Is it safe to put a remote starter on my 03 so I can warm it up on these cold mornings without going outside! If so what is best brand to go with?
Thanks

 

Ford makes a bi-di unit for it's vehicles. I've been thinking about buying one. The part number is bt4z-19g364-a

I had a Python 950 on my 03. Still have it in a box somewhere, now that I think about it. It worked pretty well and had a range of up to a mile. My wife has had a Python 950 in her van for close to 5 years, still works like the day it was installed.

I'm sure there are a lot of other good ones out there. I think anything made by directed electronics (python, viper, clifford, etc) is going to be reliable.

 

I just got a python and it works great.

 

Truck needs to be an auto tranny

+1 python works great have it on a 30 second delay to let the GP cook abite B4 it tries to crankover

the GP delay can be changed IIRC anywhere from 15seconds to 2minutes

 

Had AstroStart installed on mine and never had a problem. I can start the truck from my work place inside a building, so keep an eye on the range they offer when searching for a remote starter.

 

love my viper 5901,two way remote can view inside temp of vehicle and works great with my 07.

 

That's the best feature I've added on my truck. I've had it for a couple years now with no problems...(knock on wood)

 

I have the Viper (Model 4103XV) installed in my truck. The start delay can be set anywhere from 1-90 seconds. I usually have it set so that it at least waits until the injectors finish spooling in the colder months. Then the runtime once started can be set anywhere from 1-60 minutes. Another thing I like about this unit is that once the truck is running I can hit the start button on the remote, remove the key from the ignition and lock up the truck. If anyone had the ***** to try and take off with it, it shuts off as soon as you hit the brakes. The only downside is that I have manual door locks (which I like) but it is just a wasted feature of this remote start system that I cannot utilize. So yes, it is safe as long as you get a system that is meant to be installed on a diesel. Just don't forget to crank up your heat/defrost when you park your truck for the night.