Remote Starter 2010 Vibe Base 1.8

[d49829]

Called an installer at one of the dealerships and was told I would either need to purchase an extra key for $60, or pay $100 for a bypass module to have a remote starter installed in my 2010 Vibe base (USA). I have seen posts stating that it is not necessary to purchase these?

Is there any way of telling by the VIN ?

[SlammedNiss]

You'll either need an extra key hidden under the dash or a bypass kit. An extra key can be purchased for cheap on ebay as can the bypass kit.

[ctgottapee]

Called an installer at one of the dealerships and was told I would either need to purchase an extra key for $60, or pay $100 for a bypass module to have a remote starter installed in my 2010 Vibe base (USA). I have seen posts stating that it is not necessary to purchase these?

Is there any way of telling by the VIN ?

I believe any 2nd gen with remote door locks has the Immobilizer/Alarm.
You will also have the 'screen' with the flashing red LED to the left of the radio if you have the Immobilizer, and need a bypass

[beemerphile1]

The second generation base USA Vibes do NOT need a bypass, key, or anything else. All Canada models DO need it.

To prove it, go to your local hardware store and get a cheap key copy made. If it will start your car, you need nothing extra.

[trb]

The second generation base USA Vibes do NOT need a bypass, key, or anything else. All Canada models DO need it.

To prove it, go to your local hardware store and get a cheap key copy made. If it will start your car, you need nothing extra.

The chip keys are not standard on US models. I had an extra $1 key made for my 2010 GT and it worked just fine. There is a difference in the key surround where the key goes between the ones with and without the security features, plus there is a chip inside the remote fob on the key, as noted by a dot on the key itself. If the key is blank, then there is no chip.



http://www.keylessremotewarehouse.com/t ... c_p750.htm

Also, as you can see, mine did not have the Security light below the Passenger airbag light:



while those with the Security did have it like was mentioned, similar to this Matrix:

[ctgottapee]

my 2009 key has the dot on the back of the key, and the blinking security light

[beemerphile1]

my 2009 key has the dot on the back of the key, and the blinking security light

The original owner paid for the security system option, it was not standard.

[vibenvy]

Both our GTs have the Theft-Deterrent Alarm System. The majority of used 2nd gens I see do not have it which I find interesting.

As far as the ring around the ignition, if your 2nd gen is equipped with the Theft-Deterrent Alarm System, it will have a silver metal ring around the ignition. If your 2nd gen is not equipped with the Theft-Deterrent Alarm System, the ring around the ignition will be black plastic.

*EDIT: The RPO code for the Theft-Deterrent Alarm System is UA6, so you could also check for this code on the RPO sticker which is on the inside of the glovebox door.*

[ctgottapee]

If you read the factory remote start add on installation instructions, it points out the difference in ignition modules, the immobilizer uses a later version.