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Smartphone = monthly fee. No smartphone = no monthly fee. Start car with smartphone OR fob= monthly fee.
Start car with fob only= no monthly fee. Both systems can be installed by dealer. Both systems are factory remote start systems. It is your choice.
Bob- I like your explanation best - Even I understand it. Offroad adds to your info, IMO.
I have a 2015 ES300h on order. If the one-year trial LER lapses without renewal, will the key fob still work as a remote starter?
The explanation I received from Lexus was that it does NOT work, as the fob has to be programmed to work with the car. Since the RES is installed as a dealer add-on, you have to pay extra for the remote start. This is a 'hidden' cost for those of us who want remote start and buy the luxury option.