noob remote start question

[proneto911]

Been seeing fobs (5 button) with the remote start on eBay for about $25-30. I currently have a fob without the remote start/hatch release. Can I get this and use the remote start/ hatch release?

I did do a few searches but only thing I could find was I would need to reprogram the fob and to make sure the FCC id is the same as my current one. Nothing on having the car being reprogramed to have the remote start/ hatch release to work. Just figure I ask before I buy a fob and find out it doesn't work LOL.

 

[Natesriv]

you have a hatch or sedan?
year? engine?

This is one without the remote, if your car isn't equipped
New Replacement Keyless Entry 3Btn Remote Flip Key Fob Control for OHT01060512 | eBay

 

[gijoefontaine]

the trunk option should work no problem, but remote start you would need that option in the vehicle. If your car didn't come with the remote start module then the button wont make it work. The fob itself works but you will need to get the FCC code from your dealership or from GM.

ive looked into this when I lost one of my keys (luckily found it) and to get the Channel Key Cut itself was $115 CAD from Canadian Tire, then the programming is ~$150 CAD from the dealership. the fob itself is cheap. the programming and cutting is where they get you.

check those things first before possibly throwing money away.
1. who can cut the channel key
2. who can program the FOB

 

[gijoefontaine]

for the remote start module this is what my dealership website says:

http://v2.acc-gmc.ca/web/accessories.php?webaccess=E3A462167G &type=changeVeh&vehid=805&styleid=3881

Price $239.06
Installed $279.06

By pressing a button on the key fob, the remote start system starts your parked vehicle. Great for pre-warming or pre-cooling your . Seamlessly integrated with your vehicle's anti-theft and remote keyless entry systems. Sedan - Remote Start *Requires the purchase of additional keys w/Remote Start function

that's where your $30 Ebay purchase comes in.

 

[proneto911]

I have a 2012 hatch my current fob only has 3 buttons lock, unlock and the red find me horn button at the bottom.

I have the antitheft in the hatchback. So all I would need is the fob? And have the dealer cut the key?

So I would need the remote start module. Where do I find that in the car? Lol and is it easy to put in or doesnt the car need to be programed? Yay spending money on stuff for the car for options you never got because you got it used and the previous owner was too cheap lol

 

[gijoefontaine]

if your in "Murica, i found this which may help you.
A Forum-er from springfield tn. said: Getting my remote start installed as I sit and type this on my phone. Part 95990000 $191.25 part only. 263.25

http://www.sonicownersforum.com/forum/interior-ice-discussion/5112-remote-start-2012-sonic-lt.html

 

[gijoefontaine]

Been seeing fobs (5 button) with the remote start on eBay for about $25-30. I currently have a fob without the remote start/hatch release. Can I get this and use the remote start/ hatch release?

This should go in the ICE category and try the Search function before posting. I tried and found the answer pretty quick

 

[proneto911]

I went through about 3 pages with looking up remote start and didn't see that one. Must of missed it. Sorry.

 

[gijoefontaine]

all good! but hey, $263 installed aint bad.

also as an fyi, if you have a hatch you only get a 4 button. trunk release only works for Sedan from what I can read.

 

[proneto911]

Yeah about that went to 3-4 different dealers all said the part itself is $275 programming is another 60. Not sure how to program the remote or id do it myself.