Adding remote start to a 2007 Tahoe LT w/ a couple questions

[exzelz]

I am considering adding a remote start to my truck. Would I have to go an aftermarket route or is it already wired for a remote start from the factory?

If it is not already wired, which aftermarket remote starts are recommended? and would it mess with anything, like a BB Tune?

 

[Blackie]

Do you have the original key fob to test if you already have factory remote start?

I found this thread on the12volt.com which mentions some Tahoe's did not come with factory remote start:

2007 Chevy Tahoe alarm info

www.the12volt.com

If you decide to install remote start on your Tahoe, I'd recommend a quality name brand (Viper, Compustar, Avital). You will need a bypass module as well as the alarm/remote start unit.

Here is the wiring for your Tahoe:

2009 Chevy Tahoe LS, Alarm/Remote Start Wiring

www.the12volt.com

And here you can find a few of the Tech Docs for your install:

directfax 1605

www.the12volt.com

the12volt's Members' Downloads: techtips 1601

www.the12volt.com

 

[FINALTOUCHFRI]

you should already have a stock remote start installed in your vehicle. As long as your check engine light is not on it should work.

To remotely start a Chevy Tahoe with a key fob, you can try the following steps if your vehicle is equipped with remote start:

1. Ensure you are within 200 feet of your vehicle.
2. Press the lock button on your key fob.
3. Within five seconds, press and hold the remote start button, which looks like a curved arrow, for at least four seconds.
4. If successful, your vehicle's lights will flash and the engine will start.
   
   
   
   
   

 

[Doubeleive]

remote start has been around a long time, 2007 should certainly have it, if not there are plenty of aftermarket solutions ranging in price from cheap to costly
if there is no oem remote start then not sure what all would be required to make it factory, I would assume at best a module, fob and sps programing. ($45) as long as you have a pc and pass-thru device.

 

[89Suburban]

Has anybody done this? I am looking to install one on mine.

 

[OBSandaNNBS]

Has anybody done this? I am looking to install one on mine.

Me too! On my 2012 LS. How do I go about finding out if I have "factory" remote start? Key fob says no. Check rpo?

 

[OBSandaNNBS]

Found a helpful thread

Remote Start ideas

One Last thing I forgot to Add you can add a DIC switch (photo added) and see if option was turned off (very rare)

www.tahoeyukonforum.com

4 years old, the option today seems to be the Start-X. No AP8 rpo code required. Plug and play. Available on Amazon. The GM oem kit is pushing $700 just for the parts.

 

[89Suburban]

Me too! On my 2012 LS. How do I go about finding out if I have "factory" remote start? Key fob says no. Check rpo?

I am being told if you have RPO code AP8 then your vehicle is "remote start ready". You would need a remote start FOB and take it to the dealer to for the function to be enabled in the BCM.

 

[89Suburban]

Found a helpful thread

Remote Start ideas

One Last thing I forgot to Add you can add a DIC switch (photo added) and see if option was turned off (very rare)

www.tahoeyukonforum.com

4 years old, the option today seems to be the Start-X. No AP8 rpo code required. Plug and play. Available on Amazon. The GM oem kit is pushing $700 just for the parts.

Damn I wish I say this a few days ago. I jumped off a cliff and went with a kit from Crutchfield.

 

[Tonyv__]

Has anybody done this? I am looking to install one on mine.

Fortin is almost plug and play. And you won’t have to visit the dealer.

Ive had mine for like 6 years and moved it along 3 different gm trucks.

You will need access to a windows computer to program it , but it’s simple and retains factory fob.

 

[89Suburban]

This kit requires some minor splicing. But the one you linked to says not needed. I may return this and try that one instead.

 

[OBSandaNNBS]

This kit requires some minor splicing. But the one you linked to says not needed. I may return this and try that one instead.


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Ha if you get it, let me know how it goes! I thought $180 all in was pretty good. No computer, keep your fob, no AP8...
The reviews are good, there is some minor programming required but I think it's just a sequence of pressing buttons, etc. no computer.

 

[89Suburban]

Ha if you get it, let me know how it goes! I thought $180 all in was pretty good. No computer, keep your fob, no AP8...
The reviews are good, there is some minor programming required but I think it's just a sequence of pressing buttons, etc. no computer.

Yeah I'll report back either way. I know I want to get this done ASAP so I'll probably stick with the one from Crutchfield. I'll let you know how it goes.

 

[89Suburban]

Ha if you get it, let me know how it goes! I thought $180 all in was pretty good. No computer, keep your fob, no AP8...
The reviews are good, there is some minor programming required but I think it's just a sequence of pressing buttons, etc. no computer.

The Crutchfield install was a JOKE. DO NOT GO THAT ROUTE. I am returning that clusterF setup and will be trying the Amazon kit you posted. Stay tuned...

 

[89Suburban]

Strike 1 on the Amazon. They sent me the correct looking kit but with the wrong directions .

 

[89Suburban]

 

[89Suburban]

After emailing them I received the correct manual, will try this again after I get out of work at 7.

 

[89Suburban]

Ha if you get it, let me know how it goes! I thought $180 all in was pretty good. No computer, keep your fob, no AP8...
The reviews are good, there is some minor programming required but I think it's just a sequence of pressing buttons, etc. no computer.

SUCSESS

 

[OBSandaNNBS]

SUCSESS

Wow I was not getting notifications on this thread. What a trip!
Glad it worked out (eventually)!!

 

[Fubar0715]

I have this in my truck - being SSV, it lacked a few "niceties" after getting the upfitter treatment. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0973MNLFN
This has been in my Tahoe since late 2022 and no issues and kept my remotes already programmed. I would 100% got this route again!