Pontiac Remote Start Option?

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MannyL
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Pontiac Remote Start Option?

Post by MannyL »

Does Pontiac offer a remote start kit for the 09 Vibe-GT
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Post by Houston »

No.
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Post by imspace2 »

Toyota will eventually add the option to the trix take a look at Matrix's accessories page hey with a little know how you might be able to add it to the vibe
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Post by MannyL »

I have friend who is a mechanic. He works on Ford (unfortunately) but is on friendly terms with the Pontiac mechanics at his dealership. If Toyota comes out with that option I'm sure he can find a way to make it work on my Vibe
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Post by MRCN RCE »

i'm sure you can get the toyota one to work, but you could probably get an aftermarket alarm with remote start for the same price, or cheaper. i can't remember since i haven't had a vehicle with an alarm in years, but i think you can get an insurance break for having one
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Re: Pontiac Remote Start Option? (MannyL)

Post by goochsmooch »

My dealer works with a reputable aftermarket installer in town who put in a remote start for $500. Unfortunately, you'll have to carry around 2 fobs nows.
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Post by lowincash »

i had an aftermarket remote start put on in my old car...it was around $250 and you use to stock remote to activate the remote start. if i need that i will probably go to that same shop again.
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Post by ou.grizzly »

Toyota offers one for the Matrix which is the same as the Vibe.
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hmm I work at a dealer. They know nothing about it.
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Post by Easton091 »

Anyone hear anything? Im tempted to call Toyota and see if it would work on a vibe
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Quote, originally posted by Easton091 »Anyone hear anything? Im tempted to call Toyota and see if it would work on a vibeIt is on Toyota's Website and it will work with the Vibe. I take it you work for a Pontiac Dealer, more than likely Somerset correct? By the pictures you posted of your vehicle, that is the dealer.
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Post by Easton091 »

Quote, originally posted by ou.grizzly »It is on Toyota's Website and it will work with the Vibe. I take it you work for a Pontiac Dealer, more than likely Somerset correct? By the pictures you posted of your vehicle, that is the dealer. I havent posted any pics. I work at Rinke Pontiac. I did call Toyota and it will work on the Vibe. $399 plus $90 to install. Seems kinda steep.
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Post by ou.grizzly »

Quote, originally posted by Easton091 »I havent posted any pics. I work at Rinke Pontiac. I did call Toyota and it will work on the Vibe. $399 plus $90 to install. Seems kinda steep. That is the cost from the dealer. It can be had for $2xx and some change and can install it yourself or have a buddy at Pontiac dealer do it. How is Mr. Rinke doing these days?
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Post by Easton091 »

We are going well. Servicing Pontiac, GMC, Buick and Chevy helps
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Post by Vibe2009 »

Is this the remote starter you get from Toyota in USA? I took this off the canadian toyota site...Is rated at 80ft... Is that enough? Doesn't look impressive at all~ But I do like factory stuff... As I had bad experience letting Bestbuy installing remote starter with my previous car...
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Post by jake75 »

I don't need no remote start. I have Vito go our and start my car. If it blows up, well that's his problem.
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