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Funny you said the opposite. For me, it took me some time to figure out what the t-harness is for. Once I did, it was easy. But it was a hassle to program it on the internet.
Nov 5th, 2020 2:58 pm
Depending on the car, hood sensor should be built into CANBUS. On my car (2017 Kia) it was automatic and I didn't need to install the included hood pin. I tested it out post-install to ensure that the engine cuts off if the hood is opened, and that it does not start if the hood is opened.canoek wrote: ↑I had this, not complaints. But the range isn't even close to what the advertise. Even in straight line of sight. But for most people it should be good enough.
The installation isn't easy if it's your first time, but they install it for you so that's not your worry. One thing you MUST, MUST insure is that they install that thing, forgot its name, in the hood that de-activates it. Many shops don't do it. Imagine you playing with the belt in the engine bay and someone accidentally starts the car.
Someone's gonna have a bad time.
Lockdown Security (where I purchased) pre-programmed the module for me based on the car it was going into. They will also allow you to buy the programming cable and return it when you're done programming for full refund.
Nov 5th, 2020 3:24 pm
Didn't know that. I may have wasted hours trying to install it. Getting the wire through the firewall (?) is not easy without messing it up.joshmxpx wrote: ↑ Depending on the car, hood sensor should be built into CANBUS. On my car (2017 Kia) it was automatic and I didn't need to install the included hood pin. I tested it out post-install to ensure that the engine cuts off if the hood is opened, and that it does not start if the hood is opened.
Exact same thing, bought and programmed by LD Sec. But I still had to connect to the PC for something. It could just be that I re-did what they already did because I am stupid. I was all over the place frankly, and didn't even follow the instructions completely (turn off, on, brake, race, etc in some sequence). I was really surprised that it actually worked.
Lockdown Security (where I purchased) pre-programmed the module for me based on the car it was going into. They will also allow you to buy the programming cable and return it when you're done programming for full refund.
Nov 6th, 2020 7:48 am
At this price point, with the suggested ease of install, I'm contemplating this for at least one of our cars. Is it just the module and t-harness you need for most vehicles - that is it?joshmxpx wrote: ↑ I just installed the HCX in one of my vehicles, literally easiest thing i've ever done on any car, especially with the t-harness. Literally took longer removing the panels to gain access than installing and programming the module.
iDataStart makes great products, never thought I would be able to get a starter and harness for ~$200. Also for anyone in the Markham area I highly recommend the guys at Lockdown Security
Nov 6th, 2020 8:42 am
Nov 6th, 2020 6:27 pm
Yes, most makes after 2011 will just need module and t-harness for factory fob remote start. For $129 add on you can get telematics module which allows you to use app on your phone, no monthly fees in quebec an ontarioKevinM56081 wrote: ↑ At this price point, with the suggested ease of install, I'm contemplating this for at least one of our cars. Is it just the module and t-harness you need for most vehicles - that is it?
Nov 6th, 2020 8:36 pm