The Ford Remote System: Your Complete Explanation
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2020-2025 Ford Transit Remote Start Systems
System Compatibility: 2020-2025 Ford Transits with Key Ignitions, without 12" Dash Displays.
Start your Ford Transit from the comfort of your home using your existing Ford keyless entry remotes, or go 4X the distance your Ford remotes provide with a set of Viper™ long-range remotes and boost your ability to remote start it from up to 1300' away; have the remote power to start your vehicle from the job site, when you're standing in the checkout line, or when it's parked down the block.
Industry-Leading Quality. Professional OEM-Grade DIY Systems.
Ford Transit Remote Start Installation Overview:
1-Plug-in Vehicle T-harness DIY Installation: The system simply plugs in right behind your vehicle's OBD2 diagnostic connector. See example photo below.
No OBD2 Port Blocking: You will not lose normal access to your vehicle's OBD2 port; No need to unplug the remote start system every time the vehicle's OBD2 port is required for vehicle service or additional accessories.
No Key or System Programming Procedures Involved.
No Vehicle-Specific Computer Programming or Manual Downloads Needed.
No Disconnecting your Vehicle's Battery for Installation Required.
Step-by-Step Illustrated Installation Guide.
► TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: Your Ford Transit must have OEM remote start upgrade capability for any aftermarket or Ford OEM add-on remote start system to work. This can be confirmed by accessing the vehicle's BCM settings menu via an OBD2 FORScan and making sure the option is in the list and that it is turned ON. Or by contacting a Ford dealer's service department using your VIN number to see if the dealer can install a Ford OEM remote starter on your specific Transit. If they say they can, then you can also install this system. Feel free to contact us for further information.
Ford Transit Remote Start Features:
Activated by pressing your existing Ford OEM Keyless Entry Remote's Lock Button 3 times.
No Horn Beep Option: After installation, navigate to the settings menu on your SYNC screen, then select vehicle > locks. Look for 'Lock Confirmation' or 'Horn Feedback' and toggle it to 'OFF'. Consult your vehicle's owner's manual for full option-setting details. Some trim levels may require FORScan access to disable the feature.
15-Minute Remote Start Run Time. Active Keyless Entry: You won't lose your ability to remotely unlock the vehicle's doors while it's running.
Active Remote Shut-Down: You can shut down the remote starter sooner the same way you activated it.
Active Key-Takeover: The remote starter stays running when the driver's door is opened. You won't have to manually restart the vehicle. Automatic Climate Control Activation. Extended-Range Remotes Upgradeable.
Safe & Secured Operation:
Industry-Leading Quality: SAE-compliant, OEM-grade components that meet all Ford OEM safety and operating regulations. Standard safety and security features include but are not limited to the following:
Brake Pedal Monitoring: If the vehicle's brake pedal is stepped on before the ignition Ford Transit remote start no hard wiring is turned on, the remote starter will immediately shut down.
OEM Hood-Pin Monitoring: The remote start will not activate when the vehicle's hood is open, shut down upon opening, and also prevent activation when it is detected as defective or the vehicle is not equipped with an OEM open hood pin switch.
Engine Performance Monitoring: The system will detect any current or stored DTCs, which will prevent the remote start from activating.
Low Fuel Detection: The remote start will not activate when the low fuel light is on.
Viper™ Long-Range Remotes Upgradeable:
Need more range than what your Ford remotes provide? Boost this system to work from up to 1300" away with one of Viper's long-range remote upgrade packages. Have the remote power to start your Transit from the store checkout line, job site, or when it's parked down the block. Not sure if you really need the extra range? No problem; easily upgrade this system any time after installation.
Remote Keyless Entry Bonus:
Upgrade this system with either of the long-range remote kits, and as an additional benefit, you'll instantly enable the ability to also lock and unlock your vehicle's OEM power door locks from the same distance that you can remote start it. Upgrades are offered during checkout.
Technical Support:
In the middle of the install and have a question? No problem. We have Ford remote start specialists on call 7 days a week. Through our national 800 number, by email, through our online LIVE TECH CHAT, and through our YouTube channel. Reply times average from immediate to 30 minutes. Electronic components made by Directed Electronics Inc./Voxx
All systems are designed, assembled, vehicle-specific CAD programmed, and QC'd with T-harnesses made in our facility in Michigan.
QC Performance Guarantee:
If within 45 days from the date of delivery you're not totally satisfied with the quality received on delivery or performance after installation, just put everything back into the original box, send us an email, or give us a call, and one of our technicians will email you a prepaid return shipping label with an RMA# at no cost to you. You will receive a full refund with no restocking fees.
2-Year "Red-Carpet" Warranty:
Industry's Leading Warranty Coverage: Though it's highly unlikely you would ever need warranty service for one of DEI's systems or one of our T-harnesses, in any event, once one of our techs determines the problem, we will email you a prepaid return shipping label for the part we are replacing at no expense to you; all replacement costs are covered under your warranty for a period of 2 years from the date of delivery. Once you mail your return and our auto-tracking system confirms shipment, we will send you out the replacement while your return is still in transit. No waiting weeks for a warranty exchange.
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