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Review on πŸš— TOYOTA Genuine Remote Engine Starter (PT398-48140) For Enhanced Convenience by Wayne Flores

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Toyota engineers should be ashamed of this remote start accessory

Toyota engineers should be ashamed to admit that they developed this accessory. This $400 MSRP (#PCH7) was added to my 2015 Toyota Highlander AWD Limited Platinum by the dealer/dealer along with other overpriced useless crap like nitrogen gas in my tires. The range is terrible, way less than a regular remote on my 2009 and now. 2015 and I assume you need to be within 100 feet for this to work. The car stays locked until you open the door, which unlocks when you're close enough to find your smart remote fob, but then the engine shuts off. Why? There are many other safety features to prevent the vehicle from moving. I was hoping to start the car in the parking lot above the office building, assuming there was a line of sight signal to keep it cool during those hot Texas races. Summer. You can still, if you wish, take a trip to a hot, flaming parking lot to make sure it starts before retreating back inside the building to wait 15 minutes.

Pros
  • Automotive
Cons
  • Upgradeable