Remote Start Suggestions

[AP3Photo]

I am looking to have a remote starter installed on my 2019 New Body Style Ram 1500 push button start. In doing research, there are so many third party manufacturers it has my head spinning. Or does Mopar have a dealer installed only unit? So I would like to hear from those who have installed an aftermarket remote starter and what your experiences have been. This should be specifically related to a push button start vehicle. Thanks for the input.

 

[Lin19687]

I have not, but I would maybe see if the Dealer does it?

On my f-350 diesel I had one installed at a great place but it seemed to drain my batteries (I have 2 in that truck) very fast I had to just disconnect it after the 2nd battery... yes I took it back but they said it was fine..

 

[CVX20]

Apparently the newer Rams have most of the factory remote start already installed.Possibly missing the hood latch with the switch.This would be the way to go I would say.It was a bigger deal on my 2015 SLT as you had to rip half the interior out to install an OEM kit and then take it to the dealer to marry it up to the BCM.

 

[Dhughes4301]

I’m installing a Fortin evo-one in mine. Factory could possibly be easier and/or cheaper but I like the extended range and two way remote with aftermarket.

 

[gofishn]

OEM Remote has horrible range and must be line of sight.
Wished I had a Aftermarket i nstalled.

Dealerships will install OEM version. COst me $500 and had to drive 30 mintues out of town to find the cheapest dealer install. Plus was teh mechanic was someone I knew for years ago, who wanted a slower pace and moved out to the area.

 

[kbrown]

The 4th gens there was a kit that you could use your original remote with. Might look into that.

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