03 se, has remote locks and alarm already. i would like to add remote start.

first, can i?

second, would it set the alarm off if used?

third, has anyone else done this and can offer suggestions?

 

found what i need to do this, my car needs the bypass and an extra key. makes the cost too high to bother with.

 

You just need a directed xk05 bypass module no key needed should cost about 35$ on amazon

 

I have the Viper security system with auto start which only require the extra bypass module as stated above, all features are programmed into the new remote and your good to go. No extra keys are involved, you can then safely put away your Nissan remote for safe keeping.

 

If you have an auto then no problem. I've heard people doing the install on a manual tranny, but most shops won't do it if you ahve a manual, it can be done but the car has to be left in neutral with the e-brake pulled. I had this done on my Acura truck and had to give up the extra key for them to use but its still a great feautre especially if you live in a cold area and you can warm the car up and thaw some of that ice off the windows before you go out.

 

the viper system ties into the factory system? didnt know that. everything i read was telling my i would need the remote starter, a bypass, and an extra key to use with the bypass. i will go look into the cost of the viper systems. can you let me know which one it is that you are refering to?

nevermind.. vipers are wayyy too expensive for me right now

 

Maxima 6 speeds are special and can be normally remote started because they still have a neutral safety switch believe it or not. You have to tap the neutral safety wire at the ecu for this to work.

 

If you're going to get remote start you might as well go all out.

 

even if you did need an extra key thats nothing. I went to Home Depot and got one made it was about $60, but beats the dealers $200 price and the key works just fine.

yeh, but for some reason alot of installers will not install remote start on manual transmissions.....I've called all around here. no one wants to be liable.

 

90% of remote starters are going to use a bypass module the (key in box) method is old school and not needed anymore.and most of the remote start systems out there use either of the 2 avilable bypass units directed (xk05) and idatalink(ads-al(tb)-ni).as far as installing in a manual trans installers hate it because there is some extra work involved in it if you do it the correct way.drive around and look for christmas specials i seen a place by where i live thats selling the comustar alarms for $39.ranmas hit up audio sensations in exton or pottstown they are running a christmas special.but i do advise stay away from Best Buy installers trust me i worked for geek squad for 4 years as a master installer for all 4 departments and none of the local installers know jack!

 

most people dont know but when you add this module to your alarm your unable to add additional sensors.i only point this out because viper systems are know to have crappy shock sensors and i always like to add a extra one just for peace of mind.there is a way to hack the unit in and add more sensors but unless you can do it yourself or know someone that can do it for you i would stay away from it.

 

sweet!! I stay away from Best buy those guys do seem like they are clueless. I remember when I had my other maxima and took it to best buy to get it installed. Stupid idiots mounted the amps and capacitor the FLOOR in the trunk leaving only enough space to put the subwoofer close to the edge of the trunk...so I had NO trunk space. I asked why didn't they just mount the amp and cap to the rear of the back seat like EVERYONE else does...they said "We don't do that anymore." GARBAGE AZZ INSTALLERS!!! Since then I NEVER went to best buy to install my stereo equipment.

I will check those places out that you mentioned. Will they do remote start on a manual transmission? Getting cold outside and I don't want to have to run out there in the clod scrapping ice off the maxima every morning.

 

I just got the 4S 2 weeks ago and I have a Viper system since last year, this kind of makes me want smart start....

 

All alarms tie into the factory system.on nissan and infinity the aftermarket alarm only has to be programmed to send a double pulse to the doorlock trigger to disarm the factory alarm.the actual install of the alarm and remote start is only 10 connections 4 in the ignition system 3 power wires 1 trigger for trunk release 2 for door lockswitches the bypass module hooks to the alarm module D2D plug and 3 wires hook to the keysense and security light of the factory alarm.if you want to add defrost function you hit the purple/gray on the bcm or if tou want to use defrost without starting the car you splice into the defrost switch.lights are optional but thats only 3 additional wires all under the dash and in one place.

 

They will install an alarm in anything.atleast the one in exton does and they do nice work i know them personally

 

Smart start is avilable 2 ways.a stand alone or a add on.if your adding it on its just 2 wires and one plug.

 

I learned this trick a while ago before I had a garage to put my cars in, now my teenage son does it. Just put a plastic garbage bag under your wiper blades and your windshield won't frost up. Of course you have to leave your wipers halfway up to hold the bag correctly. You can also use a cardboard box too.

 

I got a viper 5901 installed this weekend on my 01. It needs a bypass but not one that requires a key. So far so good. Starts the car, pops the trunk, unlocks and locks doors and arms alarm.

 

I installed a Viper 791XV myself and i did not have any experience with alarms or remote starters. This Guide helped a lot. Only gripe about it is i could not find the Trunk release lead, so i am using the factory remote for that. Total cost about $150 including all supplies. I used the DEI 556U with the Valet key. Time consuming and messy job though.

 

I would recommend the Compusta Pro series. The newer cars needs a by-pass module for the key to work, that way you save your spare key instead of using it. The trunk,door and alarm starter will need relays to and that's where the hidden charges pop up on you like a zit on your face.

If you intend to do an alarm spend the extra money and get something strong,durable and reliable because to replace the pager or the alarm is costly. I've had mine about 4 years now and I haven't had to replace anything.

 

I would recommend the Compusta Pro series. The newer cars needs a by-pass module for the key to work, that way you save your spare key instead of using it. The trunk,door and alarm starter will need relays to and that's where the hidden charges pop up on you like a zit on your face.

If you intend to do an alarm spend the extra money and get something strong,durable and reliable because to replace the pager or the alarm is costly. I've had mine about 4 years now and I haven't had to replace anything.

 

I'm new so let me kno when I'm messing up. Have 03 glen an over it. One if the few things IV done us add remote start. Cost 250. They used existing fob cause I DONT carry a purse an didn't want a bunch if stuff on my key chain. It works great!

 

Ok I'm really new at all this so need a lot if help. I have a 03 gle. That. I love. IV tinted all windows including windshield, 18" HD rims, aftermarket stereo, led tails Mercedes running lites an visors. I'm pretty much done. My problem is I can't find side mirrors with the signal. An puddle lites. I saw some on eBay but according to some if u guys, he ain't reputable. Anybody with any info? It would be be much. Appreciated

 

Amen to that because I also have a 6 speed and I have installed my viper system. I am an MECP Advanced Installer for BestBuy

 

There are a lot of modules out there nowadays that will bypass the security without the need for an extra key. And yes almost every remote starter I have touched has factory alarm and disarm function. Even if it didnt have alarm arm and disarm outputs any half way decent installer would know how to disable a factory alarm on remote start.

What can be an issue is if you have an aftermarket alarm and you add remote start after the fact. Some aftermarket alarms do not have inputs for arm and disarm as this would pose as a security vurnerability.

 

Sorry bout the BestBuy crack i made in this post Nismo wasnt directed at you shoot like i said i was there for 4 years worst years of my life.

 

You gotta get the right store lol

 

Its ok lol. I have traveled to many BB bays and I have been an installer for about 5 years so I have seen work from other stores that I have had to take pics of to send off to the higher ups. I speak for my store when I say all 4 of us take our work seriously and actually work to impress eachother. We perform the cleanest install possible to brag about it amongst ourselves since the customer will never see it.

I can say that BB is fully insured so if anything were to go wrong it would get fixed.

My store performed I think like number 20 something in amount of remote starters installed and quality. We have been designated as a test store for newer equipment. On a typical day during this season I installer 2 or so remote starters. We install so many and have become very efficent at it. I know myself I have installed at least a few hundred.

 

I think your first mistake was thinking you need a capacitor too.....how much wattage do you pull to your subs? I know very few people that actually need a capacitor. Its one of those things they sell that you dont really need but you want to think you need it.

 

Agreed. In most cases you need probly around 3 or 5 farads to even be able to hear and feel the difference. BB only sells up to 1 farads. in most cases if you are pushing out a lot of wattage you may be better off upgrading to a nice battery, second battery, upgraded to a bigger alternator, big 3 or a combination of any of those.

 

Yea when I see people with capacitors I usually find out later they didnt do the research first to find out what it does. I like BB. They offered me a job because i'm in there buying stuff to install on peoples cars and they aren't getting any $ lol.

 

Cap's are something that you really dont need.what you need is to start from the bottom up a good battery a good power supply to the amps solid good connections and when i say good power i mean second battery if you doing 500+ watts short runs of 4ga for the amp connections and atleast 0ga from the battery to the distibution block.also people think any speaker wire will do thats wrong put it like this suck thru a coffee stirer then suck thru a garden hose is there a difference?also quality equipment makes a huge difference dont show me some boss or pyramid amp and say oh its got more watts then you just because it sats 5000 watt on it dont mean diddle.quality equipment and a quality thought out install means listening bliss years ago i was into the bass now im about quality sure i can give you thump if you need it but why?

 

Never personally had stuff done on my car at Bestbuy but I've heard some pretty bad things in the car community. IMO it really depends on the installer and how to installers are supervised perhaps.

Certainly one benefit would be if things go wrong you can probably go to any bestbuy and get it fixed.

 

I was told that to install a remote start on a manual you have to go through a airplane pilot shutdown....like before turning car off roll window down half way, pull ebrake while holding brake down, roll window back up turn light on and off then turn the radio to 90.6 and turn steering wheel to the right 90 degrees then turn off the car, etc...LOL. Some crap they were telling me. Some kind of sequence you have to do so it knows car is in neutral etc.......I dont want to have to go through that hassle.

 

you definitely can, it especially helps in the winter time.... well atleast here in NY lol