tkob1060,

Prior to the installation, I was lucky if I could unlock my doors at 15 feet. After the installation I can unlock or start my Jeep at 200 feet or more.

Big Al

 

Here is a link for the installation instructions (2008 model).

http://site.justforjeeps.com/guide/82211437AC.pdf

 

Do you just use your factory key?

I cant decide on the Mopar kit or just a aftermarket..

 

My dealer must be lagging behind in info. I have an 08 X, auto, power windows, locks and such, I asked the dealer about a remote start, they told me they show a part # but no availability or a date when it will be avail. I called again today and the guy at the parts counter said he has a call into DC to see what's up. I'm not sure what the difference is with the remote start on a X vs a Sahara or a Rubicon, but at the time I ordered my X the remote start was available for the Sahara and the Rubi but not the X. I bought my X in November, I wanted a Rubi but was not willing to wait for a 3 to 4 month delivery. The dealer told me at the time I bought the X he had a Rubi ordered for a guy and it had been 12 weeks so far without a confirmation of a delivery date.

Basically I'm wanting two upgrades for my X, a remote start and a perimeter alarm upgrade. It's like pulling teeth to get any info from the dealer. I guess I may have to go aftermarket.

 

How is the range on the keys?

 

Does anyone know if the remote start kit from Mopar will work on a manual trans?
I know its not supposed too, but could it be modified to work?

 

I'm sure you could rig it to work...it's just a liability thing with an outside shop doing the install. If your rig is in gear when you fire it up...oh baby. It's like Best Buy not installing a bypass on DVD decks so that you can watch while you drive...a safety issue.


Russ D.

 

There was a thread a while agao about this. I think somebody makes some kind of sensor or switch that won't let the vehicle start if left in gear. Might be worth a quick search.

 

Here is a link that also goes to other links.

https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/show...ghlight=remote

 

Just buy a remote starter designed for use with a manual transmission.

One company making them is compustar, I'm sure there are others.

A quick description of how it works:

Push button on remote before shutting engine.
Turn key off and engine remains running.
Get out of Jeep and close door.
Push button on remote...doors lock and engine shuts off.

Obviously the Jeep is not in gear because it it were you wouldn't be able to get out while it's running and close the door. If a door is opened the remote start will not work. If someone somehow puts it in gear without opening the door the Jeep will lunge if the autostart is used. The only way this can happen is (1) someone is in the Jeep when you set the alarm ( and still in there when you try to use the remote start because they can't open the door to get out). (2) You left your window down or top down and someone reached in there ( if your top or window is down it is warm enough that you don't need remote start ). (3) someone broke into your Jeep through the top or window without opening your door and put it in gear.