Masta120

Does anyone know if Acura makes a remote start for an 2005 TL? (my hunch is no, but I figured I would ask the experts out there)

If not, anyone have any suggestions for a good aftermarket remote start unit?


In my 2005 TL (with Navi), I had the dealer install a car alarm and remote start when I bought it new. Over time, it just stopped working well (neither of the remotes worked, got new remotes, same thing). I had my alarm replaced completely a few years ago, even brand new, the alarm didn't always work properly (car would not unlock from the remote if the engine was running from autostart, other weird scenarios). I just assumed that the alarm computer conflicts with the Acura's computer, so certain things don't work well. I don't even put the alarm in the "armed" mode, just leave it off and use the remote start (then use my key to unlock the doors). Lately, my alarm has been flipping out...the siren goes off whenever using any of the remote buttons, so I can't even use the remote start.

I'm at a point where I want to rip out the old alarm, and just have a working remote start, with the ability to lock/unlock the doors and trunk release from the remote.

Any suggestions?

DiamondJoeQuimby

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Compustar make fantastic remote start systems. Just pick whichever controller you want and off you go. The parts installed in the car itself are the same throughout their line.

Masta120

Thanks. Do you know if there is anything weird with the remote start computer and the stock TL computer? All the features work properly?

DiamondJoeQuimby

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Nothing weird. Doorlocks, security, etc are all handled through the data interface (ADS BLADE AL if you go c-star)

BeattieWasHere

I've always been a Viper guy myself. Used to sell these things like hot cakes back in my car install days. I think they have some of the best remote start/ security systems on the market and I've always been partial to them..

Directed (The parent company of Viper, Clifford, Python.. etc.) is the largest manufacture of security and remote start systems in the country so I tend lean towards the company with more influence in the industry.

jthiessens

I have been a 12v installer for over 15 years, I first started with the directed brand and then moved to the compustar brand about 5 years ago and for ease of installation and less intrusive to your cars wiring compustar is the way to go. I installed one of them in my wife's pilot and if I did not have to have my KBP in a 6mt I would install compustar in mine.

DiamondJoeQuimby

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McDonald's is the largest proprietor of hamburgers in the World.

Quantity != Quality

michaelap95

I guess its quality of installation. I have Viper 5806V alarm w/ remote start and had a major problem with it. A wire became dislodged from the "memory" or brain of the alarm and my car would not start. I complained to the store that installed it and they fucked me over. Had to get a flat bed and take it somewhere else. I spent over 600 dollars for everything. If I can redo everything, i'd just go with a factory alarm.

BeattieWasHere

I've been out of the 12V business for a while so that's good to know man, thanks!

Directed Electronics is a conglomerate of consumer technologies, which nullifies your analogy. Good try though.

revolutn

Woot Woot Manual Transmission Compatible models.

Awesome, thanks!

Rev

DiamondJoeQuimby

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Fine. Luxottica makes 90% of the World's sunglasses. That doesn't make them the best.

Quantity !=Quality

Better?

It's one of those causation/correlation things.

pedrocj22

whats the most popular buy from compustar? looking to get one for my car 2004 tl but they look $$$

DiamondJoeQuimby

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I like their 2 way systems. The PRO 901 and 902 or either of the SLICE remotes are nice. Range is 2000'-1 mile. The parts that go in the car are the same for all of them. Only difference is the remote itself.

midnightcivic

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I have the pro901 and i really like it...comes with lcd pager which you'll plug in and charge up via mini usb. It will last you about 3 weeks charged. I did extensive research before i bought any remote start and compustar was very popular out in the North and Cali

mcolson1590

The dealership I bought my 2005 TL has told me not to install a remote start. I see people have done so anyways, and there are items on the market that are directly compatible. Any validity to their recommendation? I live in Minnesota and would like to warm up the car before bring my newborn out.

DiamondJoeQuimby

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I'd question them on their reasoning. Because it will likely be BS.

mcolson1590

Has anyone used Best Buy's geek squad for the install? They are much cheaper than the first place I looked. But I'm wondering if quality may be an issue.

DiamondJoeQuimby

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Make sure whoever you have do it solder the connections. Beyond that, get a good warranty on the install and make sure the place is an authorized dealer/installer for the system you are buying.