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remote start on first gen?

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by griffinbristow, Feb 1, 2021.

  1. Feb 1, 2021 at 4:01 PM
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    griffinbristow

    griffinbristow [OP] 2004 tundra SR5

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    anyone know if it’s possible to wire in remote start on a 2004 DC SR5?
     
  2. Feb 1, 2021 at 4:01 PM
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    Tundra2

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  3. Feb 1, 2021 at 4:15 PM
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    SouthPaw

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    Remote start can be added to almost any vehicle, some easier than others. I’d strongly suggest letting the professionals do it. I’m a DIY’er type of guy but I wouldn’t dare chance it. There is plenty of threads on here for people asking for help on DIY installs after they got stuck trying to install it.

    I paid $305 out the door for my local installer to put in a Viper 4105v. It came with a lifetime warranty and it has been flawless. I’ll never own a vehicle without remote start again.
     
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  4. Feb 1, 2021 at 4:16 PM
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    empty_lord

    empty_lord They see me rollin'

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    It is indeed. But honestly those are things I have shops install just for the warranty.
     
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  5. Feb 1, 2021 at 8:23 PM
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    Ghostly.- Tragic.

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  6. Feb 2, 2021 at 8:31 AM
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    CodyP

    CodyP Such a n00b

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    I think it’s only the limited that have the transponder keys cause my 06 SR5 doesnt
     
  7. Feb 2, 2021 at 8:44 AM
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    Randy Morton

    Randy Morton Life takes its toll, please have exact change.

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  8. Feb 2, 2021 at 8:55 AM
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    MrDirtjumper

    MrDirtjumper Ol’ dickhead

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    I did these for several years and if my memory serves me correct only very certain Limited Sequoias had transponders. Tundras didn’t get them until 2nd gen. But then again, that was 9 years ago and I’ve had a few beers since then.

    Also, if your installer knows what he is doing, you can have him add the rear window roll down to be linked to the aux/trunk pop. I did it and it has proved to be very useful.
     
  9. Feb 2, 2021 at 11:59 AM
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    ToyoLife

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    I'm looking into doing the same for my 06 Limited DC. It looks like Compustar is a decent brand, they have pro installers out of NJ. Was looking to have them install it.

    Too many horror stories of folks DIY,ing. Sometimes even fatal accidents (not with any tundras I'm aware of).
     
  10. Feb 2, 2021 at 1:12 PM
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    Ghostly.-

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    I've also had good experiences with Compustar in the past. My dad's 97 k1500 has had a Compustar remote start in it for 6 years and we've never had issues with it. Having a shop install it is always the safer route, I'm just a cheap bastard.
     
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  11. Feb 3, 2021 at 4:42 PM
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    artsr2002

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    I half added remote start to my 05 DC. Lol. It's wonky but starts the truck and lets it warm up. I recommend having a shop install unless you know your way around the wiring. I didn't and so I have a half ass working remote start.
     
  12. Feb 3, 2021 at 8:52 PM
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    You were the person I was thinking of lol.
     
  13. Feb 26, 2021 at 2:29 PM
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