GX460 Remote Engine Start (RES & RES+)
10-25-19, 11:01 AM
#151
Driver School Candidate
DBall2 Remote Start - Any way to trigger defrost?
This is really specific, but I've got a DBall2 doing remote start in my 2013 and I'd really like to have it trigger the window and mirror defroster. Has anyone done that before, or know roughly how I could make it happen?
10-25-19, 12:46 PM
#152
Super Moderator
RES and even RES+ on 10-15 models needs to be preset according to the RES+ instructions. I have RES on mine and I would need to turn vehicle off with settings configured for the next remote start operation.
Not sure about 3rd party options. Someone may chime in on that.
https://www.lexusresplus.com/mobile/manual.jsp
Not sure about 3rd party options. Someone may chime in on that.
https://www.lexusresplus.com/mobile/manual.jsp
10-26-19, 03:17 PM
#153
I need to reinstall my tracking module that I am paying a monthly fee for. Not really a security feature as it can be easily unplugged.
12-03-19, 04:41 PM
#154
I just bought a 2014 gx460 and got the remote start installed at a shop basically press lock 3x on factory key fob and it starts i called all the shops in my area and no one could do a KEY TAKEOVER for the gx where the vehicle wont shutoff when u open the door has anyone came around that ?
12-03-19, 05:03 PM
#155
Nope, no hack so far.
12-05-19, 05:22 AM
#156
Driver School Candidate
I finally broke down and paid for the Enform service ( Safety Connect and Remote...). I know we are in a "fringe" area for pretty much ALL cellular providers...
$160/year is annoying, especially when the remote start doesn't work reliably. When we ask for a remote start, it may or may NOT work.
I've tried the app versus the FOB, but it's just not reliable. When it doesn't work, the starter starts to spin, then quickly stops spinning. It doesn't even get the engine turning. Very annoying. Sometimes it DOES complete the start cycle and get the 2017 GX running, but not always.
Does it really require a solid/real-time connection to Verizon to work? Is there another problem?
If it also shuts off when the door opens, we're out. The whole point was to warm it before going to work.
We are about an hour from the closest dealer.
$160/year is annoying, especially when the remote start doesn't work reliably. When we ask for a remote start, it may or may NOT work.
I've tried the app versus the FOB, but it's just not reliable. When it doesn't work, the starter starts to spin, then quickly stops spinning. It doesn't even get the engine turning. Very annoying. Sometimes it DOES complete the start cycle and get the 2017 GX running, but not always.
Does it really require a solid/real-time connection to Verizon to work? Is there another problem?
If it also shuts off when the door opens, we're out. The whole point was to warm it before going to work.
We are about an hour from the closest dealer.
Last edited by thiggins; 12-05-19 at 05:29 AM.
12-05-19, 07:22 AM
#157
I just bought a 2014 gx460 and got the remote start installed at a shop basically press lock 3x on factory key fob and it starts i called all the shops in my area and no one could do a KEY TAKEOVER for the gx where the vehicle wont shutoff when u open the door has anyone came around that ?
Last edited by Statman; 12-05-19 at 11:39 AM. Reason: correction
12-05-19, 09:22 AM
#158
Driver School Candidate
When I called to cancel Enform today, the customer support girl argued that the Lexus method is a security/safety/theft issue, but I cannot agree. My F-150 simply requires the key to enable driving. No key, no drive.
Not sure why Lexus can't do this, but maybe this issue came about due to the wireless key/FOB, since my truck still required a physical metal key.
Yet another reason I dislike the FOB. ( Wait until your 80-ish year old parents lose FOB after FOB...)
12-05-19, 09:33 AM
#159
Yes maybe but alot of people have the dvd/video in motion bypassed using some aftermarket kit so im surprised 10yrs later no one in the aftermarket industry has figured out a way to not have the vehicle shutoff once the door is opened, i also have a gx470 with remote start and i can start the car, unlock/lock while its running get in and have to put the key in ignition before putting foot on brake NO KEY and it shuts off so i dont have to worry abt it getting stolen. Now i know gx460 is a push to start vehicle but there are soo many other PTS cars that u can have key takeover i believe in 2013+ gs350 u can even get around it while the gx is older platform
12-05-19, 02:48 PM
#160
it can be done. but whats so hard about pressing the start button when you get in? its much easier to press the start button than to bypass the auto shut off.
12-06-19, 12:35 AM
#161
For 2016+ owners out there with factory remote install using the enform app does the car shutoff when u open the door ?
12-06-19, 03:40 PM
#162
saying no one has done it or figured it out is incorrect. many people dont care to share every mod.
bypassing the autoshut off on door open with remote start is not the same mod as locking the car with the engine on. these features can have an integrated solution, but at the simplest level they are separate.
for these, theres no key to insert, so that inconvenience disappears. in the end theres only 1 button to push, no need to find keys or anything else. 1 button right there, not difficult at all to push.
all your problems are solved with one button push, but you dont want to push it.
bypassing the autoshut off on door open with remote start is not the same mod as locking the car with the engine on. these features can have an integrated solution, but at the simplest level they are separate.
for these, theres no key to insert, so that inconvenience disappears. in the end theres only 1 button to push, no need to find keys or anything else. 1 button right there, not difficult at all to push.
all your problems are solved with one button push, but you dont want to push it.
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12-06-19, 04:51 PM
#163
saying no one has done it or figured it out is incorrect. many people dont care to share every mod.
bypassing the autoshut off on door open with remote start is not the same mod as locking the car with the engine on. these features can have an integrated solution, but at the simplest level they are separate.
for these, theres no key to insert, so that inconvenience disappears. in the end theres only 1 button to push, no need to find keys or anything else. 1 button right there, not difficult at all to push.
all your problems are solved with one button push, but you dont want to push it.
bypassing the autoshut off on door open with remote start is not the same mod as locking the car with the engine on. these features can have an integrated solution, but at the simplest level they are separate.
for these, theres no key to insert, so that inconvenience disappears. in the end theres only 1 button to push, no need to find keys or anything else. 1 button right there, not difficult at all to push.
all your problems are solved with one button push, but you dont want to push it.
12-06-19, 05:35 PM
#164
I don’t recall reading any starter issues here.
12-10-19, 01:53 PM
#165
Im sure it can be done but no one has done it or figured out how... its annoying to have the vehicle shutoff as soon as you open the door plus it also restricts other functions such as ability to leave the car running get out lock it and go in a gas station or store real quick and come back unlock n go in my gx470 i can hold the start button while the car is running take the key out and it doesn't shutoff then i can lock/unlock do as i please but to drive again i have to put the key in or else it will shutoff i think thats alot of convenience if you ask me.
For 2016+ owners out there with factory remote install using the enform app does the car shutoff when u open the door ?
For 2016+ owners out there with factory remote install using the enform app does the car shutoff when u open the door ?
