►►►Alarm with Remote Start - ALL EXPERTS INVITED!
 

I'm purchasing a 2007 Lexus ES 350 that comes w/ standard theft deterrant system, smart access (push start button and doors), navigation and key fob.

I wish to put into the car a high quality alarm with remote start WITHOUT adding an additional remote. That is, I wish to have this feature installed while continuing to use my factory key fob. Is this possible and if so how?? Also, what is the best system to use for this? The lexus dealer said he can install a remote starter made by Auto Mate and all warranties would remain in effect. Another goal to keep in mind is that I want to accomplish this WITHOUT comprimising any of the original factory equipment, electrical and setup.

PLEASE HELP!!!

Why post this in the 2GS forum?

It's a technical and universal question that I think can help all. Besides, there's not much happening in the ES forums. If any one can help, I would be grateful

hello pam and welcome to CL iam sure somewone will be by shortly to help you out :thumbup::)

good luck my friend...

goto dealer if you want it to work with factory remote thats the simplest

Not sure if will work w/an ES but it couldn't hurt to ask Sewell Lexus (lexux-parts.com):

http://beta.lexus-parts.com/parts_de...id=90066&all=Y

I'm not an alarm expert but common sense tells me to say the following:

The key fob designed by the manufacture is a high level security device, without it the car won't start. In order to use an after market remote starter it would have to be able to mimic the manufacturer's fob. Most vendor obtain a 2nd key fob and hide it somewhere within the vehicle. Even though this approach works you're pretty much taking that security feature out of the loop and depending on the alarm system security feature.

My $.02

I asked them. They can't help as their item won't work with push start button vehicles

What? I thought the intended vehicles for it were the IS & GS which both have push button engine start? :uh:

Not possible as far as I have heard.

I got a remote starter on my IS. However I opted for an additional remote. The shop said they could add it into my key fob but it would make me loose the unlock button and I didnt want that.

problem is u r limited to the factory fobs range which sux...

The ES 350 already has an extemely sophisticated alarm - I doubt you could even find a better aftermarket setup