Remote Start
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Remote Start
I have a 2016 F350----
Have decided I miss not having remote start. Looking at different options between OEM and aftermarket, I am inclined to go the OEM direction. I know the OEM kit comes with keys and an antenna. Here is the real question----Is the antenna really necessary? Getting the keys cut/programmed and the module activated at the dealer----what difference does the antenna really make? Is it purely a range limitation or does actually plugging it into the tpms somehow activate the module?
Have decided I miss not having remote start. Looking at different options between OEM and aftermarket, I am inclined to go the OEM direction. I know the OEM kit comes with keys and an antenna. Here is the real question----Is the antenna really necessary? Getting the keys cut/programmed and the module activated at the dealer----what difference does the antenna really make? Is it purely a range limitation or does actually plugging it into the tpms somehow activate the module?
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From: Tallassee, ALabama
The remote start kit you are indicating is the one that would come from the factory if you optioned remote start during assembly at KTP. The antenna is RF antenna to receive the signal from the fob. It is required and not optional. And yes it does plug into the TPMS module which in 2016 was moved to the roof above the headliner.
Even to add the long distance remote start via the Perimeter Security module, you need this remote start per the instructions.
If you have access to FORScan on a laptop and an OBDII adapter to interface with the laptop, you can activate the remote start yourself.
Here is a link that was posted recently where the remote start was added to a 2016.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...ote-start.html
You can also search the 6.7 forum and find more info on remote start.
6.7L Power Stroke Diesel - Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums
Even to add the long distance remote start via the Perimeter Security module, you need this remote start per the instructions.
If you have access to FORScan on a laptop and an OBDII adapter to interface with the laptop, you can activate the remote start yourself.
Here is a link that was posted recently where the remote start was added to a 2016.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...ote-start.html
You can also search the 6.7 forum and find more info on remote start.
6.7L Power Stroke Diesel - Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums
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From: sw pa
another one to look at is https://www.12volt.solutions/
they have options for long range and cell control alos
was looking at them for my truck, but I have An OEM system i put in when I got the truck
I do have a kit from 12 volt in my KIA one of the only people making one for it.
they have options for long range and cell control alos
was looking at them for my truck, but I have An OEM system i put in when I got the truck
I do have a kit from 12 volt in my KIA one of the only people making one for it.
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