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Old Feb 11, 2023 | 08:09 AM
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My remote start stopped working with Lexus dropping support for 3G I think it was. Did a search here and did not find much but would think there has been a discussion. Which after market options are people installing? I looked at Best Buy and there is a relatively inexpensive solution from Viper, the DS4VB installed for $319 that gets good reviews. I called the dealer and they recommended a local shop who quoted over $700. I did not inquire as to the brand deciding to do some shopping and researching. Appreciate comments or links to existing threads. I have a 2016 GS 350 (not Sport, not F) with everything except the heads up.

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Old Feb 11, 2023 | 09:04 AM
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try the search function

https://letmegooglethat.com/?q=clubl...remote+starter
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Old Feb 11, 2023 | 09:11 AM
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already tried the search as I mentioned. Your remote+start returned the newest in 2017. Thanks though.
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Old Feb 11, 2023 | 09:20 AM
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https://www.12volt.solutions/product...1bb74aba&_ss=r

^^This one- works great in my '17. Had to do the install with one call to customer support. Plug and play, but a little challenge only because it's scary to remove any dash parts until you've done it once....
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Out of stock but thanks. Looking for one with a app for the phone so I don't have to carry a separate fob as well
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Old Feb 11, 2023 | 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by jklangen99
Out of stock but thanks. Looking for one with a app for the phone so I don't have to carry a separate fob as well
Standard kit with APP module shows "in stock". I made it all the way to check out with a promo code also. The only "out of stock" shows to be the long range fob (middle) option.
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Old Feb 11, 2023 | 09:29 AM
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I would like to know whats the lastest greatest for this is also. Is there one that just still used the Factory key fob?
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I have the 12 Volt Solution that just uses factory fob. There may be other options, but this works every time, easy install and has for 2 years. Good luck with your search!
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Originally Posted by jgscott
I would like to know whats the lastest greatest for this is also. Is there one that just still used the Factory key fob?
Mine is factory installed using the key fob with the key sequence 3 pushes and hold to start.
I find that I need to be either line of sight or within key fob range to start.

Ideally would prefer if it was an app that I can start/activate without those conditions to provide longer range with 1 touch sequence.
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Originally Posted by PGA71
Mine is factory installed using the key fob with the key sequence 3 pushes and hold to start.
I find that I need to be either line of sight or within key fob range to start.

Ideally would prefer if it was an app that I can start/activate without those conditions to provide longer range with 1 touch sequence.
I have 12voltsolutions with the app model, can start car from anywhere with internet or cell reception, comes with one year of service, $99 to extend another 3 years, and uses 4G network.
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Originally Posted by peasodos
I have 12voltsolutions with the app model, can start car from anywhere with internet or cell reception, comes with one year of service, $99 to extend another 3 years, and uses 4G network.
That's what I'm taking about!
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Originally Posted by PGA71
Mine is factory installed using the key fob with the key sequence 3 pushes and hold to start.
I find that I need to be either line of sight or within key fob range to start.

Ideally would prefer if it was an app that I can start/activate without those conditions to provide longer range with 1 touch sequence.
That's what I was asking. One that uses the Factory Fob and a phone app.
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MPC is another solution.
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MPC is another solution.
Got a link? Which is better, difference? Thanks.
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