![]() ![]() Both shops said that the OEM fob will need to be "nearby" in order to drive the vehicle. They know me, I know them.Īt this point, we're not sure as to whether or not 2 fobs will be needed. I pay a little more than at a Best Buy-like store, but I can call or walk in any time, talk directly to the tech that will be doing the work, discuss options, etc. (a shop that installs audio systems, alarms, etc.). I have always dealt with a local "auto trim shop" for my RS's. Whether Best Buy offers different fob choices is something that you might want to ask about. The more features that you want the RS fob to do (sliders, hatch, etc.) the more expensive the unit. However, it should be noted that there are different fobs available for the Compustar system. I don't recall the model number, but 2 different places that I called both use the same main unit. You can do what you like, but this is my experience with aftermarket add-on equipment.Ĭlick to expand.I too am looking into a Compustar unit for my 17 EX-L. The guy hasn't been back for a year for that problem. I removed that box and disconnected it from the reverse light wiring. It was merely four sensors mounted in the bumper with a little black box, and connected into the reverse light wiring. He bought the truck used and it never worked. The system didn't work and was missing the head unit. A GM TSB mentioned aftermarket equipment and all I could find on the vehicle was some leftover rear bumper backup sensors. He came back a couple weeks later so I dug further. I checked everything and couldn't find anything wrong so I sent him on his way. It started to happen a bit more like once a month when the guy came to me. It would only happen once every few months so nearly impossible to diagnose. I had a 2015 GMC Canyon that had an intermittent code for the accelerator pedal. Usually, they will charge you a couple hours to remove it all and then do their diagnostic to figure out why your vehicle won't start. Also, failures not related to install can happen and leave the next tech to work on it with a bunch of crap wiring to figure out. It all depends on who installs it and how well it's installed. Re: "These vehicles are filled with computer modules which talk to each other on networks connected by twisted pair communication lines."Ĭlick to expand.It's all issues and, as always, YMMV. If you are specifically referring to the Gen 4 Ody, then I may re-think my plan for an aftermarket RS. Granted, none of these vehicles had push button start and I know that that adds a level of complexity due to the fob proximity requirement. ![]() (It should try 3 times) Until that was fixed, I simply started the vehicle normally, with the key. The worst problem I had was a RS that wouldn't try to start the 2011 CR-V more than once on really cold days. I don't recall ever having a problem related to a remote start that would have left me stranded. I used it without issue for over 7 years. The unit in the Gen 3 was the most sophisticated, with 2 way comms and a 1 mile range. That includes a Gen 2 & Gen 3 Ody and just about all of the other Honda's listed in my signature. I ask because I've had aftermarket RS's in all of my vehicles basically since they became readily available to the general public. When you use the words "these vehicles", are you specifically referring to the Gen 4 Ody or are you referring to "modern" vehicles in general? Click to expand.re: "These vehicles are filled with computer modules which talk to each other on networks connected by twisted pair communication lines." ![]()
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