from 15-20 feet (worthless in my case). Is there any feedback to know the car has started or like said above to put on the driving lights so it could be seen across a parking lot from a 2nd floor, etc ?
This looks like a crazy easy install for almost nothing when you come down to it (a good remote start could be around $300+)
What is the real range of this ? Could you be 100-200 feet away and start the car ? Or is this like from 15-20 feet (worthless in my case). Is there any feedback to know the car has started or like said above to put on the driving lights so it could be seen across a parking lot from a 2nd floor, etc ?
DO IT!
08-28-14, 07:49 PM
#82
Lexus Champion
I've got a LS430 and been thinking about doing a upgrade but, one big feature I would miss out of "box" is remote start, I have had a 2 way remote start/alarm in my car from when I got it about 10 years ago now (pre-owned and it came with it). It saves me in the summer from a hot car and in the New England weathers we have here, a little bit of snow with remote start for 10-15 min and most snow is gone.
This looks like a crazy easy install for almost nothing when you come down to it (a good remote start could be around $300+)
What is the real range of this ? Could you be 100-200 feet away and start the car ? Or is this like from 15-20 feet (worthless in my case). Is there any feedback to know the car has started or like said above to put on the driving lights so it could be seen across a parking lot from a 2nd floor, etc ?
This looks like a crazy easy install for almost nothing when you come down to it (a good remote start could be around $300+)
What is the real range of this ? Could you be 100-200 feet away and start the car ? Or is this like from 15-20 feet (worthless in my case). Is there any feedback to know the car has started or like said above to put on the driving lights so it could be seen across a parking lot from a 2nd floor, etc ?
Pretty sure RSR wont work on the Ls430.... you'd need a full alarm with remote start to do it.. if I'm not mistaken...
Sorry...
08-29-14, 02:14 AM
#83
Lead Lap
Thread Starter
Shibumi1 is correct, you would need a DBALL to bypass the key sensor, then you need a remote start to actually fire the car. This would require you to carry a new key fob for the remote start as well. YES, it can be done, a little more difficult and more wiring.
08-30-14, 06:29 PM
#84
Maybe I was not clear when I said it above....
My main point of the question was about range and that was answered....pretty epic, remote start with the factory FOB, very freaking cool. I hate carrying around a key and FOB for the alarm/remote start...
I'm assuming there is no feedback (like a 2 way remote) so if your out of viewable range of the car, it's just assuming that it started...
08-31-14, 04:06 AM
#85
Lexus Champion
Thats correct there's no feedback thru the oem fob....BUT if u add a dsm250 (smart start gps) u now have UNLIMITED range via your smart phone..it plugs into the dball ..still no remote needed as your phone becomes an extra remote with greater range an feedback confirmation of engine start....
08-31-14, 05:35 PM
#86
Thats correct there's no feedback thru the oem fob....BUT if u add a dsm250 (smart start gps) u now have UNLIMITED range via your smart phone..it plugs into the dball ..still no remote needed as your phone becomes an extra remote with greater range an feedback confirmation of engine start....
Also the fact that I have a Windows Phone(that I love) and I am sure they do not have a "app for that".
I will look into it when I finally make the jump to a 460. This is pretty epic to be able to get remote start for almost nothing that is seamless just using the OEM FOB. That is really a OMG thing.
08-31-14, 05:45 PM
#87
Lexus Champion
Neat but, for like $100 a year for that service ? Not sure if I could see the value in that, it seems like a lot on something that I might not use that much (remote start is only used on really, really hot days, or really, really cold days).
Also the fact that I have a Windows Phone(that I love) and I am sure they do not have a "app for that".
I will look into it when I finally make the jump to a 460. This is pretty epic to be able to get remote start for almost nothing that is seamless just using the OEM FOB. That is really a OMG thing.
Also the fact that I have a Windows Phone(that I love) and I am sure they do not have a "app for that".
I will look into it when I finally make the jump to a 460. This is pretty epic to be able to get remote start for almost nothing that is seamless just using the OEM FOB. That is really a OMG thing.
Its about 199.99 for 3yrs.(for gps version.. non gps 139 for 3yrs).. which breaks down to less than $6 a month w gps tracking(3.86 a month for non gps)....sounds like a deal to me....u pay more than that for your weekly starbucks run... an I dont drink coffee.....
08-31-14, 05:54 PM
#88
There is still time, so not too worried about it at this point, as I am eyeing a 460, does not mean I will jump any time soon. All the stars need to align for that to happen and I am sure it's not going to happen any time right away !
Thanks for the info !
08-31-14, 06:49 PM
#89
Lexus Champion
Yea, not too bad as you put it that way. The other issue, is there an app for Windows Phone? That would be the big question here for me...
There is still time, so not too worried about it at this point, as I am eyeing a 460, does not mean I will jump any time soon. All the stars need to align for that to happen and I am sure it's not going to happen any time right away !
Thanks for the info !
There is still time, so not too worried about it at this point, as I am eyeing a 460, does not mean I will jump any time soon. All the stars need to align for that to happen and I am sure it's not going to happen any time right away !
Thanks for the info !
As of Aug 19 last yr smart start has been windows phone compatible. .
09-01-14, 03:23 AM
#90
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Thread Starter
I have the smart start on my LS600. I love it, the beauty is, you can check to see if the car is running, if the doors, hood or trunk is open. If the remote start has shut down, did you lock it? You can set lockdowns to know if your car leaves a specific area...good for Valets and service centers. You can also set speed alerts...works well if a valet, service tech wants to take your car for a "Joy Ride".
You now have UNLIMITED range...like in another country if you so wish!
I don't Carry any keys or key fob.
I have the smart card in my wallet. So, I can never leave the house without my wallet (car won't run without the smart card), I cannot lock the car without my wallet in hand or in my pocket (car does a continuous beeeeeeeeep if I push the door handle button and the key is inside) So, never again will I leave my wallet in the car, get through the checkout line at the grocery store and go...DAMN, left my wallet in the car., hate it when that would happen...embarrassing!
1 downfall to smart start, it uses AT&T cell service. It can be a little schetchy some times and won't get a signal. You just learn to live with it. However, the features definitely outweigh this issue.
You now have UNLIMITED range...like in another country if you so wish!
I don't Carry any keys or key fob.
I have the smart card in my wallet. So, I can never leave the house without my wallet (car won't run without the smart card), I cannot lock the car without my wallet in hand or in my pocket (car does a continuous beeeeeeeeep if I push the door handle button and the key is inside) So, never again will I leave my wallet in the car, get through the checkout line at the grocery store and go...DAMN, left my wallet in the car., hate it when that would happen...embarrassing!
1 downfall to smart start, it uses AT&T cell service. It can be a little schetchy some times and won't get a signal. You just learn to live with it. However, the features definitely outweigh this issue.